Kings And Comrades is new reggae group, formed 2006 in Philadelphia, USA as… Read Full Bio ↴Kings And Comrades is new reggae group, formed 2006 in Philadelphia, USA as an acoustic duo. It has after 2010 grown to a melodic dub-influenced full regular reggae band with six members: Jeff McCaughey on vocals & guitar – Dennis Stolle on bass – Brandon Paster on keyboards, organ & vocals – Danny Serrano on drums, percussion & organs – Frank Rein on trombone – Rick Rein on trumpet. Their most played songs on Spotify is Tonight and Day and Night from the EP Hypnotized (2012), Guide and Protect from their EP On The Rise (2011), and You and I from their debut full length album Get Away (2015). Their debut album, "Get Away" also hit #7 on iTunes reggae charts.

Tonight
Kings and Comrades Lyrics

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Well everybody knows
Tonight, tonight, tonight, tonight
Is going to be the best night of our lives
Sittin' on a sidewalk, readin' the faces
Everybody's going to different places
All week long, I'm working for a paycheck that barely makes it
Livin' for a dream I've got to chase it
The beat goes on

Well everybody knows
Tonight, tonight, tonight, tonight
Is going to be the best night of our lives
Everybody knows
Tonight, tonight, tonight, tonight
Is going to be the best night of our lives
Take it in for a minute, yeah
Take it in
Come Monday morning,
I'm in a hurry I got a job and they think they own me
The same ole song.

Yeah, thank God it's Friday,
I get out early I got my friends and I got my money
The beat goes on

Well everybody knows
Tonight, tonight, tonight, tonight
Is going to be the best night of our lives
Everybody knows
Tonight, tonight, tonight, tonight
Is going to be the best night of our lives
Take it in for a minute, yeah
Take it in

It's Sunday morning, the sun is risin'
Look at the colors, they're mesmerizing,
The beat goes on, take it in for a minute yeah

Everybody knows
Tonight, tonight, tonight, tonight
Is going to be the best night of our lives
Everybody knows
Tonight, tonight, tonight, tonight
Is going to be the best night of our lives
Everybody knows
Tonight, tonight, tonight, tonight
Is going to be the best night of our lives
Everybody knows

Tonight, tonight, tonight, tonight
Is going to be the best night of our lives

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Kings and Comrades's "Tonight" are about living for the moment and enjoying life, particularly on a Friday and Saturday when people have the freedom to let loose after a long workweek. The song acknowledges the struggles of working hard for a paycheck that barely covers basic expenses, and the monotony that comes with the daily grind. However, despite the challenges of life, the song encourages the listener to embrace the present and appreciate the little things that make it all worthwhile. The repetition of "tonight" throughout the song emphasizes the anticipation and excitement of enjoying a carefree night with friends and loved ones.

The chorus makes it clear that "tonight" will be incredible, and everyone knows it. The song encourages people to take a moment to appreciate the beauty of life, from the colors of a sunrise on a peaceful Sunday morning to the energy of a bustling Friday night. The message is simple yet powerful: no matter how hard life may be, there is always something to enjoy and look forward to. The song ends on a hopeful note, with the repetition of "tonight" suggesting that there will always be another chance to experience a night full of fun and adventure.

Line by Line Meaning

Well everybody knows
It is common knowledge that

Tonight, tonight, tonight, tonight
This evening, or right now, is the moment we've been waiting for. Let's celebrate!

Is going to be the best night of our lives
We should all take advantage of the opportunity and live life to the fullest tonight.

Sittin' on a sidewalk, readin' the faces
We're surrounded by people on the move, and each face tells a unique story.

Everybody's going to different places
Everyone has different goals and destinations.

All week long, I'm working for a paycheck that barely makes it
I'm struggling to make ends meet, working to survive.

Livin' for a dream I've got to chase it
I have a dream that motivates me, and I must continue to pursue it.

The beat goes on
Life continues regardless of our struggles and hardships.

Take it in for a minute, yeah
Let's pause to appreciate and cherish this moment for what it is.

Come Monday morning, I'm in a hurry I got a job and they think they own me
I'm enslaved by my job and the never-ending cycle of work and routine.

The same ole song
It's the same routine over and over again, seemingly without end.

Yeah, thank God it's Friday, I get out early I got my friends and I got my money
Finally, the weekend! Time to have fun with loved ones and enjoy the fruits of our labor.

It's Sunday morning, the sun is risin'
A new day is starting with the promise of new opportunities and adventures.

Look at the colors, they're mesmerizing
The beauty of nature is awe-inspiring and has the power to captivate us.

Everybody knows
It's a universally understood concept.

Is going to be the best night of our lives
We should cherish and enjoy every moment we have because life is unpredictable.

Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: ANDY CORTES, DYLAN ALTMAN, MARSHALL ALTMAN

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