I Won't Back Down Lyrics
Sam Elliott
Lyrics
Well I won't back down
No I won't back down
You can stand me up at the gates of hell
But I won't back down
No I'll stand my ground, won't be turned around
And I'll keep this world from draggin me down
gonna stand my ground
... and I won't back down
Hey baby, there ain't no easy way out
hey I will stand my ground
and I won't back down
Well I know what's right, I got just one life
in a world that keeps on pushin me around
but I'll stand my ground
...and I won't back down
Hey baby, there ain't no easy way out
hey I will stand my ground
and I won't back down
No I won't back down...
Song & Lyrics Facts
Sam Elliott's song "I Won't Back Down" was released in 2019 as part of the album The Man Who Invented Himself, by Sam Elliott and His Band. The genre of this track is alternative country rock with a hint of folk music.
The lyrics were written by Tom Petty and Jeff Lynne, while the band members who performed on the track are Sam Elliott on lead vocals, Pete Anderson on guitar, Davey Faragher on bass, Greg Leisz on steel guitar, Don Heffington on drums, and Mike Campbell on electric guitar. The song has become an anthem for those facing adversity, inspiring them to stand up and fight for what they believe in. It has been described by critics as a “rousing” and “uplifting” song that captures the spirit of resilience in the face of difficult times. The lyrics speak of the power of standing firm and not backing down, no matter what life throws at you.