Founded in 2005 as an acoustic effort, The Leo Project has not so much foun… Read Full Bio ↴Founded in 2005 as an acoustic effort, The Leo Project has not so much found its niche as created one. Front man Tyler Lyon is joined by his cousin Lance Bennett on percussion and Sean Hamel on bass. Together they developed a sound and stage show that left acoustic in the dust but retained the musicality synonymous with that genre, becoming electric in every sense of the word. In 2007, the band’s search for the perfect complement to their already bold and virtuosic ensemble was completed by the addition of guitarist Creighton Bibbs. Exploring the Metal edge of Rock with searing instrumentals, the combined vocal talents of all four members gives The Leo Project a mature lyric and harmonic presence.

From their combined talents and influences The Leo Project distills a unique sound. On first listen, one will detect the eclectic elements of such diverse artists as Pantera, Phil Collins, ZZ Top and Van Halen but ultimately the aural experience will be all The Leo Project. All of this is packaged in an intense live show that offers the audience an event unlike any other. Touring relentlessly in support of their debut album “The Burning” they have established a reputation as one of the premiere acts in the Midwest. The Leo Project is sought after by a variety of venues that promise their patrons the ultimate concert experience. Fans and industry professionals alike have been impressed when The Leo Project shares the stage with performers like Breaking Benjamin, Chevelle, 3 Days Grace, Seether, Slipknot, Sevendust, Godsmack, Rob Zombie, Shinedown, As I Lay Dying, Unearth, 36 Crazyfists, Hinder, Powerman 5000, Bobaflex, Hypnogaja, and many more.

Early 2009 will see the release of The Leo Project’s much-anticipated second album. Studio work has been completed in collaboration with producer Fred Archambault (deftones, Avenged Sevenfold). This album showcases the bands special blend of soulful vocals, blistering guitars and pyrotechnic percussion while capturing the energetic yet intimate connection to the audience that is the hallmark of their live performances. Now on the indie label Burning Scissors Records, this is only the beginning for The Leo Project.

Tonight
The Leo Project Lyrics

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it's been a really really messed up week
Seven days of torture, seven days of bitter
And my girlfriend went and cheated on me
She's a California dime but it's time for me to quit her

La la la, whatever
La la la, it doesn't matter
La la la, oh well

La la laa, we're going at it tonight

Tonight, there's a party on the rooftop top of the world
Tonight, tonight, and we're dancing on the edge of the Hollywood sign
I don't know if I'll make it
but watch how good I'll fake it
It's all right, all right, tonight, tonight

I woke up with a strange tattoo
Not sure how I got it, not a dollar in my pocket
And it kinda looks just like you
Mixed with Zach Galifianakis

La la la, whatever
La la la, it doesn't matter
La la la, oh well
La la laa, we're going at it tonight

Tonight, there's a party on the rooftop top of the world,
Tonight, tonight, and we're dancing on the edge of the Hollywood sign
I don't know if I'll make it, but watch how good I'll fake it
It's all right, all right, tonight, tonight.

You got me singing like woahhh (come on)
Ohh (it doesn't matter)
Woahhh (everybody now)
Ohh

Just don't stop lets keep the beat pumpin'
Keep the beat up, lets drop the beat down
It's my party, dance if I want to
We can get crazy, let it all out

It's you and me and were runnin' this town
And it's me and you and were shakin' the ground
And aint nobody gonna tell us to go cause this is our show

Everybody, woahhh (come on)
Ohh (all you animals)
Woahhh (let me hear you now)
Ohh

Tonight, tonight, there's a party on the rooftop top of the world,
Tonight, tonight, and we're dancing on the edge of the Hollywood sign
I don't know if I'll make it, but watch how good I'll fake it
It's all right, all right, tonight, tonight.

Just don't stop lets keep the beat pumpin'
Keep the beat up, lets drop the beat down
It's my party, dance if I want to
We can get crazy, let it all out

Just singing like woahhh (come on)
Ohh (all you party people)

Woahhh (all you singletons)
Ohh

Overall Meaning

The opening lyrics of The Leo Project's song Tonight set the tone for the rest of the piece. The singer has had a terrible week and has been tortured by his girlfriend cheating on him. He refers to her as a "California dime," which means she is attractive and from California, but he is ready to end the relationship. The repetition of "La la la" after each line adds to the feeling of indifference towards the situation, as if the singer is trying to convince himself that it doesn't matter.

However, the song takes a positive turn as the singer describes a party on the rooftop of the world, dancing on the edge of the Hollywood sign. He admits he's not sure if he'll make it, but he'll fake it, ultimately concluding that it's all right, and tonight is the night to let loose and forget about his problems. The final verse includes a call to action for everyone to join in the party and let go of their worries for the night.

Line by Line Meaning

it's been a really really messed up week
Seven days of torture, seven days of bitter

And my girlfriend went and cheated on me
My supposedly 'perfect' girlfriend did the unforgivable thing

La la la, whatever
I don't care, it's whatever

La la la, it doesn't matter
Doesn't matter, I won't let it ruin my night

La la la, oh well
Meh, what can you do?

La la laa, we're going at it tonight
I'm going to party hard tonight!

Tonight, there's a party on the rooftop top of the world
There's an epic celebration happening tonight up high above everything else!

Tonight, tonight, and we're dancing on the edge of the Hollywood sign
So let's dance and make ourselves visible against the iconic Hollywood sign below us!

I don't know if I'll make it
I'm not so sure I can weather this whole ordeal but...

but watch how good I'll fake it
...I'll fake my enthusiasm!

It's all right, all right, tonight, tonight.
Everything will be fine, and I'll have the time of my life tonight!

I woke up with strange tattoo
I woke up with a tattoo that I don't recall getting

Not sure how I got it, not a dollar in my pocket
I'm broke, and I'm clueless about how I got that tattoo

And it kinda looks just like you
For some weird reason, that tattoo is reminiscent of you, a mix of you and Zach Galifianakis

You got me singing like woahhh (come on)
You got me singing and hyping myself up

Just don't stop lets keep the beat pumpin'
Just keep the music going, keep the energy high

Keep the beat up, lets drop the beat down
We'll keep the tempo high but also bring it down to a cooler vibe

It's my party, dance if I want to
It's my party, and I'll dance however I want to!

We can get crazy, let it all out
So don't hold back, let's go crazy and have a wild time tonight!

It's you and me and were runnin' this town
Together, we're taking over this town!

And it's me and you and were shakin' the ground
Just the two of us, making the ground shake with our dancing!

And aint nobody gonna tell us to go cause this is our show
No one can stop us or try to tell us what to do, this is our night and we're the stars of the show!

Everybody, woahhh (come on)
Everyone, let's go!

Ohh (all you animals)
You party animals, let's get wild!

Woahhh (let me hear you now)
C'mon and join in, let me hear you roar!

Just singing like woahhh (come on)
Let's sing it out, let's go!

Ohh (all you party people)
All the fun-loving party people, let's do this!

Woahhh (all you singletons)
Even if you're single, let's have a good time together!

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