Lyrics & Vocals: American singer, songwriter and guitarist, the great and much loved Bruce Frederick Joseph Springsteen.
Bruce Springsteen.
“Tougher Than the Rest” is one of those quiet, steady songs that hits harder the longer you sit with it. Instead of grand promises or perfect romance, it offers something rarer, honesty. The narrator doesn’t pretend to be flawless or invincible, he admits he’s been hurt, that he’s made mistakes, and that love can be messy. But even with all that, he still shows up, asking for a chance and offering loyalty that feels earned rather than romanticized. With its slow-burn mood and plainspoken tenderness, the song turns resilience into a love language, suggesting that what matters most isn’t being perfect, it’s being willing to stay.
Tougher Than The Rest.
Well, it’s Saturday night, You’re all dressed up in blue, I been watching you a while, Maybe you been watching me, too. So somebody ran out, Left somebody’s heart in a mess, Well, if you’re looking for love, Honey, I’m tougher than the rest.
Some girls, they want a handsome Dan, Or some good-lookin’ Joe, On their arm, some girls, Like a sweet-talkin’ Romeo. Well, ’round here, baby, I learned you get what you can get, So if you’re rough enough for love, Honey, I’m tougher than the rest.
Your road is dark it’s a thin, thin line, But I want you to know I’ll walk it for you any time, Maybe your other boyfriends couldn’t pass the test, Well, if you’re rough and ready for love, Honey, I’m tougher than the rest.
Your road is dark it’s a thin, thin line, But I want you to know I’ll walk it for you any time, Maybe your other boyfriends couldn’t pass the test, Well, if you’re rough and ready for love, Honey, I’m tougher than the rest.
Well, it ain’t no secret, I’ve been around a time or two. Well, I don’t know, baby, Maybe you’ve been around too. Well, there’s another dance, All you gotta do is say yes, And if you’re rough and ready for love. Honey, I’m tougher than the rest.
If you’re rough enough for love, Baby, I’m tougher than the rest.
Pre-deceased by his wife Rita (née Riordan) brothers Freddie, and Michael, sisters Nonie, Kitty and Bridie; Mr Ryan passed away peacefully while in the care of staff at Mercy University Hospital, Cork.
His passing is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his sorrowing family; loving daughter Sharon and son Paul, Paul’s partner Lorraine, grandchildren Larissa and Davina, great-grandchildren Eli and Louie, brother Timmy (London), sister-in-law Elaine, nieces, nephews, Larissa’s husband Andrew, extended relatives, neighbours and friends.
Rest In Peace.
Funeral Arrangements will be published later as soon as final details are confirmed.
The extended Ryan and Riordan families wish to express their appreciation for your understanding at this difficult time, and have made arrangements for those persons wishing to send messages of condolence, to use the link shown HERE.
Accepting the award at the ceremony in Dublin, Ms Buckley described the past year as a “roller-coaster” and said it was an honour to “come home” to celebrate with the Irish creative community, reflecting on how storytelling, music and art shaped her upbringing.
In her remarks, she also paid tribute to her co-star Mr Paul Mescal, who portrays Shakespeare in the film, adding that she loves him. Mr Mescal was named Supporting Actor (Film) for Hamnet , but was not present to collect the award. Hamnet was among the night’s standout winners, also receiving the International Film award and Script (Film) honour and shared between Ms Maggie O’Farrell and Ns Chloé Zhao.
Ms Buckley, who formerly attended the Ursuline Secondary School here in Thurles, has also been recognised during the current awards season for her work in Hamnet, including major international nominations.
Gardaí and emergency services have confirmed that a man in his 60s has died following a fatal collision with a lorry on a rural road in County Tipperary yesterday afternoon.
The incident occurred at approximately 2:35pm on Thursday, 19th February, along the L8109 road at Ardloman, Breansha, near the Glen of Aherlow, in the west of the county. Emergency services, including local Gardaí and ambulance crews, responded swiftly after the alarm was raised informing them that a pedestrian had been struck by a heavy goods vehicle.
Despite the rapid response by first responders, the pedestrian, latter a male aged in his 60s, was pronounced dead at the scene. Gardaí have confirmed that no other injuries were reported in connection with the incident.
A technical examination of the collision site has been conducted by Garda forensic personnel to establish the circumstances surrounding the crash. Standard procedures have been followed, with both the Health and Safety Authority (HSA) and the Coroner notified as part of the ongoing process. Representatives from the HSA have acknowledged the fatality and indicated that a formal investigation has been launched.
Gardaí say that investigations remain ongoing, and they have not released further details regarding the victim’s identity or specific causes at this time. Gardaí are encouraging anyone who may have witnessed the collision, or who may have relevant dash-cam footage from the L8109 area around the time of the incident, to come forward to assist with inquiries.
No additional information has yet been provided about the circumstances leading up to the collision, and it is not yet clear if road or weather conditions were a contributing factor.
Pre-deceased by his parents, brothers Peter, Patsy and Joe, sisters Kathleen, Maisie and Bernadette; Mr Nolan passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family, while in the care of staff at St Francis Hospice, Raheny, Co. Dublin.
His passing is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his sorrowing family; loving wife Marie, son Eamon, daughters Bróna and Eimear, grandchildren Lily, Aoibheann, Jamie and Ollie, sons-in-law James and Ciarán, daughter-in-law Mags, sister Chrissie, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended relatives, neighbours and friends.
For those persons who would wish to attend Requiem Mass for Mr Nolan, but for reasons cannot, same can be viewed streamed live online, HERE.
The extended Nolan family wish to express their appreciation for your understanding at this difficult time, and have made arrangements for those persons wishing to send messages of condolence, to use the link shown HERE.
Note Please: Family flowers only. Donations in lieu of flowers to St. Francis Hospice in memory of Mr Oliver Nolan.
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