Kenneth Clark Loggins (born January 7, 1948 in Everett, WA) is an American … Read Full Bio ↴Kenneth Clark Loggins (born January 7, 1948 in Everett, WA) is an American singer-songwriter and guitarist. His early songwriting compositions were recorded with the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band in 1970, which led to seven albums, performing as the group Loggins and Messina from 1972 to 1977. As a solo artist, Loggins experienced a string of soundtrack successes, including an Academy Award nomination for "Footloose" in 1984. His early soundtrack contributions date back to the film A Star Is Born in 1976, and for much of the 1980s and 1990s, he was known as "The Soundtrack King". 'Finally Home' was released in 2013, shortly after Loggins formed the group Blue Sky Riders with Gary Burr and Georgia Middleman.

Loggins was born in Everett, Washington and is the youngest of three brothers. His mother was Lina (née Massie), a homemaker, and his father, Robert George Loggins, was a salesman. They lived in Detroit and Seattle before settling in Alhambra, California. Loggins attended San Gabriel Mission High School, graduating in 1966. He formed a band called the Second Helping that released three singles during 1968 and 1969 on Viva Records. Greg Shaw described the efforts as "excellent punky folk-pop records" that were written by Loggins who was likely to be the bandleader and singer as well; Shaw included "Let Me In" on both Highs in the Mid-Sixties, Volume 2 and the Pebbles, Volume 9 CD.

Loggins had a short gig playing guitar for the New Improved Electric Prunes in 1969 before writing four songs for the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, which were included in their Uncle Charlie & His Dog Teddy album. During his early twenties, he was part of the band Gator Creek with Mike Deasy. An early version of "Danny's Song" (later recorded by Loggins and Messina and a No. 7 Hot 100 hit for Anne Murray in 1973) was included in a record on Mercury Records.

Loggins appears in the 2013 video game Grand Theft Auto V playing himself as the host of an in-game radio station called Los Santos Rock Radio. He also lends the songs "Danger Zone" and "I'm Free (Heaven Helps the Man)", and sings station jingles.

In 2014, Loggins appeared as himself in the episode "Baby Shower" of the fifth season of the animated comedy series Archer. His song "Danger Zone" had been a recurring joke in the show. At the end of the episode and during the credits, Loggins also performs a country version of "Danger Zone" as a duet with the character of Cherlene. Loggins stated in a later interview that his in-show nickname 'K-Log' is a complete creation of the show, stating, "It was always a joke. That's why it works, because it's so absurd.

Goodnight
Kenny Loggins Lyrics

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Now it's time to say good night
Good night, sleep tight
Now the sun turns out its light
Good night, sleep tight
Dream sweet dreams for me
Dream sweet dreams for you

Close your eyes and I'll close mine

Good night, sleep tight
Now the moon begins to shine
Good night, sleep tight
Dream sweet dreams for me (Dream sweet dreams for me)
Dream sweet dreams for you (Dream sweet dreams for you)

Close your eyes and I'll close mine
Good night, sleep tight
Now the sun turns out his light
Good night, sleep tight
Dream sweet dreams for me (Dream sweet dreams for me)
Dream sweet dreams for you (Dream sweet dreams for you)
Dream sweet dreams for me (Dream sweet dreams for me)
Dream sweet dreams for you (Dream sweet dreams for you)
Dream sweet dreams for me (Dream sweet dreams for me)
Dream sweet dreams for you (Dream sweet dreams for you)
Dream sweet dreams for me (Dream sweet dreams for me)
Dream sweet dreams for you (Dream sweet dreams for you)

Spoken:
Good night

Overall Meaning

The song "Goodnight" by Kenny Loggins is a lullaby that aims to soothe children at bedtime. The lyrics convey a message of warmth, comfort, and love. The song is a message of hope that the person singing wants their loved one to have sweet dreams as they close their eyes, fall asleep and leave for dreamland. The singer is taking responsibility for their loved one's dreams, making a promise to them that they will have sweet dreams. The repetition of the phrase "Dream sweet dreams for me, Dream sweet dreams for you" reinforces the message of caring and empathy. The song begins by saying Goodnight and advising to sleep tight, and it ends with the same message, reassuring the listener that they will be watched over and cared for even as they sleep.

The simplicity of the lyrics and melody makes the song universally appealing. It has become a go-to choice for parents singing their kids to sleep, and for people looking for a relaxing song to listen to before bed. The song has a timeless quality to it that has allowed it to become a classic. The soft melody, gentle guitar, and lullaby-style singing combine to create a soothing, calming atmosphere that is perfect for bedtime. Kenny Loggins's voice adds a tender and compassionate quality to the lyrics, making the message of the song even more significant.

Line by Line Meaning

Now it's time to say good night
The day is over and it's time to go to sleep.

Good night, sleep tight
Wishing a good and peaceful night's sleep.

Now the sun turns out its light
The day is ending and the sun is setting.

Dream sweet dreams for me
Hope that the listener has pleasant dreams while asleep.

Dream sweet dreams for you
Wishing the same for the listener, too.

Close your eyes and I'll close mine
Encouragement for the listener to close their eyes and relax before sleep.

Now the moon begins to shine
As the sun sets, the moon rises and illuminates the night sky.

Now the sun turns out his light
Another reminder that the day has ended and it's nighttime.

Dream sweet dreams for me (Dream sweet dreams for me)
Repeating the wish for good dreams to the listener.

Dream sweet dreams for you (Dream sweet dreams for you)
Repeating the wish for the listener to have positive dreams.

Spoken: Good night
A final goodnight message to the listener.