Tonight Tonight
Hot Chelle Rae Lyrics
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Seven days of torture, seven days of bitter
And my girlfriend went and cheated on me
She's a California dime but it's time for me to quit her
La, la, la, whatever, la, la, la
It doesn't matter, la, la, la, oh, well, la, la, la
We're going at it tonight tonight
There's a party on the rooftop top of the world
Tonight tonight and we're dancing on the edge of the Hollywood sign
I don't know if I'll make it but watch how good I'll fake it
It's all right, all right, tonight, tonight
I woke up with a strange tattoo
Not sure how I got it, not a dollar in my pocket
And it kinda looks just like you
Mixed with Zach Galifianakis
La, la, la, whatever, la, la, la
It doesn't matter, la, la, la, oh, well, la, la, la
We're going at it tonight tonight
There's a party on the rooftop top of the world
Tonight tonight and we're dancing on the edge of the Hollywood sign
I don't know if I'll make it but watch how good I'll fake it
It's all right, all right, tonight, tonight
You got me singing like, whoa, oh, oh
Come on, oh, oh, oh, it doesn't matter
Whoa, oh, oh everybody now, oh, oh, oh
Just don't stop let's keep the beat pumpin'
Keep the beat up, let's drop the beat down
It's my party dance if I want to
We can get crazy let it all out
Just don't stop let's keep the beat pumpin'
Keep the beat up, lets drop the beat down
It's my party dance if I want to
We can get crazy let it all out
It's you and me and we're runnin' this town and
It's me and you and we're shakin' the ground and
Ain't nobody gonna tell us to go cause this is our show
Everybody, whoa, oh, oh
Come on, oh, oh, oh, all you animals
Whoa, oh, oh, let me hear you now, oh, oh, oh
Tonight tonight there's a party on the rooftop top of the world
Tonight tonight and we're dancing on the edge of the Hollywood sign
I don't know if I'll make it but watch how good I'll fake it
It's all right, all right, tonight, tonight
It's all right, all right, tonight, tonight
Yeah its all right, all right, tonight, tonight
Just singing like, whoa, oh, oh
Come on, oh, oh, oh, all you party people
Whoa, oh, oh, all you singletons, oh, oh, oh, even the white kids
Just don't stop let's keep the beat pumpin'
Keep the beat up, let's drop the beat down
Its my party dance if I want to
We can get crazy let it all out
Just don't stop let's keep the beat pumpin'
Keep the beat up, lets drop the beat down
It's my party dance if I want to
We can get crazy let it all out, it's
clearly evident that the lyrics of “Tonight Tonight” by Hot Chelle Rae revolve around a man who has had a really bad week. He’s just broken up with his girlfriend, who apparently cheated on him. He’s also woken up with a strange tattoo and no money in his pocket, while singing his frustration in a world where nothing seems to make sense. The chorus encourages him to forget about his problems for one night and enjoy himself. The party scene is showcased as the perfect way to release all the negativity that has built up inside, and the lyrics encourage everyone to live in the present and forget their worries even if it’s just for one night.
The words of “Tonight Tonight” are more complex than many might expect from a song featuring upbeat, party-thick lyrics. The song delivers an insight into the pain of betrayal, depression and anger that many people go through after the end of a relationship. In this case, the main character wants to forget about it all and just move on, believing that tonight is the night to be carefree and not worry about anything else.
Despite being criticized for its cliché lyrics, “Tonight Tonight” became extremely popular upon its release in 2011. The song’s catchy chorus is perfect for casual listening and is a great song to dance to. The song received multiple award nominations and became one of the most recognizable compositions of the early 2010s.
Line by Line Meaning
It's been a really really messed up week
The past week has been full of troubles and difficulties
Seven days of torture, seven days of bitter
The week has been horrible and filled with negative experiences
And my girlfriend went and cheated on me
My girlfriend was unfaithful to me
She's a California dime but it's time for me to quit her
She may be attractive, but I need to end the relationship
La la la, whatever, la la la,
I don't care, whatever happens
It doesn't matter, la la la, oh well, la la la
Whatever happens, it doesn't matter, I'm indifferent
We're going at it tonight tonight
We're ready for a wild night out tonight
There's a party on the rooftop top of the world
We're going to a party on the rooftop with amazing views
Tonight tonight and we're dancing on the edge of the Hollywood sign
We're dancing in a wild location, on the edge of the Hollywood sign
I don't know if I'll make it but watch how good I'll fake it
I'm not sure if I can handle the night, but I'll pretend like I can
It's all right, all right, tonight, tonight
Everything is going to be fine tonight
I woke up with a strange tattoo
I have a bizarre tattoo that I don't remember getting
Not sure how I got it, not a dollar in my pocket
I don't know how I got the tattoo and I don't have any money
And it kinda looks just like you
The tattoo looks like someone I know (perhaps the ex-girlfriend)
Mixed with Zach Galifianakis
The tattoo has a hilarious mashup of images
You got me singing like whoa, oh, oh
I'm so excited that I'm singing loudly
Come on, oh, oh, oh it doesn't matter
I don't care what happens, let's go and have fun
Whoa, oh, oh everybody now, oh, oh, oh
Everyone is getting hyped up and joining in
Just don't stop let's keep the beat pumpin'
Let's keep dancing and keep the party going
Keep the beat up, let's drop the beat down
Let's keep the rhythm going and enjoy the music
It's my party dance if I want to
I can dance however I want, it's my party
We can get crazy let it all out
Let's go wild and let everything out
It's you and me and we're runnin' this town
The two of us are in control and dominating the night
It's me and you and we're shakin' the ground
The two of us are having a huge impact and making waves
Ain't nobody gonna tell us to go cause this is our show
We're in charge and nobody can tell us what to do
All you animals, let me hear you now
Everyone is a wild animal and we want to hear them make noise
All you singletons, even the white kids
Everyone is welcome to join in the fun regardless of their relationship status or race
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Evan Bogart, Nash Overstreet, Ryan Follese, Emanuel Kiriakou, Lindy Robbins
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@ItzSpense
Back then when this song came out, life was just simpler
@misterclean7570
So true man.
@ryandan646
This is the song that brings back the laid back memories of being a child 😭
@jcl418
no we about to go to iran 😳😳
@byeetch
Gosh, tell me about it
@travishambrick5074
F3AR 12HRS yes
@josiesites9118
I woke up at 8am and this song was playing in my head for absolutely no reason
@zklogan5837
Josie Sites not even lying same
@grilaxxx
Sometimes it happens to me too!! Gets annoying as different songs pop out
@myuna5757
ME RN