We Got Tonight
Kenny Rogers And Sheena Easton Lyrics


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I know it's late, I know you're weary
I know your plans don't include me
Still here we are, both of us lonely
Longing for shelter from all that we see
Why should we worry, no one will care girl
Look at the stars so far away
We've got tonight, who needs tomorrow?
We've got tonight babe
Why don't you stay?

Deep in my soul I've been so lonely
All of my hopes fading away
I've longed for love like everyone else does
I know I'll keep searching even after today
So there it is girl, I've said it all now
And here we are babe, what do you say?
We've got tonight, who needs tomorrow?
We've got tonight babe
Why don't you stay?

I know it's late, I know you're weary
I know your plans don't include me
Still here we are, both of us lonely
Both of us lonely

We've got tonight, who needs tomorrow?
Let's make it last, let's find a way
Turn out the light, come take my hand now
We've got tonight babe




Why don't you stay?
Why don't you stay?

Overall Meaning

The song "We've Got Tonight" by Kenny Rogers and Sheena Easton tells the story of two lonely people who come together for one night to find comfort in each other's company. Despite knowing that their affair is fleeting and that it will not lead to anything long-lasting, the couple decides to enjoy the moment and forget about the future. Both of them are weary from the vicissitudes of life, and they seek solace in each other's company.


The song's lyrics expertly capture the raw emotion and vulnerability of the two characters. They acknowledge their loneliness and desperation, and, in a moment of honesty, confess their innermost feelings to each other. The lyrics convey the message that it is better to love and lose than never to have loved at all, a sentiment that is as relevant today as it was when the song was released. The use of metaphors and imagery such as stars, shelter, and fading hopes adds to the emotional depth of the song, making it poignant and relatable.


Line by Line Meaning

I know it's late, I know you're weary
I understand that it's late and you must be tired


I know your plans don't include me
I am aware that you never thought of me as part of your plans


Still here we are, both of us lonely
Despite it all, we find ourselves alone and looking for someone to keep us company


Longing for shelter from all that we see
In this harsh world, we desire comfort and respite


Why should we worry, no one will care girl
Why should we let others' opinions bother us when no one will take care of us like we can?


Look at the stars so far away
Let's forget about our worries and gaze at the beauty of the distant stars


We've got tonight, who needs tomorrow?
We have the present moment, and that's all that matters. The future can wait


Deep in my soul I've been so lonely
I've been feeling a deep and profound loneliness that gnaws at my being


All of my hopes fading away
Despite my efforts, my dreams and aspirations are slowly losing their glow


I've longed for love like everyone else does
Just like anyone else, I yearn for someone to love and share my life with


I know I'll keep searching even after today
I'm committed to keep seeking that special someone, even if it takes a while


So there it is girl, I've said it all now
I've opened up and shared my innermost feelings and thoughts with you


And here we are babe, what do you say?
I'm curious to know what you think, now that I've spilled my heart out to you


We've got tonight, who needs tomorrow?
Let's make the most of tonight and not worry about what's ahead


Let's make it last, let's find a way
Let's cherish this moment and try to make it endure


Turn out the light, come take my hand now
Let's set the mood and hold hands in the darkness


We've got tonight babe
We have each other for now, and that's all that matters


Why don't you stay?
Won't you spend the night with me, and make it a night to remember?




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Bob Seger

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@iaracrippafazzini6195

I know it's late, I know you're weary
I know your plans don't include me
Still here we are, both of us lonely
Longing for shelter from all that we see

Why should we worry? No one will care, girl
Look at the stars above, so far away
We've got tonight, who needs tomorrow?
We've got tonight, babe
Why don't you stay?

Deep in my soul I've been so lonely
All of my hopes fading away
I've longed for love like everyone else does
I know I'll keep searching after today

So there it is, girl, we've got it all now
(And here we are, babe, what do you say?)
We've got tonight, who needs tomorrow?
We've got tonight, babe
Why don't you stay?

I know it's late and I know you're weary
I know your plans don't include me
(Still here we are) both of us lonely
Both of us lonely

We've got tonight (who needs tomorrow?)
Let's make it last (let's find a way)
Turn off the light (oh, come take my hand now)
We've got tonight, babe
Why don't we stay?
We've got tonight, babe
Why don't we stay?



All comments from YouTube:

@shoutout.kokain8713

The world is such a messed up place now. I want to go back.

@SpiritusMundi4EVER

💯💯💯

@MrPdeps

Life ain't easy. Keep moving.

@christysbutterfly1612

Same.. We just have to hold onto the memories of how wonderful it was and hope for a better tomorrow 😢❤

@SpiritusMundi4EVER

I don't know if this brings you any comfort, but keep this holy verse close to your heart:
"Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come." - 2 Corinthians 5:17

@hmk8996

Sheena’s voice is otherworldly

@countrymusic650

Whoever’s reading this I pray you are happy and become extremely successful! GOD bless you all

@fanfanders3564

God Bless You & the same for you & all, too.

@rosegraham9315

Thank you

@vishnugovender6691

God bless you and your family

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