Discography:
• Yeah Yeah Yeahs (EP) (2002)
• Fever to Tell (2003)
• Show Your Bones (2006)
• It's Blitz! (2009)
• Mosquito (2013)
• Cool It Down (2022)
Date With the Night
Yeah Yeah Yeahs Lyrics
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Burnin' down my finger
Gonna catch the kids dry
Gonna walk on water
Buyin' out the fight
We're sweatin' in the winter
Both thighs squeeze tight
Choke, choke, choke, choke
Choke, choke, choke, choke
Choke, choke, choke, choke
Don't tell me to fix her
Don't tell me to fix her
Well, just take a bite
No hangin' no picture
Flyin' out my sight
Droppin' brides at the altar
Well both thighs squeeze tight
Choke, choke, choke, choke
Choke, choke, choke, choke
Choke, choke, choke, choke
Choke, choke, choke, choke
I'll set you, I'll set off
I'll set you, I'll set off
I'll set you, I'll set it off
I'll set you, I'll set it off (uh-huh)
I'll set you, I'll set it off
I'll set you, I'll set it off
I'll set you, I'll set it off
I'll set you, I'll set it off (uh, uh)
Buyin' out the fight
Gon' walk on water
Gonna catch the kids dry
Gonna bend my finger
Well flyin' out my sight
We're sweatin' in the winter
Well both thighs squeeze tight
Both thighs squeeze tight (uh)
The song "Date With the Night" by Yeah Yeah Yeahs is an energetic, fast-paced track that speaks to the thrill of a night out on the town. The lyrics paint a picture of someone who is ready to let loose and have some fun, no matter what the cost. They begin by announcing their "date with the night," a reference to their plans to go out and party until the sun comes up.
As the song progresses, the lyrics become more and more frenzied, with the singer declaring that they are "burnin' down my finger" and "gonna catch the kids dry." These lines suggest that they are lighting something on fire, perhaps a cigarette or a joint, and that they are determined to have a good time no matter what. They also declare that they are "buyin' out the fight," which could be interpreted as them trying to win others over to their side or simply trying to dominate the conversation.
The chorus of the song sees the singer repeating the phrase "choke, choke, choke" in a frenzied, almost manic way. This could be interpreted as a reference to the feeling of being overwhelmed by the excitement of the night, or it could simply be an expression of their desire to let loose and have a good time.
Overall, the lyrics to "Date With the Night" are somewhat cryptic and open to interpretation, but they definitely convey a sense of reckless abandon and a desire to live life to the fullest.
Line by Line Meaning
I got a date with the night
I am going out tonight to have some fun and experience the night life
Burnin' down my finger
I am smoking a cigarette so fast that it burns my fingers
Gonna catch the kids dry
I plan to party so hard that I will exhaust my companions and be the last one standing
Gonna walk on water
I feel invincible and powerful like I can do anything, even walk on water
Buyin' out the fight
I am not afraid of conflict and ready to face anyone who challenges me
We're sweatin' in the winter
Despite it being cold, we are so energetic and active that we are sweating
Both thighs squeeze tight
I am pumped with adrenaline and excitement to the point that my thighs are shaking with anticipation
Choke, choke, choke, choke
I am so fired up and ready to act that I am almost choking on my own energy
Don't tell me to fix her
I am my own person and cannot be controlled or told what to do by anyone else, especially regarding other people
Well, just take a bite
I am living in the moment and enjoying every experience without overthinking the consequences
No hangin' no picture
I am not concerned with establishing a permanent legacy or image for myself
Flyin' out my sight
I am moving so fast and impulsively that things are starting to blur and disappear from my field of vision
Droppin' brides at the altar
I am so wild and unpredictable that even potential partners may not be able to keep up with my lifestyle
I'll set you, I'll set off
I am a thrill-seeker who enjoys getting others excited and involved in my adventures
I'll set it off
I will initiate and start the party or excitement in any situation
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Brian Chase, Nicholas Zinner, Karen Lee Orzolek
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Lyrcs
I got a date with the night
Burnin' down my finger
Gonna catch the kids dry
Gonna walk on water
Buyin' out the fight
We're sweatin' in the winter
Gonna catch ya squeeze tight
Chow chow chow chow chow chow chow chow chow chow...
Don't tell me to fix her
Don't tell me to fix her
Just take a bite
No hangin' no picture
Flyin' out my sight
Droppin' brides at the altar
Gonna find ya squeeze tight
Chow chow chow chow chow chow chow chow chow chow...
I'll set you I'll set it off
I'll set you I'll set it off
I'll set you I'll set it off off
I'll set you I'll set it off
I'll set you I'll set it off
I'll set you I'll set it off
I'll set you I'll set it off off off
Buyin' out the fight
Gonna walk on water
Gonna catch the kids dry
Gonna bend my finger
Flyin' out my sight
We're sweatin' in the winter
Gonna grab squeeze tight
Gonna grab squeeze tight
Regina Morales
This song is never gonna get old.
Noel White
Eight years after yr comment and it still isn't old.
Anatomychant
It's 2022 and this song is still new.
from the MOON RACCOON
20 years on (it was released in 2003) and heard it in the Hanna TV series. A most excellent tune.
Jim Wilson
2023 and it still sounds like it's from the future
Huston Mann
I still remember the first time I heard this song and saw the video. I was like, “ what is this magic, who are these guys?!” The combination of savage sexuality, punk rock, art and ( seemingly) extinct musical originality, blew my consciousness into higher dimensions! The Yeah Yeah Yeahs are truly one of those bands that have altered the course of indie music! Much like Black Flag, nirvana, Death Van for Cutie, they have shown other aspiring musicians and artists to say “ screw-it, let’s form a band!” I love them forever! 🫡😘👽😁👍
Peter Darker
Death van for cutie hahaha
Huston Mann
Oopsie😬 ( though I think maybe a good band name would be Life Van For Ugly!)😆
CatWithTwoHeads
absolutely one of the most talented groups of all time
extraordinarioman
Para mi su mejor rola de la banda, tiene muchas y muy buenas, solo que esta captura todo, la irreverencia de esta mujer, la guitarra con un riff bueno y efecto sencillo pero genial, la cadencia de su ritmo junto con esa bateria... GENIAL.