Although the King's Singers are almost exclusively acappella in their live performances, they sometimes use one or two musical instruments to provide minimal accompaniment in their studio recordings.
Night and Day
The King's Singers Lyrics
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It's been a hard day's night, I should be sleeping like a log
But when I get home to you I find the things that you do
Will make me feel alright
You know I work all day to get you money to buy you things
And it's worth it just to hear you say you're going to give me everything
So why on earth should I moan, 'cause when I get you alone
When I'm home everything seems to be right
When I'm home feeling you holding me tight, tight
It's been a hard day's night, and I been working like a dog
It's been a hard day's night, I should be sleeping like a log
But when I get home to you I find the things that you do
Will make me feel alright, ow
So why on earth should I moan, 'cause when I get you alone
You know I feel OK
When I'm home everything seems to be right
When I'm home feeling you holding me tight, tight
It's been a hard day's night, and I been working like a dog
It's been a hard day's night, I should be sleeping like a log
But when I get home to you I find the things that you do
Will make me feel alright
You know I feel alright
You know I feel alright
The lyrics to The King's Singers' version of Night and Day, written by Cole Porter, are actually from The Beatles' song "A Hard Day's Night". The song is essentially about the idea that even though the singer has had a really tough day at work, he can find solace and comfort when he gets home to his partner. The lyrics highlight the importance of having someone by your side who can make everything feel alright, despite the hardships of daily life.
The repetition of the phrase "it's been a hard day's night" emphasizes just how challenging the day has been, and the reference to "working like a dog" suggests that the singer has been working really hard, perhaps even to the point of exhaustion. However, the arrival home provides a personal and emotional release, where the stress of work and the grind of daily life pale in comparison to the comfort, support, and love of being with his partner.
The song, despite its simple structure and message, speaks to a universal truth and is relatable on many levels. The sense of relief that comes from being in the company of someone special is a feeling that most of us can relate to when we've had a tough day or experienced great emotional turmoil. In the end, the song is a reminder that with the right person by your side, the hardships of the world can be overcome.
Line by Line Meaning
It's been a hard day's night, and I been working like a dog
I have had a long and tiring day and have been working tirelessly.
It's been a hard day's night, I should be sleeping like a log
Given the amount of effort I have put in, I should rest soundly at night.
But when I get home to you I find the things that you do
Will make me feel alright
However, when I come back to you, the love and affection you show towards me makes all the hardships worth it.
You know I work all day to get you money to buy you things
I work tirelessly during the day to provide the things you want and need in life.
And it's worth it just to hear you say you're going to give me everything
Hearing you promise to give me everything I want makes it all worthwhile.
So why on earth should I moan, 'cause when I get you alone
You know I feel OK
Therefore, I have no reason to complain because when it's just the two of us, everything feels okay.
When I'm home everything seems to be right
Being home with you makes everything feel perfect.
When I'm home feeling you holding me tight, tight
Feeling your loving embrace when I'm at home is a feeling like no other.
It's been a hard day's night, and I been working like a dog
I have had a long and tiring day and have been working tirelessly.
It's been a hard day's night, I should be sleeping like a log
Given the amount of effort I have put in, I should rest soundly at night.
But when I get home to you I find the things that you do
Will make me feel alright, ow
However, when I come back to you, the love and affection you show towards me makes all the hardships worth it.
So why on earth should I moan, 'cause when I get you alone
You know I feel OK
Therefore, I have no reason to complain because when it's just the two of us, everything feels okay.
When I'm home everything seems to be right
Being home with you makes everything feel perfect.
When I'm home feeling you holding me tight, tight
Feeling your loving embrace when I'm at home is a feeling like no other.
It's been a hard day's night, and I been working like a dog
I have had a long and tiring day and have been working tirelessly.
It's been a hard day's night, I should be sleeping like a log
Given the amount of effort I have put in, I should rest soundly at night.
But when I get home to you I find the things that you do
Will make me feel alright
However, when I come back to you, the love and affection you show towards me makes all the hardships worth it.
You know I feel alright
Being with you, I feel alright.
Lyrics Β© Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: John Lennon, Paul McCartney
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FictionWriter95
I love how you can tell how much Jonathan absolutely adores singing this by the giant smile on his face pretty much the whole time
Mark Ford
Magnificent !!! those magical harmonies are perfectly balanced. It is wonderful to see how talented each incarnation certainly is.
Alexandra Colmant
Fabulous musicianship, impeccable taste...they make the song SING!!
M 2
A real joy !!! Thank you so much !!!
Ethan Mullen
Pat is an amazing addition, he blends so well.
Nathan Corbett
Ethan Mullen I also like the newer tenor as well.
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Noya Ben Tsrooya
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Twyla Gauthreaux
Terrific arrangement. Terrific song, terrific group.
Ayla Cristina
I love this song!