This parody song is a transformative, non-commercial work created strictly for humorous and expressive purposes. It is a clear parody of Survivor’s song “Eye of the Tiger,” reimagined to support and expand the adventures of Gunther the Smallest Rottweiler, a character from the novel The Smallest Rottweiler.
No original tracks, recordings, or direct musical elements from the original song or artist are used. This is an entirely new vocal performance with new lyrics and arrangement that comments on and humorously transforms the original work.
The song is not monetized in any way, generates no revenue, and is hosted exclusively on my personal, non-commercial website. It is offered solely for the free amusement of readers and fans who wish to further explore the novel’s characters and world. The use of the original song’s themes is limited and transformative, advancing a new creative expression tied to the story rather than serving as a substitute for the original.
I am a huge admirer of the original artist and their work. This parody was created out of deep respect and affection, with full credit given to Survivor (Jim Peterik and Frankie Sullivan) for their original composition. Far from intending any harm or embarrassment to the artist or their music, this parody is meant to celebrate their creativity. As the saying goes, imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. I hope listeners enjoy both the original song and this lighthearted parody version.
[Lyrics to Eye of the Rottie]
[Verse]
Rising up, back on the farm
Born as the runt, no cause for alarm
Faced the doubt from his dad so stern
Siblings bully, but he’s got the burn
Did his time, took the blows
And the last known victim of the kennel woes
So many times, it happened too fast
He kept the dream, made it last
[Chorus]
It’s the eye of the Rottie, it’s the thrill of the dream
Rising up to the challenge of his team
And the last known survivor stalks his prey in the night
And he’s watching us all with the eye of the Rottie
[Verse]
Out in the wild, lost and alone
Tunnel escape, far from home
Met the wolf pack, Magnus so bold
Learned to hunt, turned fear to gold
Faced the bear, in the fight so grand
Helped his friend claim the land
Don’t lose your grip on the dreams of the past
You must fight just to keep them alive
[Chorus]
It’s the eye of the Rottie, it’s the thrill of the dream
Rising up to the challenge of his team
And the last known survivor stalks his prey in the night
And he’s watching us all with the eye of the Rottie
[Verse]
Runt no more, back to the town
Bank robbery, won’t back down
Saved the day, with bark and bite
Proved his worth in the heat of the fight
Hung tough, stayed hungry
They stacked the odds still we take to the street
For the kill with the skill to survive
[Chorus]
It’s the eye of the Rottie, it’s the thrill of the dream
Rising up to the challenge of his team
And the last known survivor stalks his prey in the night
And he’s watching us all with the eye of the Rottie
[Bridge]
Rising up, straight to the top
Had the guts, got the glory
Went the distance, now he’s not gonna stop
Just a dog and his will to survive
It’s the eye of the Rottie, it’s the thrill of the dream
Rising up to the challenge of his team
And the last known survivor stalks his prey in the night
And he’s watching us all with the eye…
Of the Rottie!
(The eye of the Rottie)
(The eye of the Rottie)
(The eye of the Rottie)
(The eye of the Rottie)