When Life Hits Hard
Ricky Skaggs · Life Is a Journey [Atlantic] [1997]
(Mark D. Sanders - Steve Seskin)
Life is a mountain of a journey
With rivers to cross at every turn
It's always something or too much of nothing
But if there's one thing I've learned.
When life hits hard you gotta hit a little harder bear that heavy load
It's all gonna get a lot better farther along the road
Lord, knows when you're down so down you gotta dig a little deeper
Keep reaching for the sky
And when life hits hard there's bound to be a reason why.
Everyone's searching for the answer
When maybe thie only thing to do
Is cherish the good times and hold on through the bad times
Trustin' that time will deliver you.
And when life hits hard you gotta hit a little harder bear that heavy load
It's all gonna get a lot better farther along the road
Lord, knows when you're down so down you gotta dig a little deeper
Keep reaching for the sky
And when life hits hard there's bound to be a reason why.
In this one way we're all alike
We share a strong will to survive.
And when life hits hard
you gotta hit a little harder bear that heavy load
It's all gonna get a lot better farther along the road
Lord, knows when you're down so down you gotta dig a little deeper
Keep reaching for the sky
And when life hits hard there's bound to be a reason why.
And when life hits hard there's bound to be a reason why.
When life hits hard...
Life is a mountain of a journey
With rivers to cross at every turn
It's always something or too much of nothing
But if there's one thing I've learned.
When life hits hard you gotta hit a little harder bear that heavy load
It's all gonna get a lot better farther along the road
Lord, knows when you're down so down you gotta dig a little deeper
Keep reaching for the sky
And when life hits hard there's bound to be a reason why.
Everyone's searching for the answer
When maybe thie only thing to do
Is cherish the good times and hold on through the bad times
Trustin' that time will deliver you.
And when life hits hard you gotta hit a little harder bear that heavy load
It's all gonna get a lot better farther along the road
Lord, knows when you're down so down you gotta dig a little deeper
Keep reaching for the sky
And when life hits hard there's bound to be a reason why.
In this one way we're all alike
We share a strong will to survive.
And when life hits hard
you gotta hit a little harder bear that heavy load
It's all gonna get a lot better farther along the road
Lord, knows when you're down so down you gotta dig a little deeper
Keep reaching for the sky
And when life hits hard there's bound to be a reason why.
And when life hits hard there's bound to be a reason why.
When life hits hard...
When Life Hits Hard
Ricky Skaggs delivers a poignant country ballad on his 1997 album Life Is a Journey, exploring themes of resilience and hardship. The track exemplifies Skaggs' signature blend of traditional country instrumentation and heartfelt vocal delivery, characteristic of his work during the late 1990s. As a staple of his discography, the song reflects the broader narrative often found in his catalog, where personal struggle is portrayed with dignity and authenticity. It stands as a testament to his ability to craft recordings that resonate deeply with listeners facing their own challenges, solidifying his reputation as a master of the genre.