She was given her Pixie nickname by her mother early on and it stuck. Lott began singing early, too, starting in church and earning a scholarship to London's Italia Conti Academy of the Arts at age 11. Two years later, she made the transition to West End musicals, appearing in a revival of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang and a BBC One production of The Sound of Music. All this was prelude to a run at the pop charts. Demos she cut made their way to Def Jam impresario L.A. Reid and he was eager to sign her to Island, but after a change of Lott's management she shifted to Mercury in the U.K. and Interscope in the U.S. Over the next couple of years, she worked on her debut and established her career by writing for other artists (most notably for Dutch X Factor winner Lisa Lois) and touring with the Saturdays. Finally, her debut single, "Mama Do (Uh Oh, Uh Oh)," appeared in June 2009 and it became a smash not only in the U.K. but throughout Europe. "Boys and Girls" was equally successful, setting the stage for release of Turn It Up in September of 2009. On its way to double-platinum certification in Britain, the third single "Cry Me Out" reached 12, "Gravity" peaked at 20, and the title track headed to 11.
In the wake of this success, Interscope planned on releasing Turn It Up in the U.S. but after "Boys and Girls" faded in 2010, the record never saw American release. A re-release of the debut called Turn It Up Louder did show up in the U.K., and it was a hit thanks to the single "Broken Arrow." Lott's second album, Young Foolish Happy, appeared in November 2011 and while it didn't replicate the success of her debut -- it only went gold -- it did have the number one single "All About Tonight" plus the Top Ten singles "What Do You Take Me For?" and "Kiss the Stars," which reached the charts in 2012. Lott spent most of 2013 working on a third album, a record that would take over a year to complete. Preceded by the number nine single "Nasty," the eponymous Pixie Lott appeared in the summer of 2014; it debuted at 15 on the U.K. charts. Later that year Lott appeared as a contestant on British TV show Strictly Come Dancing, and a greatest-hits album, Platinum Pixie, was set to appear in the fall.
All About Tonight
Pixie Lott Lyrics
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I got a new attitude, when I walk
'Cause I'm so over you
And it's all about tonight
I'm going out with the girls
Ready to show all the boys what I got
I'm letting go of the hurt
Yeah the night is alive
You can feel the heartbeat
Let's just go with the flow
We've been working all week
Tomorrow doesn't matter
When you're moving your feet
It's all about tonight
We'll be dancing and singing
And climbing up on the tables
We'll be rocking this party
So tell the DJ don't stop
Grab someone if you're single
Grab someone if you're not
It's all about tonight
And boy I'm not hanging on
'Cause I threw all your drama away
Had something good but it's gone
Yeah it's all about tonight
They got the music so loud
So I won't hear the phone if you call
And we're so over now
'Cause it's all about tonight
Yeah the night is alive
You can feel the heartbeat
Let's just go with the flow
We've been working all week
Tomorrow doesn't matter
When you're moving your feet
It's all about tonight
We'll be dancing and singing
And climbing up on the tables
We'll be rocking this party
So tell the DJ don't stop
Grab someone if you're single
Grab someone if you're not
It's all about tonight
Tonight, tonight, tonight
Tonight, tonight, tonight
Yeah the night is alive
You can feel the heartbeat
Let's just go with the flow
We've been working all week
Tomorrow doesn't matter
When you're moving your feet
It's all about tonight
We'll be dancing and singing
And climbing up on the tables
We'll be rocking this party
So tell the DJ don't stop
Grab someone if you're single
Grab someone if you're not
It's all about tonight
In Pixie Lott's song "All About Tonight," the singer showcases a newfound confidence and independence following a breakup. She declares that she's "so over" her ex and has a "new attitude." She puts on a new pair of shoes and heads out on the town with her girlfriends to enjoy the night. Nothing else matters, just the present moment and having a good time. The lyrics emphasize the liberation that comes from letting go of past hurt and living in the moment. The party atmosphere is infectious, and Lott encourages everyone to let loose and dance without worrying about tomorrow.
The song itself has an upbeat, dance-pop sound that reflects its lyrics. The heavy electronic beats and fast tempo make it impossible not to want to dance. The repetition of the phrase "it's all about tonight" reinforces the song's central message of living in the moment and enjoying life to the fullest.
Overall, "All About Tonight" is a fun, liberating song about moving on from the past and embracing the present moment. It encourages listeners to enjoy life and not worry about tomorrow. Its catchy beat and infectious lyrics make it the perfect party anthem.
Line by Line Meaning
I bought a new pair of shoes
I got myself something new to wear to feel fresh and confident
I got a new attitude, when I walk
I have a newfound confidence and positive outlook on life
'Cause I'm so over you
I have moved on from a past relationship and I am over it
And it's all about tonight
I am living in the moment and enjoying the present night
I'm going out with the girls
I am hanging out with my girlfriends for a night out
Ready to show all the boys what I got
I am confident and ready to strut my stuff in front of male attention
I'm letting go of the hurt
I am not dwelling on painful past experiences
'Cause it's all about tonight
I am focusing on the present and the fun that can be had tonight
Yeah the night is alive
The night is vibrant and exciting
You can feel the heartbeat
There is a pulsing excitement in the air
Let's just go with the flow
We should let ourselves have fun and not worry about control
We've been working all week
We have been busy with work for the whole week
Tomorrow doesn't matter
The future and responsibilities can wait as we enjoy tonight
When you're moving your feet
Dancing and enjoying ourselves is what matters in this moment
We'll be dancing and singing
We will have a great time dancing and singing at the party
And climbing up on the tables
We will be so wild and carefree that we may end up dancing on tables
We'll be rocking this party
We will bring great energy and excitement to the party
So tell the DJ don't stop
We want the great music and party vibe to continue
Grab someone if you're single
Single people should take advantage of the opportunity to potentially connect with someone
Grab someone if you're not
Those who are in relationships can still have fun dancing and spending time with their partner
It's all about tonight
Tonight is the only thing that matters, and we should make the most of it
And boy I'm not hanging on
I am letting go of any attachment to past relationships and issues
'Cause I threw all your drama away
I have gotten rid of any relationship drama that may have previously held me down
Had something good but it's gone
Although my past relationship may have been good, it is now over and I am moving on
Yeah it's all about tonight
I am choosing to focus on the fun of the present rather than dwelling on the past
They got the music so loud
The music at the party is very loud and exciting
So I won't hear the phone if you call
I am not worried about being interrupted by a phone call or other distractions
And we're so over now
The past relationship is finished and it's time to move on
'Cause it's all about tonight
The only thing that matters right now is making the most of the present night
Tonight, tonight, tonight
Tonight is the only thing that matters right now
Yeah the night is alive
The party is energized and full of fun
You can feel the heartbeat
The excitement and energy of the party can be felt by everyone there
Let's just go with the flow
We should focus on enjoying ourselves and not worry about anything else
We've been working all week
We have been busy all week with responsibilities and now is the time to let loose
Tomorrow doesn't matter
Tomorrow's responsibilities can wait til tomorrow; tonight is for having fun
When you're moving your feet
Dancing and enjoying ourselves is what matters in this moment
We'll be dancing and singing
We will release our energy through dancing and singing during the party
And climbing up on the tables
We will dance on the tables because we are not afraid to be wild and carefree
We'll be rocking this party
We will bring great energy and excitement to the party
So tell the DJ don't stop
We want the great music and party vibe to continue
Grab someone if you're single
Single people should take advantage of the opportunity to potentially connect with someone
Grab someone if you're not
Those who are in relationships can still have fun dancing and spending time with their partner
It's all about tonight
The present and the fun to be had tonight is what matters most
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: TEBEY OTTOH, TOMMY LEE JAMES, BRIAN KIDD
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@JR-vr6ri
The early 2010s had that EDM sound that I just can't get enough of now.
@casiesilverman
True!!
@mantistoboggan5171
I wish It'd just die. It's horrendous for musicians to hear.
@hafizh__iskandar
Imagine if Pixie Lott collaborated with Calvin Harris during period 2011-2013
@crsh2007
I was in a really bad marriage when this song came out, and I remember wishing I was at the point where I could actually LIVE the lyrics from this song. Now, YEARS later, I AM! I finally left and I’m FREE from all the abuse and drama 😌 This song was my goal for the future and I’ve reached it ☺️
@arixmoi
I just had to comment on this bc it made me smile. I am SO happy for you, girl! You made it! Don't ever let anyone steal your joy EVER again.
@ilamusicofficial
Never let this kinda music die out , it's so much better then today's music 🎶
@mantistoboggan5171
*than.
I hope this type of basic crap would've died out as soon as ot came out.
@PauloHowlett
For me it's today's music.
@jeffreyfryar3905
It is better than today’s music, I agree.