The Night
Heart Lyrics


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Let’s board up all the doors and shut everyone out
My mind is chaining me to thoughts I can’t escape
When everything is feeling like it will never last
I try and chase the scenes that make me feel at home
There’s no time to be so lonely
Turn up the lights
And let’s make some noise
Before we run out of time
Are you in or out give me a sign
This is our last night
When meeting you I knew I’d never be the same
A light breaks through the darkness when we open up
A weight is lifted when we accept what we can’t change
A suit of armor made of love and self control
There’s no time to be so lonely
Turn up the lights
And let’s make some noise
Before we run out of time
Are you in or out give me a sign
This is our last night
Turn up the lights
And let’s make some noise
Before we run out of time




Are you in or out give me a sign
This is our last night

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Heart’s song “The Night” convey a sense of urgency and desperation, with the singer feeling trapped by their own thoughts and seeking escape through connection with others. The idea of boarding up doors and shutting everyone out suggests a desire for isolation, but the repeated refrain of “turn up the lights” and “let’s make some noise” indicates a need for human connection and a desire to live fully in the present moment.


The lyric “my mind is chaining me to thoughts I can’t escape” speaks to the notion of being trapped in one’s own negative thought patterns, while “a weight is lifted when we accept what we can’t change” suggests the importance of acceptance and surrendering control. The idea of a “suit of armor made of love and self control” is a powerful image, representing the idea that self-worth and inner strength can protect us from the negative influences of the world.


Overall, the lyrics to “The Night” suggest a sense of urgency and a desire to engage fully with life, even as the singer acknowledges the fleeting nature of time. It is a call to action, encouraging listeners to make the most of the time we have and to seek connection with others in the face of life’s challenges.


Line by Line Meaning

Let’s board up all the doors and shut everyone out
I want to isolate myself from the outside world as my thoughts are consuming me and it’s overwhelming.


My mind is chaining me to thoughts I can’t escape
My thoughts are causing me to feel trapped and I can’t seem to get away from them.


When everything is feeling like it will never last
As everything around me feels like it’s fleeting, I want to hold on to what makes me feel secure.


I try and chase the scenes that make me feel at home
I try to find comfort in the familiar, in the things and memories that bring me a sense of home.


There’s no time to be so lonely
I need someone or something to fill this emptiness I’m feeling.


Turn up the lights
Let’s brighten the mood and bring some energy into the room.


And let’s make some noise
Let’s let loose and have some fun, be loud and free.


Before we run out of time
Let’s make the most of the time we have together and live in the moment.


Are you in or out give me a sign
I need to know if you’re on board with this, if you’re willing to have a good time with me.


This is our last night
This is our chance to make the most of the time we have together, to make memories that will last a lifetime.


When meeting you I knew I’d never be the same
From the moment I met you, I knew you would have a profound impact on my life.


A light breaks through the darkness when we open up
When we allow ourselves to be vulnerable and open up to each other, we create an emotional connection that brings light into our lives.


A weight is lifted when we accept what we can’t change
When we stop fighting against the things we cannot control, we free ourselves from the weight of our own expectations and find peace.


A suit of armor made of love and self control
Love and self-control are the tools I need to protect myself from the outside world and the thoughts that consume me.




Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Anthony Canal, David Camarena

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