In the Still of the Night
The Five Satins Lyrics


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In the still of the night
I held you
Held you tight
'Cause I love
Love you so
Promise I'll never
Let you go
In the still of the night

I remember
That night in May
The stars were bright above
I'll hope and I'll pray
To keep
Your precious love
Well before the light
Hold me again
With all of your might
In the still of the night

So before the light
Hold me again
With all of your might

In the still of the night
In the still of the night

Overall Meaning

The Five Satins's song In the Still of the Nite is a timeless classic that has stood the test of time. The song is a love ballad that captures the essence of the night and the emotions that come with it. The opening line, "In the still of the night," immediately evokes a sense of quiet and calm, and sets the tone for a heartfelt confession from the singer to his lover. The song progresses with the singer professing his love for the woman and promising to never let her go. The second verse speaks of a specific memory, a night in May when the stars were bright above. The singer reflects on his hope and prayer to keep his lover's precious love, and his desire to be held tightly by her before the break of dawn.


The song's simple yet powerful lyrics have resonated with audiences for over six decades, making it a staple of slow dance numbers and romantic playlists. It is a beautiful expression of love and the passion that comes with it. The repetition of the opening line, "In the still of the night," serves as a refrain that brings the song full circle, reminding the listener of the calm and intimacy that comes with the night.


Line by Line Meaning

In the still of the night
During the quietness of the night


I held you
I embraced you


Held you tight
Embraced you with strength


'Cause I love
Because I am in love


Love you so
Have intense feelings of love for you


Promise I'll never
Make a vow to never


Let you go
Allow you to leave


I remember
Recall from my memory


That night in May
The particular night in the month of May


The stars were bright above
The stars shone luminously in the sky


I'll hope and I'll pray
I'll keep optimistic and ask God for a commitment


To keep
To hold on to


Your precious love
Your valuable affection


Well before the light
Long time prior to the daybreak


Hold me again
Embrace me one more time


With all of your might
With great force and effort


In the still of the night
During the quietness of the night


So before the light
Therefore, before daybreak


Hold me again
Embrace me one more time


With all of your might
With great force and effort


In the still of the night
During the quietness of the night




Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Fredericke Parris

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@margareta.halliseyq1777

Such good memories! I lived them!! I was 16 when this came out! Im now 82!

@AxxSir

Im 24 and love this song :)

@Greenday1994-t5t

I'm 39 and love this tune

@BobHairEnjoyer

I'm 18! Helps a-lot with the story I write!
A timeless classic.

@fleetcenturion

When my family would take long trips, the oldies station was the only thing we could all agree to listen to. Now, the "oldies" are all from the '80s and '90s. I miss the good ol' days!

@fredk9999

Same here

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@acesbet

I was born in 1935 when the 50’s music came out I was (15). I was given the chance to enjoy the movies of the 1940’s. Plus I got to live with the music of 50’s and on TV with American Bandstand. Oh what I Life I had. After I met the love of my life I enjoyed (61) with her until the Lord wanted her back. You do the Math. I am (88) but soon to be (89). Oh what a life we had together.

@katanne7382

What treasure you had and still do.

@Kate-gt2wo

What a good life you've had.
The older I get the more precious the memories become.

@Printzor

I am 31 and I envy you sir. I love this music and your story you shared. God bless you.

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