Tonight
Kutless Lyrics


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I hear the voice
Of thousands
All gathered here
Are they just a noise
Soon lost in air
Or is there more
Is there more
You lift your hands up high
Reaching to the sky
Is there a reason
Can, can you tell me why
Or is there more
Is there more

So let me ask you
Can't you feel the music
All around you
Flashing lights
But love can fill your mind
Can't you feel the sounds
Of love flow through you
We're praising Him tonight

Can't you feel the music
All around you
Flashing lights
But love can fill your mind
Can't you feel the sounds
Of love flow through you
We're praising Him tonight

Some say that
It's, it's not right
For us to praise
On, on this type of night
Tonight there's more
There's more

So let me ask you
Can't you feel the music
All around you
Flashing lights
But love can fill your mind
Can't you feel the sounds




Of love flow through you
We're praising Him tonight

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Kutless's song Tonight explores the concept of worship and the emotions associated with it. The first verses of the song refer to a gathering of thousands whose voices rise up in unison, and questions whether this gathering is just noise or if it holds deeper meaning. The singer then prompts the audience to raise their hands and asks if there's a reason for their actions or if there's something more than just ritualistic motions.


It's only in the chorus that a clear message is conveyed. The lights, sounds, and music all hint at the joyous emotion of love, which is filling the minds of those gathered. Love is portrayed as an all-surrounding force that flows through everyone present, uniting and enhancing the worship experience. Despite any voices of doubt or exclusion, the singer believes that tonight is a special night, and there is more to praise than what is seen on the surface.


Overall, the song expresses the idea that worship is about more than just an outward performance. It's about connecting to a higher power and allowing oneself to be filled with love, which creates a unique moment of transcendent joy and unity.


Line by Line Meaning

I hear the voice
I am listening to the voices of thousands of people gathered here.


Of thousands
I can hear the voices of so many people gathered here, all singing and praising together.


All gathered here
Everyone is here together in one place singing and praising together.


Are they just a noise
Is their singing and praising just background noise, or does it mean something more?


Soon lost in air
Will the sounds of their singing and praising be forgotten and disappear into the air?


Or is there more
Could this gathering and the sounds of praise have greater significance and meaning?


You lift your hands up high
I see you raising your hands in praise to the sky above.


Reaching to the sky
Your hand gestures are reaching out to the heavens, a sign of your faith and devotion.


Is there a reason
Do you have a specific reason or intention for lifting your hands up high in praise?


Can, can you tell me why
Can you explain to me the reason for your worship and praise?


So let me ask you
I am asking you now, as we stand together in worship.


Can't you feel the music
Can you experience and feel the power of the music that surrounds you?


All around you
The music is present everywhere around you, enveloping you in its sound.


Flashing lights
The lights and visual effects add to the overall atmosphere of the worship service.


But love can fill your mind
Amidst the sounds and sights of the worship service, let the love of God fill your heart and mind.


Can't you feel the sounds
Do you sense the power and meaning behind the sounds of worship and praise?


Of love flow through you
Let the love of God permeate and flow through you as you praise and worship.


We're praising Him tonight
Together, as a community of faith, we are lifting our voices in praise and worship to God.


Some say that
There are those who argue that it is not appropriate to praise and worship in this way.


It's, it's not right
They believe that the worship service should not include certain elements, like music and visual effects.


For us to praise
They do not see any value in praising and worshiping in this way.


On, on this type of night
On a night like tonight, they do not think it is appropriate to worship in this way.


Tonight there's more
Despite what others may say, there is more to this worship service than just music and visual effects.




Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: FIONA SHEREE KERNAGHAN

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