"Tough" is a new English song by Quavo and Lana Del Rey, published on the Quavo YouTube channel. The song was written by Cirkut, Lana Del Rey, Nick Bailey, Quavo, Clayton Johnson, Jack Antonoff, Elysse Jane Yulo, Benny Negrin, Jaxson… Read More
Tough Lyrics
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[Chorus: Lana Del Rey]
Tough like the scuff on a pair of old leather boots
Like the blue-collar, red-dirt attitude
Like a .38 made out of brass
Tough like the stuff in your grandpa's glass
Life's gonna do what it does
Sure as the good Lord's up above
I'm cut like a diamond shinin' in the rough
Tough
Tough
[Verse 1: Quavo, Quavo & Lana Del Rey]
Come on, take a ride with me
Like the 808s beatin' in the trunk in Atlanta, it was tough
It was kinda hard for me
Crawlin' through the mud, I couldn't find love, then we came up
Look at what we are, baby
Standin' through the storm, still shinin' like a diamond in the rough
Still shinin', and that's hard
If you ever lost someone that you love
[Pre-Chorus: Quavo]
Through the pain, gotta show 'em, give 'em light
Still family if you're wrong or you're right
No matter, we together
It's not somethin' that you wanna do, it's just somethin' you goin' through
[Chorus: Quavo & Lana Del Rey, Quavo, Lana Del Rey]
Tough like the scuff on a pair of old leather boots
Like the blue-collar, red-dirt attitude
Like a .38 made out of brass
Tough like the stuff in your grandpa's glass (Grandpa's glass)
Life's gonna do what it does (Ooh)
Sure as the good Lord's up above
I'm cut like a diamond shinin' in the rough (Shine, shine)
Tough
Hard
[Verse 2: Lana Del Rey, Quavo, Lana Del Rey & Quavo]
Tell me how it's hard for you
Like the nickel-wound strings on your good old Gibson guitar
Tell me what it feel like
Like the smoke in the drawl of your "Y'all" and the way you talk slow
Oh yeah, yeah
Like the songs that your mama sang to you
And the way that it makes you tell the truth
If you come from where you come, then you were born tough
[Bridge: Lana Del Rey & Quavo]
Here, say where you come from
It's not what you wanna do, it's what you're gonna do
Now, it's no place to run
If that's what you're gonna do, what am I gonna do? (Tough)
[Chorus: Quavo & Lana Del Rey, Quavo, Lana Del Rey]
Tough like the scuff on a pair of old leather boots
Like the blue-collar, red-dirt attitude (Yeah, yeah)
Like a .38 made out of brass
Tough like the stuff in your grandpa's glass (Grandpa's glass)
Life's gonna do what it does (Ooh)
Sure as the good Lord's up above
I'm cut like a diamond shinin' in the rough (Shine, shine)
Tough
[Outro: Quavo & Lana Del Rey]
You wanna come to the Nawf? (Mm-hm)
I'll show you around
That's why I said, "Come take a ride with me"
When?
Whenever, whenever you ready
Call on me, brr
I'll give it back when I get there
Aight, that's a bet
[Chorus: Lana Del Rey]
In the chorus, Lana Del Rey uses vivid imagery to describe toughness, comparing it to the scuffs on old leather boots and the rugged, hardworking attitude of blue-collar life. She also references the durability of a brass .38 and the strength found in the drinks of previous generations. The message is clear: life is challenging, but resilience and inner strength will always shine through.
[Verse 1: Quavo, Quavo & Lana Del Rey]
Quavo reflects on his journey and struggles, mentioning how tough it was to rise from difficult circumstances. He uses the metaphor of 808s beating in the trunk to represent the tough times in Atlanta. Despite crawling through mud and struggling to find love, he and Lana have come out shining, much like diamonds in the rough. Quavo also touches on the pain of losing loved ones and the importance of staying resilient through it all.
[Pre-Chorus: Quavo]
Quavo emphasizes the importance of family and unity, regardless of right or wrong. He speaks about the inevitability of facing challenges and the need to endure them together. This section underscores the idea that resilience isn't just a choice but something one must go through in life.
[Verse 2: Lana Del Rey, Quavo, Lana Del Rey & Quavo]
Lana Del Rey continues the theme by asking Quavo to share his struggles, likening them to the toughness of nickel-wound strings on a Gibson guitar and the Southern drawl in speech. She highlights the influence of familial traditions, like the songs sung by one's mother, in shaping one's resilience. The verse reinforces the idea that those who come from tough backgrounds are inherently strong.
[Bridge: Lana Del Rey & Quavo]
The bridge delves into the inevitability of facing life's challenges, expressing that toughness isn't about what one wants to do but what one has to do. This section reflects a sense of acceptance and determination to face whatever comes one's way.
[Outro: Quavo & Lana Del Rey]
The outro brings a personal touch, with Quavo inviting Lana to his hometown, reinforcing the connection and understanding between them. It serves as a closing reminder of their shared experiences and mutual strength.
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About Song
"Tough" is a new English song by Quavo and Lana Del Rey, published on the Quavo YouTube channel. The song was written by Cirkut, Lana Del Rey, Nick Bailey, Quavo, Clayton Johnson, Jack Antonoff, Elysse Jane Yulo, Benny Negrin, Jaxson Free, Josh Dorr, and Maddox Batson, with production by Cirkut and watt. Released on July 3, 2024, this track showcases a unique collaboration between the two artists, blending their distinctive styles.
The theme of "Tough" revolves around resilience, perseverance, and the strength to overcome adversity. The lyrics explore various metaphors for toughness, from old leather boots to the blue-collar attitude, and highlight the artists' personal experiences with hardship and loss. The song emphasizes the importance of staying strong and shining through difficult times, likening this resilience to being cut like a diamond in the rough.
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The "Tough" song is sung by Quavo & Lana Del Rey.
The "Tough" song by Quavo & Lana Del Rey lyrics was written by Cirkut, Lana Del Rey, Nick Bailey, Quavo, Clayton Johnson, Jack Antonoff, Elysse Jane Yulo, Benny Negrin, Jaxson Free, Josh Dorr & Maddox Batson.
The "Tough" song by Quavo & Lana Del Rey was produced by Cirkut & watt.
Quavo & Lana Del Rey released "Tough" song on Jul 3, 2024.
