Patty Griffin (born Patricia Jean Griffin on March 16, 1964, in Old Town, M… Read Full Bio ↴Patty Griffin (born Patricia Jean Griffin on March 16, 1964, in Old Town, Maine) is an American Grammy-winning singer, songwriter, and musician. Known for her stripped-down songwriting style centered around the folk music genre, her songs have been covered by a host of musicians including Emmylou Harris, Ellis Paul, Rory Block, and the Dixie Chicks. In 2007, she was the recipient of the Americana Music Association's "Artist of the Year" award and her album, Children Running Through, won for "Best Album". In 2011, her album Downtown Church won the Grammy Award for Best Traditional Gospel Album.

After a short marriage which ended in 1992, Griffin began playing in Boston coffee houses and was scouted by A&M Records who signed Griffin on the strength of her demo tape. This resulted in her debut album Living With Ghosts -- a set of demos featuring only Ms. Griffin and her guitar -- which garnered critical acclaim in 1996. Her sophomore album, Flaming Red, demonstrated a more rocking, full-band sound. The ill-fated Silver Bell album was never released by her record label, however, and the label terminated her recording contract shortly after that. Many of the songs from Silver Bell were re-recorded for subsequent albums.

After switching to ATO Records Griffin brought out three albums in rapid succession: 1000 Kisses and Impossible Dream, which were both nominated for Grammy awards, and A Kiss in Time, a well-received live album. In March 2007, she released Children Running Through to great critical acclaim.

She has penned a wide variety of songs - Long Ride Home, Top of the World, Tony, Forgiveness, Chief, Mad Mission--that touch her listeners deeply. A number of high profile artists have covered Patty's songs, including the Dixie Chicks, Bette Midler, Emmylou Harris, The Wreckers, Solomon Burke and pop star Kelly Clarkson; these have brought her exposure in the more mainstream pop and country worlds outside of folk music circles. Upon hearing Solomon Burke's cover of one of her tunes, she said she almost didn't feel worthy of singing it anymore.

Following her collaboration with Mavis Staples on a tune for a compilation album Peter York, suggested Griffin make an album of gospel songs. Griffin agreed on the condition that Buddy Miller, a friend and bandmate, produced the record. Downtown Church was recorded at the Downtown Presbyterian Church in Nashville with a 2010 release date. The album features long-time friends Buddy and Julie Miller, as well as Shawn Colvin and Emmylou Harris. It also includes songs by Hank Williams, Willie Mae "Big Mama" Thornton, and "All Creatures of Our God and King," a song accredited to St. Francis of Assisi.

Griffin featured on Robert Plant's solo album, Band of Joy, which was released in September 2010

Griffin's album American Kid was released on May 7, 2013

08 Tomorrow Night
Patty Griffin Lyrics

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Tomorrow night will you remember what you said tonight
Tomorrow night will all the thrill be gone
Tomorrow night will it be just another memory
Or just another song that's in my heart to linger on

Your lips are so tender, your heart is beating fast
And you willingly surrender to me, but darling will it last
Tomorrow night will you be with me when the moon is bright

Tomorrow night will you say those lovely things you said tonight

Your lips are so tender, your heart is beating fast
And you willingly surrender to me, but darling will it last

Tomorrow night will you be with me when the moon is bright
Tomorrow night will you say those lovely things you said tonight

Overall Meaning

Patty Griffin's "Tomorrow Night" suggests a bittersweet reflection on a current romantic encounter. The song opens with the singer pondering if her partner will remember the things he said that night. Throughout the song, there is a sense of uncertainty about what the future will hold. The singer wonders if the thrill will be gone, and if their romantic memory will become "just another song." Despite this tension, there is a clear warmth and tenderness in the singer's words, as they describe their partner's "tender lips" and fast-beating heart.

One possible interpretation of this song is that it speaks to the fleeting nature of romantic experiences. While the singer is clearly caught up in the moment, they are also aware of the uncertain future. They seem to realize that the passion of tonight may not be able to sustain them in the long run. The song's gentle melody and Griffin's emotive voice lend an additional layer of poignancy to the lyrics.

Overall, "Tomorrow Night" is a beautiful and introspective song that offers an honest exploration of the complexities of love and desire.

Line by Line Meaning

Tomorrow night will you remember what you said tonight
Will you still remember the promises that you've made after the night has passed?

Tomorrow night will all the thrill be gone
Will the excitement of tonight fade away by tomorrow night?

Tomorrow night will it be just another memory
Will tonight end up being just a distant memory by tomorrow night?

Or just another song that's in my heart to linger on
Will tonight's memories stay in my mind like an unforgettable song?

Your lips are so tender, your heart is beating fast
You seem so in love and sincere with your sweet kisses and racing heart.

And you willingly surrender to me, but darling will it last
You give yourself freely to me, but I wonder if this love will survive the test of time.

Tomorrow night will you be with me when the moon is bright
Will you still hold me in your arms and be faithful when the moon shines bright tomorrow night?

Tomorrow night will you say those lovely things you said tonight
Will you still declare your undying love and say sweet words to me like you did tonight?

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: VINCENT CRANE

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