He is signed with Concord Records. He had his début self titled album in 1991 which sold 1.5 milllion. In his solo career, his most famous songs are 'I Wonder Why' and 'You're All That Matters To Me'. He has also worked with Elton John, Eric Clapton, Prince, Bonnie Raitt, Rod Stewart, The Allman Brothers Band and Joe Cocker.
Since then he has married and has a daughter, and recently participated in the BBC TV programme "Just the Two of Us", where he partnered newsreader and TV presenter Penny Smith.
Albums
Curtis Stigers (Arista, 1991)
Time Was (Arista, 1995)
Brighter Days (Columbia, 1999)
Baby Plays Around (Concord Jazz, 2001)
Secret Heart (Concord Jazz, 2002)
You Inspire Me (Concord Jazz, 2003)
I Think It's Going to Rain Today (Concord Jazz, 2005)
Real Emotional (Concord, 2007)
Lost in Dreams (Concord, 2009)
Let's Go Out Tonight (Concord Jazz, 2012)
Hooray for Love (Concord Jazz, 2014)
One More for the Road [live] (Concord Jazz, 2014 [rel. 2017]) with the Danish Radio Big Band
Gentleman (EmArcy, 2020)
New York Is Rockin'
Curtis Stigers Lyrics
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Where the music is a pumping and the lights are bright
When the whistle blows and the workday's done
We gonna get the party started and have some fun
I'll meet you after midnight, baby, don't be late
Down around the corner at the Empire State
The kids are getting down up in the Bronx tonight
They're kickin' out the jams down in ol' Bay Ridge
The joint is really jumpin' on the Brooklyn Bridge
All the hippies boppin' down on Avenue A
Put your red dress on, baby, we're on our way
New York, New York is rockin'
New York, New York is rockin'
New York, New York is rockin'
New York, New York is rockin'
New York
(New York is rockin' tonight)
Well Sinatra's singing 'bout those little town blues
Baryshnikov is putting on his blue suede shoes
Bird is boppin' down on Fifty-Second Street
The Ramones at CBGB's got 'em on their feet
Pavarotti's playing up at Carnegie Hall
Yeah, everybody's swingin' and havin' a ball
New York, New York is rockin'
New York, New York is rockin'
New York, New York is rockin'
New York, New York is rockin'
New York
(New York is rockin' tonight)
They really got it shakin' in Jamaica, Queens
Wall Street is dressing up in old blue jeans
They're jumpin' at the Garden for the New York Knicks
The Islanders and Rangers go their hockey sticks
The Bombers in the Bronx and the Mets at Shea
Giants and Jets are up and ready to play
New York, New York is rockin'
New York, New York is rockin'
New York, New York is rockin'
New York, New York is rockin'
New York
(New York is rockin' tonight)
The Staten Island Ferry's rockin' all night long
From Soho to Harlem hear 'em singing along
The boys are steppin' out down on Christopher Street
In Bed-Stuy they're rockin' to a new jack beat
Well give our regards to ol' Broadway
'Cause New York is rockin' and it's here to stay
New York, New York is rockin'
New York, New York is rockin'
New York, New York is rockin'
New York, New York is rockin'
New York
(New York is rockin' tonight)
New York, New York is rockin'
New York, New York is rockin'
New York, New York is rockin'
New York, New York is rockin'
New York
(New York is rockin' tonight)
New York, New York is rockin'
New York, New York is rockin'
New York, New York is rockin'
New York, New York is rockin'
New York
(New York is rockin' tonight)
Curtis Stigers's "New York Is Rockin'" is an ode to the vibrant music and nightlife scene of New York City. The lyrics describe various neighborhoods in the city, such as the Bronx, Bay Ridge, and Avenue A, where people are dancing and enjoying the music. The song also references iconic venues, such as the Empire State Building, CBGB's, and Carnegie Hall, where famous musicians, including Sinatra, Bird, and Pavarotti, have performed.
The chorus repeats the phrase "New York, New York is rockin'" several times, suggesting that the energy and excitement of the city's music scene are palpable and contagious. The song captures the sense of freedom, spontaneity, and possibility that the city represents, inviting the listener to join in the fun and experience the magic of New York.
Overall, "New York Is Rockin'" is a celebration of the diverse and dynamic cultural landscape of the city, where music has always played an essential role as a source of inspiration, creativity, and joy.
Line by Line Meaning
Well baby, let me come and take you out tonight
Allow me to take you out for a night of music and lights
Where the music is a pumping and the lights are bright
Where the music is lively and the lights are vibrant
When the whistle blows and the workday's done
After the workday is complete
We gonna get the party started and have some fun
We are going to start the party and have fun
I'll meet you after midnight, baby, don't be late
Meet me after midnight and be prompt
Down around the corner at the Empire State
Nearby the Empire State Building
The kids are getting down up in the Bronx tonight
The youths are enjoying themselves in the Bronx tonight
Times Square is lit up like it's broad daylight
Times Square is brightly lit
They're kickin' out the jams down in ol' Bay Ridge
They are lively with music down in Bay Ridge
The joint is really jumpin' on the Brooklyn Bridge
The crowd is active on the Brooklyn Bridge
All the hippies boppin' down on Avenue A
The hippies are dancing on Avenue A
Put your red dress on, baby, we're on our way
Dress nicely, because we are leaving soon
New York, New York is rockin'
The city of New York is lively
Well Sinatra's singing 'bout those little town blues
Sinatra is singing about being homesick
Baryshnikov is putting on his blue suede shoes
Baryshnikov is dressing up
Bird is boppin' down on Fifty-Second Street
Charlie Parker is playing music on 52nd Street
The Ramones at CBGB's got 'em on their feet
The crowd is excited by The Ramones at CBGB's
Pavarotti's playing up at Carnegie Hall
Pavarotti is performing at Carnegie Hall
Yeah, everybody's swingin' and havin' a ball
Everyone is dancing and enjoying themselves
They really got it shakin' in Jamaica, Queens
Jamaica, Queens is lively
Wall Street is dressing up in old blue jeans
Wall Street is dressed casually
They're jumpin' at the Garden for the New York Knicks
Fans are passionate about the New York Knicks at the Garden
The Islanders and Rangers go their hockey sticks
The Islanders and Rangers are preparing for the game with their hockey sticks
The Bombers in the Bronx and the Mets at Shea
The Yankees play in the Bronx and the Mets play at Shea Stadium
Giants and Jets are up and ready to play
The Giants and Jets are prepared for their upcoming games
The Staten Island Ferry's rockin' all night long
The Staten Island Ferry is lively throughout the night
From Soho to Harlem hear 'em singing along
From Soho to Harlem, everyone is singing along
The boys are steppin' out down on Christopher Street
The men are dressing up and going out on Christopher Street
In Bed-Stuy they're rockin' to a new jack beat
In Bedford-Stuyvesant they are dancing to a new music style
Well give our regards to ol' Broadway
Send our best wishes to Broadway
'Cause New York is rockin' and it's here to stay
Because New York is lively and will continue to be
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: NILE, STIGERS
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