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Eye Of The Tiger Survivor

 "Eye Of The Tiger" by Survivor is an iconic rock anthem, famous for its driving rhythm and memorable riff. While the original track features electric guitar with palm-muted power chords, this ChordPro version is well adapted for acoustic guitar and beginner players, using open chords and a straightforward structure.


Chords and Progression

The entire song uses basic open chords: Am, F, G, C, Dm, and Em. If you're not yet comfortable with F, try the easier Fmaj7 or simplified F shape.

Chord transitions mainly move between Am, F, and G in the verses, with Dm, C, G, and Em added for the chorus. Practice moving between Am → F → G smoothly, as this is the backbone of the song.


Strumming Pattern

A good strumming pattern is: Down, Down-Up, Down, Down-Up (D D-U D D-U), keeping a steady, punchy rhythm.

For more energy, accent the first down strum of each bar and lightly palm-mute by resting the side of your palm on the strings near the bridge.


Additional Tips

Play the intro with strong, deliberate downstrokes to mimic the original's intensity. Count four bars of Am and F combinations before starting the verse.

Keep your wrist loose and focus on clean chord changes. Practice slowly, then build up speed as you get comfortable.

EADGBE F
EADGBE G
EADGBEX Am
EADGBEXX Dm
EADGBE C
EADGBE Em
Intro
Am Am Am F
Am Am Am F
Am Am Am F
Am Am Am F
Verse 1
Rising up,F back on the street,G did my time, took myAm chances
Went the distance now I'mF back on my feet. Just aG man, and his will to surAm vive
So many times, itF happens too fast.G You change your passion forAm glory
Don't lose your grip, on theF dreams of the past. You mustG fight just to keep them aAm live
Chorus
It's the,Dm eye of the tiger it's theC thrill of theG fight
RisingDm up, to the challenge of ourG rival
And theDm last known survivor stalks hisC prey in theG night
And he'sDm watching usEm all with theF eye of theAm tiger
Verse 2
Face to face,F out in the heat,G hanging tough, stayin'Am hungry
They stack the odds, 'til weF take to the street, for theG kill, with the skill to surAm vive
Chorus
It's the,Dm eye of the tiger it's theC thrill of theG fight
RisingDm up, to the challenge of ourG rival
And theDm last known survivor stalks hisC prey in theG night
And he'sDm watching usEm all with theF eye of theAm tiger
Verse 3
Rising up,F straight to the top,G had the guts, got theAm glory
Went the distance now I'mF not going to stop, just aG man, and his will to surAm vive
Chorus
It's the,Dm eye of the tiger it's theC thrill of theG fight
RisingDm up, to the challenge of ourG rival
And theDm last known survivor stalks hisC prey in theG night
And he'sDm watching usEm all with theF eye of theAm tiger
Outro
F The eye of theAm tiger
F The eye of theAm tiger
F The eye of theAm tiger