'''"Strong in the Real Way"''' is a song written by [[Rebecca Sugar]].
'''"Strong in the Real Way"''' is a song written by [[Rebecca Sugar]].
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It was first sung by [[Pearl]], and later by [[Steven Universe (character)|Steven]] to help himself coach [[Greg]], [[Sadie]], and [[Lars]] in the episode "[[Coach Steven]]". The song is about Steven idolizing [[Sugilite]], and the song covers how they have different definitions of strength.
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It was first sung by [[Pearl]], and later by [[Steven Universe (character)|Steven]] to help himself coach [[Greg Universe|Greg]], [[Sadie Miller|Sadie]], and [[Lars]] in the episode "[[Coach Steven]]". The song is about Steven idolizing [[Sugilite]], and the song covers how they have different definitions of strength.
This song is also available on [https://soundcloud.com/aivisura/steven-universe-strong-in-the-real-way-rebecca-sugar Aivi & Surasshu's SoundCloud stream].
This song is also available on [https://soundcloud.com/aivisura/steven-universe-strong-in-the-real-way-rebecca-sugar Aivi & Surasshu's SoundCloud stream].
Revision as of 06:50, 13 August 2016
"Strong in the Real Way" is a song written by Rebecca Sugar.
It was first sung by Pearl, and later by Steven to help himself coach Greg, Sadie, and Lars in the episode "Coach Steven". The song is about Steven idolizing Sugilite, and the song covers how they have different definitions of strength.
Why do you have to look up to her Aside from in a literal sense? Don't you know that a power that big Comes with a bigger expense? And can't you see that she's out of control And overzealous? I'm telling you for your own good, And not because I'm- I can show you how to be strong... In the real way. And I know that we can be strong In the real way. And I want to inspire you I want to be your rock And when I talk It lights a fire in you
[Steven]
I can show you how to be strong... In the real way And I know that we can be strong In the real way
[Steven and Pearl]
And I want to inspire you I want to be your rock And when I talk It lights a fire in you I want to inspire you I want to be your rock And when I talk It lights a fire in you
"We loved arranging “Strong in the Real Way” - thank you Rebecca for being our, “rock”! There are several people who helped bring this song to life. What you’re hearing is the result of Rebecca’s amazing songwriting, Grant’s blazing guitar playing, Roger’s fierce drum fills, and Deedee and Zach’s inspiring vocals! (I played the piano and synths.) Thank you everyone for your incredible performances!!!"
Chords
Verse 1
G, EbM7, Bb, D
G, EbM7, Bb, D, C7
F, Eb, BbM7
B7, Em, C7
Instrumental
G, EbM7, Bb, D
G, EbM7, Bb, D, C7
F, Eb, BbM7
B7, Em, C7
Choruses
1
G, EbM7, Bb, D
G, EbM7, Bb, D, Cm7
D7, Gm
C7, F, Bb, D
2
G, EbM7, Bb, D
G, EbM7, Bb, D, Cm7
D7, Gm
C7, F, Bb, D
Cm7, D7, Gm
C7, Bb, D7, G
Videos
"Strong in the Real Way"— Demo from Steven Universe
Trivia
Pearl refuses to say 'jealous' in the song, despite it rhyming with the previous line of the verse 'overzealous'.
Her jealousy gets exposed in the "Week of Sardonyx" story arc; not only is Pearl jealous of Sugilite's strength but she is also jealous of Amethyst for being allowed to fuse with Garnet - something which both of them greatly enjoy.
A portion of the chorus's melody plays near the end of the song "Sugilite Returns".
This song is referenced in Attack the Light. Sometimes, while encouraging or healing Pearl, Steven will yell out "You're strong in the real way, Pearl!"