In the late 70s, he and his childhood friend Steve George founded the band Pages (most notable for "I Do Believe In You") in Phoenix, Arizona. The outfit Mr. Mister sprang out of that project 1982. The two continued to apply their tight harmonies to background vocals on albums by successful pop artists like Laura Branigan while working on their own material as well. About the time when the first Mr. Mister album, titled 'I Wear the Face', came out in early 1984, Page was offered the chance to replace Bobby Kimball as lead singer of Toto. He even was also later offered Peter Cetera's place in the jazz rock outfit Chicago.
Page refused both offers, confident in Mr. Mister's potential. The single "Hunters of the Night" managed to become a near-hit, reaching the #57 slot on the Billboard Hot 100, and the new wave fueled album had brought them with producer Peter McIan, who had been behind releases by Dear Enemy and Men at Work. Still, the line-up of Page, George, Pat Mastelotto, and Steve Farris failed to reach a mass audience as the album just didn't sell that well.
Mr. Mister's second album, 1985's 'Welcome To The Real World', featured emotive lyrics from Page's cousin John Lang and became the breakthrough that the guys had been hoping for. The group had three top 10 singles, two of which even coming #1 hits on the U.S. pop charts. The band's compelling ballad "Broken Wings" had become a part of the national pop consciousness, particularly serving as a sort of 'signature song' for the outfit. In those days of widespread success, they toured with legendary diva Tina Turner, for whom their song "Stand And Deliver" was written. This song eventually appeared on Mr. Mister's third album, titled 'Go On', which the band said contined "some of the best stuff we ever did".
With expectations sky-high for the band, the guys planned on taking a more mature approach lyrically, standing up against the notorious materialism and celebration of greed during that decade, and the album had a sound that hinted at progressive rock. Nevertheless, 'Go On' failed to achieve commercial success, and the band members found themselves getting lost in the 80s pop/rock shuffle. Guitarist Steve Farris left around 1989, which seemed to spell the beginning of the end for the group. Still, the band began working on a fourth album, called 'Pull', with session guitarists. Dropped by their label before that work could be released, the band decided to break up for good.
That album remained unreleased for something like two decades, although one track ("Waiting In My Dreams") later appeared on a popular greatest hits collection. The release in its entirely finally surfaced in 2010 on the indie label Little Dume Recordings, a company project of Richard Page's that had also published solo efforts by him such as 'Peculiar Life'. After the band's split, Page continued to work as a composer (for example, he co-authored Madonna's 1994 Golden Globe nominated song "I'll Remember") and as a background singer for several artists. Page additionally produced a solo album, called 'Shelter Me', in 1996 that featured guest appearances by all his former band-mates.
Steve Farris has toured with Whitesnake and also recorded songs with artists such as Tori Amos and 4 Non Blondes. Pat Mastelotto has played with groups such as King Crimson and XTC. Steve George served as musical director for American singer-songwriter Kenny Loggins until 1997, also having toured with the star Jewel. Finally, John Lang became a part of the alternative rock group Djinn (not to be confused with the DJ of the same name and other artists), an obscure band that gained some interest when they produced their 1998 album 'All-Time'.
Hunters of the Night
Mr. Mister Lyrics
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She's in his sights
She's a lonely little dancer, out to find a daring new romance
The girl takes a chance
[Chorus]
They're hunters of the night, find their love where they might
We're all hunters of the night
She can see her lonely stranger, standing in the cold street corner light
There in the night
She can feel his arms surround her, wanting this embrace to never end
Still once again
[Chorus]
Ohhh-ohhh, we're all hunters of the night
See the lean and hungry hunter, standing in the cold street corner light
There in the night
She can feel his arms surround her, wanting this embrace to never end
Still once again
[Chorus]
We are hunters, we all hunt the night, findin' love wherever they might
We're all hunters, we're hunters of the night
Ohhh-ohhh, we're all hunters of the night
Ohhh-ohhh, we're all hunters of the night
Ohhh, we hunt the night, we hunt the night, we hunt the night... [Repeat until fade]
The lyrics of Mr. Mister's song "Hunters of the Night" portray a scene of two individuals who are on the hunt for love in the dark streets of the night. The first verse introduces the male protagonist as a "lean and hungry hunter" who is out on the streets, with a fire burning bright. He has his sights set on the female protagonist, a "lonely little dancer" who is looking for a new romance. Despite this, the girl takes a chance on this mysterious stranger. The chorus then emphasizes that we're all hunters of the night looking for love.
The second verse describes how the female protagonist sees the male protagonist in the cold street corner light, and she can feel his arms around her as they embrace. They both want this moment to never end, yet it appears to be an ongoing cycle. Finally, the song ends with a repetition of the chorus highlighting that we're all hunters of the night on a quest for love.
Overall, the song carries a romantic and adventurous tone where individuals go out of their way to find love. The lyrics, along with the upbeat music, create a sense of longing and thrill, portraying that the night is filled with endless possibilities.
Line by Line Meaning
He's a lean and hungry hunter, on the street tonight the fire's bright
There's a passionate individual who is desperate to find someone to love, regardless of the obstacles he may face.
She's in his sights
He's identified a woman who he is interested in pursuing romantically and is keeping a watchful eye on her.
She's a lonely little dancer, out to find a daring new romance
The woman is in search of a relationship that is more thrilling and exciting than what she has experienced thus far.
The girl takes a chance
Despite potential risks or uncertainties, the woman is willing to pursue a new relationship opportunity.
They're hunters of the night, find their love where they might
The song's protagonists are referred to as hunters of the night, in that they search for love and romance in unconventional situations or locations.
We're all hunters of the night
The chorus repeats the notion that the search for romance is, for many people, an activity that is most fruitful or rewarding after standard working hours have passed, when the social scene takes on a more bohemian or nocturnal vibe.
She can see her lonely stranger, standing in the cold street corner light
The woman observes a man that she thinks might be a suitable romantic prospect, despite the fact that he appears to be isolated or potentially aloof.
There in the night
The refrain 'there in the night' serves to emphasize that the events described are happening after dark, when social norms and limits are lessened or eliminated entirely.
She can feel his arms surround her, wanting this embrace to never end
The woman is swept up in an embrace with the man she previously observed, and finds herself quite happy to be held close -- to the point that she wishes it could last forever.
Still once again
The fact that the woman finds herself in such a situation despite not having expected it is emphasized in this line.
We are hunters, we all hunt the night, findin' love wherever they might
The chorus repeats its assertion that many people find satisfaction in seeking out romantic opportunities at night, and that the search may take unexpected forms.
Ohhh-ohhh, we're all hunters of the night
The song underscores the notion that, for many people, evenings are a time to come alive and engage with others in unconventional or non-traditional ways.
Ohhh, we hunt the night, we hunt the night, we hunt the night...
The repetition of this line enforces the notion that the search for romance can take many different forms, and for many reasons.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: GEORGE GHIZ, JOHN ROSS LANG, RICHARD JAMES PAGE, STEVEN PARK GEORGE
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Jason Farrer
I can't believe I had never heard of this song. Glad to have found it
Daz Ronch
One of my favourite bands of the 80s great music and great song.
THE ROCK AND ROLL BOWERY 🎸
This song really takes me back to some pretty incredible days!
ram64man
Yeah the era where actual music was performed instead of mimed or composed with a computer
Jose Avila
What a beautiful song.
fabyjade
Can't get enough of that song!
Joseph Glover
This song is so amazing.
blossom 🌸
I love the 80's music.... beautiful song. 🤗👌💃🎶🎶🎶🎵
Melbert Glidmer
Underrated song.
E Tregurtha
Agreed. Very much so