All Night Long
Lionel Richie; The Commodores Lyrics
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Raise the roof and have some fun
Throw away the work to be done
Let the music play on
Everybody sing, everybody dance
Lose yourself in wild romance, we going to
Parti', karamu', fiesta, forever
Come on and sing along
Come on and sing along
All night long (all night), all night (all night)
All night long (all night), all night (all night)
All night long (all night), all night (all night)
All night long (all night), ooh yeah (all night)
People dancing all in the street
See the rhythm all in their feet
Life is good, wild and sweet
Let the music play on
Feel it in your heart and feel it in your soul
Let the music take control, we going to
Parti', liming, fiesta, forever
Come on and sing my song
All night long (all night) oh (all night)
All night long (all night) yeah (all night)
All night long (all night) yeah (all night)
All night long (all night) (all night)
Yeah, once you get started you can't sit down
Come join the fun, it's a merry-go-round
Everyone's dancing their troubles away
Come join our party, see how we play
Tom bo li de say de moi ya, yeah, jumbo jumbo
Way to parti' o we goin' oh, jambali
Tom bo li de say de moi ya, yeah, jumbo jumbo
Ooh yes
We're gonna have a party, yeah, ugh
All night long (all night), all night (all night)
All night long (all night), all night (all night)
All night long (all night), all night (all night)
All night long (all night)
Everyone you meet (all night)
They're jamming in the street (all night)
All night long (all night)
Yeah, I said, everyone you meet (all night, all night)
They're jamming in the street (all night)
All night long (all night)
Feel good, feel good (all night)
(All night)
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The lyrics to "All Night Long" by Lionel Richie and the Commodores are about having a good time and letting loose. The song describes a party where people are dancing in the streets and feeling the rhythm in their feet. The chorus repeats the phrase "all night long" to emphasize the idea that the party will continue throughout the night. The verses contain phrases such as "raise the roof," "lose yourself in wild romance," and "let the music take control," which encourage the listener to let go of their inhibitions and enjoy the moment.
The song is a celebration of life and music, showing that they can bring people together and create moments of joy and happiness. The lyrics also suggest a sense of unity and inclusiveness, with the phrases "everybody sing, everybody dance" and "come on and sing along" bringing the listener into the party atmosphere. The use of different languages in the lyrics, including Swahili and Portuguese, adds to this idea of diversity and inclusiveness.
Overall, "All Night Long" is a fun, upbeat song that encourages the listener to let go of their worries and join in the celebration of life and music.
Line by Line Meaning
Well, my friends, the time has come
We have waited for this moment for so long, and now it is finally here.
Raise the roof and have some fun
Let's make some noise and enjoy ourselves beyond measure.
Throw away the work to be done
Forget about everything else and focus on the present moment.
Let the music play on
The music is our guide, and we shall follow it wherever it leads us.
Everybody sing, everybody dance
Let's all join in, and together we can create something unforgettable.
Lose yourself in wild romance, we going to
Get lost in the moment and let your heart guide you towards love and happiness.
Parti', karamu', fiesta, forever
We're not just here for a single night; this will be an everlasting memory for all of us.
Come on and sing along
Don't be shy, let your voice be heard, and be a part of this beautiful moment.
People dancing all in the street
The music is so infectious even the walls can't contain it, and people have to dance outside.
See the rhythm all in their feet
Even people who don't know how to dance are feeling the rhythm and can't help but move their feet.
Life is good, wild and sweet
Life is full of surprises, and we never know what we may get, but tonight it is good, wild, and sweet.
Feel it in your heart and feel it in your soul
Let this experience touch your heart and soul, and you will never forget it.
Parti', liming, fiesta, forever
The party will go on forever, and we will be celebrating every moment of it.
Come on and sing my song
Listen to my song, and let the melody soak into your heart.
Yeah, once you get started you can't sit down
Once you start dancing, you can't stop; it's too good to miss a single beat.
Come join the fun, it's a merry-go-round
The party is like a merry-go-round, and once you hop on, you can't get off; the fun never stops.
Everyone's dancing their troubles away
No matter what problems they may have, everyone is finding joy and happiness on the dance floor.
Tom bo li de say de moi ya, yeah, jumbo jumbo
The music is so good that the words don't even matter; just let the rhythm flow through you.
Way to parti' o we goin' oh, jambali
We're going to party hard; it's time to celebrate and lose ourselves in the music.
Everyone you meet (all night)
From the moment you set foot in this party, you will be surrounded by people who know how to have fun.
They're jamming in the street (all night)
People are so into the music that they can't help but dance, even outside in the street.
Feel good, feel good (all night)
The vibes are so positive and energetic that you can't help but feel good all night long.
All night long (all night)
This party is not stopping anytime soon, and we will be having fun all night long.
All night(long), all night (all night)
Repetition of the phrase represents how long the party is going to last.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: LIONEL RICHIE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@ionpavlidis5978
Here's the thing. People in the 80s didn't really listen to songs from the 40s. But here we are, 40 years later and these songs are still popular and loved across the world. The 80s were special man. Special and real.
@gokulkrishnathavarayil8110
Yeah but one reason is the fact that these are readily available now on the internet unlike in that decade
@Millwallwise
My era, born halfway through the 60s🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
@oldbeatpete
they were UN real, but Stoopid & fun, 'specially.😅
@moondogg007
Well it’s way more easier now to listen to old music decades ago not so easy in the 80s
@Korokukanas
Sorry Lionel is better than lots of stuff from the 40's!
I have had like 5 tequilla shots and this is the Sh*t!!! Right now lol !!! Lionel Richie Rocks lmao!!!
@helenelouises
2024 here! My favorite song of all time! Feels so good to be 18 and love 80's music 😍🤩🥳
@willritter4076
I'd be honored if some Lionel Richie fans would take a listen to my low-fi acoustic piano & vocal performances of SAIL ON by the Commodores and SEPTEMBER by Earth Wind & Fire on my YT in tribute to the late 70s legends. Live acoustic with no autotune. Peace and keep on grooving in the '020s.
@arielgrushka
Jeez... the world seemed much brighter and carefree back then 😪
@LuisPerez-gx2jn
No it was the same as today only that social media wasnt invented yet and the cancer app Called tik tok