Created by "Fat" Larry James (drummer / vocalist) in 1977; band members included Art Capehart, Doug Jones, Jimmy Lee, Ted Cohen, Darryl Grant, Larry La Bes, and Erskine Williams. They had two moderate hits in the UK: "Center City" and "Boogie Town". The band's biggest hits:
Act Like You Know
Zoom which managed to make number two in the UK singles chart in October 1982
"Fat" Larry James (born on 2 August 1949, in Philadelphia), died on 5 December 1987, thus sealing the band's fate.
Party After Midnight
Fat Larry's Band Lyrics
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Till we all get on down till the early light
We're gonna party after midnight
Till we all get on down till the early light
It's 12 o'clock and the party is just begining
We just are off and we came in till on dawn
(till on dawn)
Come on everybody get up let's go!
(let's go)
We're gonna party after midnight
Till we all get on down till the early light
We're gonna party after midnight
Till we all get on down till the early light
The girls are hot the way they look is so appealing
Jammin' on the floor and they're feelin' good
(feeling good)
We ain't got stop till we see the sun is shining
You can't stop to boogie, baby, although
(although)
We're gonna party after midnight
Till we all get on down till the early light
We're gonna party after midnight
Till we all get on down till the early light
When you'd imagine with your partner
You will feel so happy when you hear the music, music
If you really wanna party
Come with me to boogie town
Get on down, down
Everybody get on down
Dance to the music
Hey, everybody get on down
Everyone could do it
Everyone get on and get on down
Say we're gonna party after midnight
Till we all get on down till the early light
We're gonna party after midnight
Till we all get on down till the early light
After midnight you can party
Everybody, body, body
We got get on up
If you want to get down
Party down
You can do it
Get on down
Nothing to let
Party down
Move your body
Get on down...
The song “Party After Midnight” by Fat Larry's Band is an upbeat disco song that encourages listeners to let loose and have fun at a party. The lyrics convey an exciting atmosphere as the party-goers dance until the early hours of dawn. The repetition of the phrase “We’re gonna party after midnight” emphasizes the anticipation of continuing the festivities after midnight. The lyrics focus on the importance of music, dancing, and good vibes at a party. The second verse highlights the beauty of the women at the party, as they dance and have a good time. The bridge of the song emphasizes the power of the music, amplifying how it makes everyone in the party feel happy and free. Lastly, the song has a catchy chorus that uplifts the energy in the party and creates a grooving beat that everyone can dance to.
The song, “Party After Midnight” was released in 1982, and was named after the band’s lead singer, Fat Larry James. The song became an instant hit and one of Fat Larry’s Bands signature tunes. The song’s popularity continued throughout the 80s and has since been sampled and covered by several artists, including rapper Kool G Rap and singer T-Spoon.
Line by Line Meaning
We're gonna party after midnight
We plan to continue partying beyond midnight
Till we all get on down till the early light
Until the early morning when everyone is dancing and having a great time
It's 12 o'clock and the party is just begining
The party has just begun and it is already midnight
We just are off and we came in till on dawn
We will be dancing until the early morning
I just can't wait to the music starts to playing
I'm excited to start dancing when the music begins
Come on everybody get up let's go!
Get up and join us in dancing!
The girls are hot the way they look is so appealing
The women at the party are attractive and look good
Jammin' on the floor and they're feelin' good
Everyone is dancing and having a good time
We ain't got stop till we see the sun is shining
We won't stop dancing until the sun comes up
You can't stop to boogie, baby, although
Don't stop dancing even though you may be tired
When you'd imagine with your partner
When you dance with your partner
You will feel so happy when you hear the music, music
You will feel happy when you hear the music
If you really wanna party
If you truly want to party
Come with me to boogie town
Join us in dancing and having a good time
Get on down, down
Start dancing and get into the groove
Everybody get on down
Everyone should start dancing
Dance to the music
Start dancing to the music
Hey, everybody get on down
Everyone should join in and dance
Everyone could do it
Anyone can dance and have a good time
Say we're gonna party after midnight
We have plans to party all night long
When you'd imagine with your partner
When you dance with your partner
Till we all get on down till the early light
Until everyone dances until the early morning
After midnight you can party
The party continues after midnight
Everybody, body, body
Everyone is dancing and having a good time
We got get on up
We need to get up and start dancing
If you want to get down
If you want to start dancing
Party down
Let's all party
You can do it
Anyone can dance and have a good time
Move your body
Start moving your body to the music
Get on down
Start dancing and have fun
Nothing to let
Don't hold back, let loose and have fun
Writer(s): Arthur F. Austin, Larry E. James, Doris James, Anthony Boyd Middleton, Lawrence Taylor
Contributed by Joshua P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.