Nightshift
(Commodores) Lyrics
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And he could sing a song
His heart in every line
Marvin sang of the joy and pain
He opened up our minds
And I still can hear him say
Aw talk to me so you can see
What's going on
Forevermore (evermore)
Gonna be some sweet sounds
Coming down on the nightshift
I bet you're singing proud
Oh I bet you'll pull a crowd
Gonna be a long night
It's gonna be all right
On the nightshift
Oh you found another home
I know you're not alone
On the nightshift
You found another home
I know you're not alone
On the nightshift
Jackie (Jackie), hey what'you doing now
It seems like yesterday
When we were working out
Jackie (Jackie, oh) you set
The world on fire
You came and gifted us
Your love it lifted us
Higher and higher
Keep it up and
We'll be there
At your side
Oh say you will sing
Your songs forevermore (evermore)
Gonna be some sweet sounds
Coming down on the nightshift
I bet you're singing proud
Oh I bet you'll pull a crowd
Gonna be a long night
It's gonna be all right
On the nightshift
Oh you found another home
I know you're not alone
On the nightshift
Gonna be some sweet sounds
Coming down on the nightshift
I bet you're singing proud
Oh I bet you'll pull a crowd
Gonna be a long night
It's gonna be all right
On the nightshift
Oh you found another home
I know you're not alone
On the nightshift
Gonna miss your sweet voice
That soulful voice
On the nightshift
We all remember you
Ooh the songs are coming through
At the end of a long day
It's gonna be okay
On the nightshift
You found another home
I know you're not alone
On the nightshift
The song "Nightshift" by the Commodores is a tribute to the music legends who have passed away. The song starts with a tribute to Marvin Gaye, who was a friend of the lead singer, Lionel Ritchie. Marvin was known for his ability to express the joy and pain of life through his music. Lionel remembers Marvin's ability to touch his heart with every line he sang. The lyrics are an invitation to the listener to open their minds and see what's going on around them.
The song then moves into a tribute to Jackie Wilson, who was an American soul singer-songwriter and performer in the 1950s and 1960s. Jackie was known for his high-energy performances and his incredible voice. Lionel remembers Jackie setting the world on fire with his love and lifting people's spirits, higher and higher. The chorus of the song talks about the sweet sounds coming down on the nightshift, and how these legends will always be remembered.
Line by Line Meaning
Marvin, he was a friend of mine
Marvin is someone I knew and liked
And he could sing a song
Marvin was talented at singing
His heart in every line
Marvin sang with genuine emotion
Marvin sang of the joy and pain
Marvin's songs spoke of both ups and downs in life
He opened up our minds
Marvin's music had a profound impact on our thoughts and perspectives
And I still can hear him say
Marvin's memory and voice still live on
Aw talk to me so you can see / What's going on
Marvin's song 'What's Going On' encourages people to communicate and understand each other's experiences
Say you will sing your songs / Forevermore (evermore)
We hope Marvin's music will always be with us
Gonna be some sweet sounds / Coming down on the nightshift
There will be good music on the nightshift
I bet you're singing proud / Oh I bet you'll pull a crowd
We believe Marvin and Jackie would be proud of their success and popularity
Gonna be a long night / It's gonna be all right / On the nightshift
The night will be tiring but manageable
Oh you found another home / I know you're not alone / On the nightshift
Marvin and Jackie found audience and appreciation on the nightshift
Jackie (Jackie), hey what'you doing now / It seems like yesterday / When we were working out
The singer thinks of Jackie and remembers their past together
Jackie (Jackie, oh) you set / The world on fire
Jackie had great success and had a significant impact on music
You came and gifted us / Your love it lifted us / Higher and higher
Jackie's music brought love and positive energy to the world
Keep it up and / We'll be there / At your side
We will continue to support Jackie and appreciate their work
Gonna miss your sweet voice / That soulful voice / On the nightshift
We will miss Jackie's unique and emotional singing on the nightshift
We all remember you / Ooh the songs are coming through
Jackie's music still resonates and remains memorable
At the end of a long day / It's gonna be okay / On the nightshift
Even after a tough day, everything will be alright when listening to good music on the nightshift
You found another home / I know you're not alone / On the nightshift
Jackie found a place where their music is appreciated and loved on the nightshift
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
Written by: FRANNE GOLDE, DENNIS LAMBERT, WALTER ORANGE
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@susanrodriguez7407
I still listen to the same music I did back in the last 45 years. Today is my 73rd birthday. I am now listening to Night Shift. And singing.
@raindeerprojekt4119
Its Heavy and holy!!! Cheers to you Susan
@96NightRider96
and keep singing! forever more
@adriancox8134
A belated happy birthday!!
@kimmii2063
i love that you do that...xxxx
@kapologabriel5942
❤❤
@billynivy9938
Don’t worry you’re not the the only one listening to this masterpiece in 2024
@ethimself5064
Sounds magical since forever
@samuelsekati1426
shit i was worried🤣🤣
@lekkerkoffie8605
Why the fuck would anyone be worried about that?? What's wrong with you?