Heavily influenced by funk, much of Culbertson's material is funk-based instrumental, but in recent years has called upon vocalists such as Trey Lorenz, Kenny Lattimore, Will Downing, Faith Evans, and Avant, to add to his pieces.
Culbertson has released twelve albums so far. The first three were on the Blue Moon label: Long Night Out (1994), After Hours (1995) and Modern Life (1995). After moving to the Atlantic label, three more albums followed: Secrets (1997), Somethin' Bout Love (1999), and the critically acclaimed Nice and Slow (2001). Come on Up (2003) was released on Warner Jazz, and Culbertson then moved to GRP for his next albums It's On Tonight (2005), A soulful Christmas (2006), and Bringing back the funk (2008). Then Culbertson moved to Verve for his next album Live from the inside (2009). His latest work XII was released by GRP (2010).
Brian Culbertson also works with many other musicians in the smooth jazz arena, often as a composer and arranger. Culbertson is credited with working with Dave Koz, Peter White, Richard Elliot and Michael Lington to name but a few.
It's On Tonight
Brian Culbertson Lyrics
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'Cause when I set the mood
The way you like
It's on tonight
Give me your love, all your love
Ooh yeah
If you come home with me
Baby it's on tonight
As soon as you walk through that door
Said it's on tonight
You be the fore and let me play
Just 'till we get it right
'Cause when I set the mood
The way you like
It's on tonight
Give me your love, all your love
Ooh yeah
If you come home with me
Baby it's on tonight
As soon as you walk through that door
Said it's on tonight
You be the fore and let me play
Just 'till we get it right
'Cause when I set the mood
The way you like
It's on tonight
So here we are
Let's take it nice & slow
Here we are
Just makin' love
Baby we'll be awhile
Because I will always
Make sweet love to you
It's on it's on it's on it's on tonight
If you come home with me
Baby it's on tonight
As soon as you walk through that door
Said it's on tonight
You be the fore and let me play
Just 'till we get it right
'Cause when I set the mood
The way you like
It's on tonight
If you come home with me
Baby it's on tonight
As soon as you walk through that door
Said it's on tonight
You be the fore and let me play
Just 'till we get it right
'Cause when I set the mood
The way you like
It's on tonight
It's on tonight
Hey, its on, oh
'Cause when I set the mood
The way you like
It's on tonight (baby it's on tonight)
Yeah, oh
The lyrics to Brian Culbertson's "It's On Tonight" are a seductive invitation to a night of intimacy and passion. The singer sets the mood, promising to deliver the experience that the beloved desires. The repetition of "it's on tonight" throughout the song creates an atmosphere of anticipation and excitement, emphasizing the singer's eagerness to connect on a physical and emotional level. The singer also asks for the beloved's love, expressing a desire for a deeper connection beyond the physical realm.
The song is an ode to romantic intimacy and sensual pleasure, celebrating the joys of physical closeness and emotional connection. The singer invites the beloved to explore the depths of their passion and desire, creating a safe space where they can express themselves freely and without inhibition. Throughout the song, Culbertson uses smooth, romantic instrumentals to enhance the mood, emphasizing the sensual pleasure that comes with the act of love.
Line by Line Meaning
Baby it's on tonight
Tonight is the night when we will engage in a romantic and intimate encounter.
'Cause when I set the mood
The way you like
It's on tonight
When I create the atmosphere that suits your preferences, the night will be filled with romance and passion.
Give me your love, all your love
Ooh yeah
I desire to receive all of your love and affection wholeheartedly.
If you come home with me
Baby it's on tonight
As soon as you walk through that door
Said it's on tonight
You be the fore and let me play
Just 'till we get it right
'Cause when I set the mood
The way you like
It's on tonight
If you decide to accompany me to my home, the moment we cross the threshold, we will embark on a journey of intense passion and pleasure, trying out different things until we reach perfection.
So here we are
Let's take it nice & slow
Here we are
Just makin' love
Baby we'll be awhile
Because I will always
Make sweet love to you
It's on it's on it's on it's on tonight
We are in this moment, and we should savor it by taking our time and enjoying each other's company, basking in the joy of love and affection for an extended time, as I am willing and able to show you sweet and gentle love all night long.
It's on tonight
Hey, its on, oh
'Cause when I set the mood
The way you like
It's on tonight (baby it's on tonight)
Yeah, oh
The atmosphere is right, and our attraction is undeniable, now we can let ourselves go and experience a night of passion and desire.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Royalty Network, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CULBERTSON, LU, NELSON, Brian Culbertson, Marc Nelson, Stephen Lu
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