The Wild Dogs emerged in the nwobhm at the same time Metallica, Slayer, Met… Read Full Bio ↴The Wild Dogs emerged in the nwobhm at the same time Metallica, Slayer, Metal Church, Iron Maiden, and Saxon came onto the scene. Signed to Shrapnel Records, they possessed drummer Deen Castronovo who has recorded with Ozzy Osbourne and Journey, and guitarist Jeff Mark who styles himself after Eddie Van Halen and Uli John Roth of the Scorpions.and was varney's first real discovery long before the neo classical invasion he is a truly unique and innovative guitarist who if comparison HAS to be made i would say along the lines of alex lifeson in thoery and originality and Uli roth for the speedy riffs this album was composed by Deen Castronovo and Jeff utilizing the world class drumming that prior releases did not contain. a drummers handbook of riffs and the notuion that drummers too can write songs! and in an efort to be different this album definitely is nopt a puppy mill speed metal album. however if you are a fan of racer x , or theother vocal based groups of this genre youll notice a few similarities on the production. Dr Mastermind was also released at this time. 16 months later Deenwas picked up by tony macalpine and shortly thereafter began his long career with neal schon, and became a member of supergroup Journey

The Tonight Show
Wild Dogs Lyrics

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You got your tickets and you're waiting for the show
the lights are tested with 1000 watts they glow
no no no i can't take it
no no no i can't take it
the room goes silent as the people start to scream
you see me up there and you realize your dream

i got it, you'll get it go so long that ya can't forget it

give up give in
youll never lose cuz you're gonna win
tonite! the night! tonite!
gonna put on a show
tonite! the night! tonite
never gona let you go

no no no i can't take it
no no no i can't take it

the crowd is going but you do not want to leave
please remember these words are to believe

i got it
youll get it
go so long that you cant forget it
give up give in your not gonna lose
cuz we're gonna win

tonite! the night! tonite!
gonna put on a show

tonite! the night! tonite
never gona let you go

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of the song "The Tonight Show" by Wild Dogs are about the excitement and anticipation of performing in front of a live audience. The first verse describes the audience eagerly waiting for the show to begin, while the second verse describes the performer's perspective as they prepare to take the stage.

The chorus emphasizes the idea that the performer is determined to put on a great show and win over the audience. The words "give up give in / you'll never lose cuz you're gonna win" suggest that the performer is confident in their abilities and that they will do whatever it takes to succeed.

Throughout the song, there is a sense of energy and excitement that builds as the performance approaches. The repeated phrase "no no no i can't take it" conveys the overwhelming emotions that come with being on stage in front of a live audience.

Line by Line Meaning

You got your tickets and you're waiting for the show
You have obtained your tickets and are ready to watch the performance

the lights are tested with 1000 watts they glow
The brightness of the lights is being tested, they shine with 1000 watts

no no no i can't take it
Experiencing immense excitement and anticipation

the room goes silent as the people start to scream
The room becomes quiet as the audience starts shouting in excitement

you see me up there and you realize your dream
The audience sees the performer on stage and starts to live their own dream

i got it, you'll get it go so long that ya can't forget it
The performer is confident that the audience will enjoy the show and remember it for a long time

give up give in youll never lose cuz you're gonna win
By fully immersing themselves in the experience, the audience will not feel as if they have lost anything, as they are destined to win

tonite! the night! tonite! gonna put on a show
Tonight is the night where the performance will be given in full force

tonite! the night! tonite never gona let you go
The performer will not let the audience become disinterested, as they are keeping them engaged and entertained

the crowd is going but you do not want to leave
The audience is experiencing intense enthusiasm and do not want the show to end

please remember these words are to believe
The performer encourages the audience to remember and believe the words spoken in the performance

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