Tougher Than the Rest
Bruce Springsteen
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Release Details"Tougher Than the Rest" is a song from Bruce Springsteen's eighth studio album titled "Tunnel of Love", which was released in 1987.
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Song InspirationSpringsteen wrote this song inspired by his failing marriage to Julianne Phillips. The entire "Tunnel of Love" album reflects the troubles he experienced in his relationship during that time.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Tougher Than the Rest" was filmed in black & white, featuring Springsteen performing the song live. It was directed by Meiert Avis and won Best Male Video at the 1988 MTV Video Music Awards.
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Live Performances"Tougher Than the Rest" is a popular song in Bruce's live setlists. A memorable version was performed in 1988 with Patti Scialfa, who later became Springsteen's second wife.
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Song FactsThe song is a slow, simmering ballad that showcases Springsteen's lower vocal register.
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Cover VersionsVarious artists have covered "Tougher Than the Rest", including Emmylou Harris and Travis Tritt. Tritt's version even reached number 52 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart in 1994.
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Song ReceptionThis song is hailed by critics and fans alike as one of Springsteen's most compelling love songs. It is praised for its honest lyrics, raw emotion, and the unique way it talks about love, bravery, and vulnerability.
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Cultural Impact"Tougher Than the Rest" was used in the finale of the British television series "The Virtues", aired on Channel 4 in 2019.
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Song StyleThe style of the song was a departure from Springsteen's earlier work, characterized by synth and drum machine, which was more prevalent in 1980s popular music.
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Chart PerformanceWhile the song wasn't independently released as a single in the US, it performed well in the UK, reaching number 13 on the UK Singles Chart.
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