Their best known tunes include "Our Lips Our Sealed", "Vacation", and "We Got The Beat" among others. Their trend-setting debut album, 'Beauty and the Beat', didn't just reach #1 after its 1981 release but is also considered one of the cornerstone albums of American new wave. In the beginning, they played primarily what was known as 'pop punk', and they then made their sound more sunny and romantic, having later associated themselves with the distinct sound of 80s pop rock. The Go-Go's had five Top 40 hits in their heyday.
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In addition, there was a group from Newcastle in the U.K. known as "The Go-Go's" in the 60s. That artist is known for their 1964 novelty Christmas single, titled "I'm Gonna Spend My Christmas With A Dalek", which referenced the budding 'Doctor Who' craze. Like the later U.S. band of the same name, the group's name was a reference to go-go dancing.
Tonite
The Go-Go's Lyrics
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The billboards are shedding their light
And my crowd's hanging around
Tonite
There's a charge in the air
It's kind of electric out there
And we're all out on the town
Action - gonna track it down
Gonna turn some heads
Tonite
There's nothing
There's no one
To stand in our way
Get dressed up
And messed up
Blow our cares away
Our mind's set on seeing
This night through 'til day
We rule the streets tonite
Until the morning (light)
The boulevard's crowded and loud
It's time for excitement right now
There's no better world to be found
If there was
We'd give it all for
For a lifetime like
Tonite
The lyrics to The Go-Go's's song Tonite express the feeling of being young and free in the city at night. The first lines describe the bright lights of the city, with the streetlights and billboards shining. The singer's group of friends is hanging around, ready for a night on the town. The chorus expresses the feeling of excitement and anticipation in the air, with the group eager for action and ready to turn heads. The lyrics convey a sense of liberation, with no one and nothing standing in their way. The verses also describe the crowded and loud boulevard, and how there's no better place to be than in the midst of the action.
The song has a youthful energy that celebrates the idea of living in the moment and enjoying the simple pleasures of life. It encourages listeners to let loose and have fun, and to live life to the fullest. The chorus asserts that the group rules the streets tonight until the morning light, indicating that they are in control and that time is theirs to enjoy.
Overall, Tonite is a catchy and upbeat song that captures the youthful spirit of the 80s. It's a fun and positive anthem that encourages listeners to let go of their worries and enjoy the moment.
Line by Line Meaning
The street lights are shining bright
The lighting on the street is brilliant and it's the beginning of the night.
The billboards are shedding their light
Even the billboards are lit up tonight, hankering for attention and approval.
And my crowd's hanging around
The singer's companions are nearby, and they're waiting for some excitement.
Tonite
Everything is happening tonight.
There's a charge in the air
There's an electric energy pulsating all over the place.
It's kind of electric out there
The singer is describing how it feels like the air is charged with electricity.
And we're all out on the town
Everyone is out and about in the city, hoping to have some fun.
Action, gonna track it down
They're looking for something to do, so let's get to it and have some enjoyment.
Gonna turn some heads
They want to do something daring enough to have people talking about it tomorrow.
Tonite
Everything is happening tonight.
There's nothing
There isn't anything standing in our way of dreaming.
There's no one
Nobody can stop us from having a blast; we're free to explore our possibilities.
To stand in our way
We won't allow anything or anyone to interfere with our night's enjoyment.
Get dressed up
It's time to put on something fancy that makes them feel extra special.
And messed up
They're expecting to get a little wild tonight, let loose and forget all their troubles.
Blow our cares away
They are hoping to leave behind all their pain and worries and enjoy the freedom of living for the moment.
Our mind's set on seeing
They are determined to pursue something thrilling tonight: One unforgettable experience.
This night through till day
The group will stay out all night until the sunrise because they don’t want this party to end.
We rule the streets tonite
The group is the center of attention, and they command authority in the city tonight.
Until the morning (light)
They will continue to party until the beginning of a new day.
The boulevard's crowded and loud
The main avenue is full of people having fun and being noisey.
It's time for excitement right now
It's the right time to give in to excitement and have a memorable night.
There's no better world to be found
They're confident that there isn't a better place to be than this city during this time and moment.
If there was
If any better world or city existed right now,
We'd give it all for
They'd give everything up for the chance to live a lifetime like tonite's party.
For a lifetime like
A lifetime such as this lively party.
Tonite
Everything is happening tonight.
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