Just for Tonight
Groove Armada Lyrics


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Thought I told you
To memorize all the traces
This only comes once in a life
I could never be so true
And be here with you
I'm gon' give it a try

Just for tonight
Feels good
Just for tonight

Wanna help you
To leave behind all the faces
It's just you and me tonight
We could only be the fruit
I'll stay here with you
I'm gon' give it a try

Just for tonight
Just for tonight




Feels good, hey yeah
Just for tonight

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Groove Armada's song "Just for Tonight" speak of a fleeting moment of passion between two people. The first verse tells us that the singer has instructed their partner to commit every detail of this precious encounter to memory, as it is a rare occurrence that will never come again. The singer expresses a desire to be completely true to their partner and to give themselves over to the moment, even though they are not sure they can. The chorus reinforces the transience of the situation; the singer urges their partner to enjoy the moment, and suggests that this momentary pleasure is enough to justify the actions they are about to undertake.


The second verse continues to build on the theme of the present moment's importance. The singer assures their partner that they are the only ones that matter, and that their connection is all-encompassing. The singer is again hesitant, but ultimately decides to give in to the moment and be there with their partner. The chorus repeats twice more, reinforcing the idea that this moment is fleeting, but that it is worth living for.


In summary, "Just for Tonight" is a song about seizing the moment and enjoying the pleasure it offers, even if it is transitory. The lyrics suggest a deep intimacy between the two people involved, and an acknowledgement that this moment is all that matters.


Line by Line Meaning

Thought I told you
I previously instructed you


To memorize all the traces
To remember every detail


This only comes once in a life
This opportunity is rare and unique


I could never be so true
I am incapable of being any more truthful


And be here with you
And yet, here I am with you


I'm gon' give it a try
I am going to make an effort


Just for tonight
Just for this fleeting moment in time


Feels good
It is satisfying and enjoyable


Wanna help you
I want to assist you


To leave behind all the faces
To forget about all the other people around us


It's just you and me tonight
It's only the two of us for now


We could only be the fruit
We can fully indulge in the moment


I'll stay here with you
I will remain here by your side


Just for tonight
Just for the duration of the night


Feels good, hey yeah
It feels great, yep


Just for tonight
Just for tonight




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ANDREW COCUP, TOM FINDLAY, NICK LITTLEMORE, JESSICA LARABEE

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Comments from YouTube:

@argie2874

This song brings so many memories. Time flies but good music takes you back to the exact emotion ,feeling that you had. Keeps the memory alive

@themist7450

One of the most beautiful songs ever written

@melatonin244

Listen to lovers rock by TV girl, u gon change ya mind so fast

@Morllekai

The whole Album is perfection... but yeah its a hidden gem

@stelioskoukoousianos2543

THIS AND PARIS ARETHE GREATEST!!!!

@faerielilith1980

I’ve been listening to this song since 2011 and I still love it. It came on in a department store I was working at. I used Shazam to find out who it was. Seems like yesterday

@juancortes1588

ésta es una de mis canciones favoritas de la vida, no sé cómo dí con ella pero lo agradezco infinitamente. Desde México buena vibra a todos!

@TheGruesomeFoursome

i've been listening to black light and white light on a daily basis for the past 4 or 5 months and it still sounds fresh. Now, that's amazing to me. 

@Piotrus31492

TheGruesomeFoursome for me it feels fresh every single time for the past 5 years. with my own criteria for good music, that is is absolutely exceptional.

@giottomkd

they still do, 7 years after you left your comment. i hope live has treated you well in this time

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