Big City Nights
Scorpions Lyrics


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When the daylight is falling down into the night
And the sharks try to cut a big piece out of life
It feels alright to go out to catch an outrageous thrill
But it's more like spinning wheels of fortune
Which never stand still

Big city, big city nights
You keep me burning
Big city, big city nights

When the sunlight is rising up in my eyes
And the long night has left me back at somebody's side
It feels alright for a long sweet minute like hours before
But it's more like looking out for something
I can't find anymore

Big city, big city nights
You keep me burning
Big city, big city nights
Always yearning

There is no dream
That you can't make true, if you're looking for love
But there's no girl
Who's burning the ice away from my heart
Maybe tonight!

Big city, big city nights
You keep me burning
Big city, big city nights
Always yearning

Big city, big city nights
You keep me burning




Big city, big city nights
Always yearning

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Scorpions' song "Big City Nights" is a reflection of the urban landscape and the experiences one may have while living in a major metropolitan area. The opening lines of the song introduce the fall of night and the predatory atmosphere of the city, with sharks representing those who take advantage of others. The singer then goes on to describe the thrill of going out in the city at night, with the spinning wheels of fortune representing the unpredictability and excitement of urban life. The chorus is a repetition of the song's title, emphasizing the allure of the "big city" and the impact it has on the singer.


The second verse describes the morning after a night out, with the relief of being alive and back in someone's arms. However, the singer confesses to feeling unfulfilled and yearning for something more. The bridge of the song introduces the theme of love, with the singer acknowledging that any dream can come true if one looks hard enough for love. The final verse is an echo of the chorus, with the singer still burning and yearning after the excitement of a big city night.


Overall, "Big City Nights" is a tribute to the pull of urban life, with its dangers, thrills, and opportunities. The lyrics are both a celebration and a warning, reminding us that the city can be both exhilarating and exhausting.


Line by Line Meaning

When the daylight is falling down into the night
As the sun sets and darkness envelopes the city


And the sharks try to cut a big piece out of life
Amidst the hustle and bustle of the city, everyone is trying to make it big


It feels alright to go out to catch an outrageous thrill
Despite the chaos, there's a sense of excitement in the air


But it's more like spinning wheels of fortune
However, luck doesn't always favor those in the city


Which never stand still
Things are constantly changing in the fast-paced city life


Big city, big city nights
Referring to the captivating and thrilling atmosphere of the city after dark


You keep me burning
The energy of the city makes one feel alive


When the sunlight is rising up in my eyes
As the sun rises and another day begins


And the long night has left me back at somebody's side
After a night out, returning to a companion's side


It feels alright for a long sweet minute like hours before
There's a temporary feeling of contentment and happiness


But it's more like looking out for something
Yet, there's a feeling of searching for something elusive and intangible


I can't find anymore
Something that was once present is now missing


Always yearning
There's a perpetual desire for something more


There is no dream
Anything is possible in the city


That you can't make true, if you're looking for love
The city has a way of bringing together people and fulfilling desires


But there's no girl
However, despite the possibilities, there's no one person who can melt the artist's heart


Who's burning the ice away from my heart
No one has been able to break through the artist's emotional barriers


Maybe tonight!
Perhaps tonight will be the night when everything changes




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: RUDOLF SCHENKER, KLAUS MEINE, HERMAN RAREBELL

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"Big City Nights"

When the daylight is falling down into the night
And the sharks try to cut a big piece out of life
It feels alright to go out to catch an outrageous thrill
But it's more like spinning wheels of fortune
Which never stand still

Big city, big city nights
You keep me burning
Big city, big city nights

When the sunlight is rising up in my eyes
And the long night has left me back at somebody's side
It feels alright for a long sweet minute like hours before
But it's more like looking out for something
I can't find anymore

Big city, big city nights
You keep me burning
Big city, big city nights
Always yearning

There is no dream
That you can't make true, if you're looking for love
But there's no girl
Who's burning the ice away from my heart
Maybe tonight!

Big city, big city nights
You keep me burning
Big city, big city nights
Always yearning
Big city, big city nights
You keep me burning
Big city, big city nights
Always yearning



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I was in Sea Bright, NJ at The Peninsula House beach club where part of this video was shot. The brunette shooting pool in the beginning of the video took me upstairs to meet the band, and they couldn’t have been any cooler. They took pictures, signed autographs and drank beer and let me hang for an hour like I was one of the guys (even though I was merely a 17 year old fan). Some of the best guys and best memories of my life.

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