All Day and All of the Night

The Kinks

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"All Day and All of the Night" is a song by the English rock band The Kinks from 1964. It reached No. 2 on the UK Singles Chart and No. 7 on Billboard's United States chart in 1965. The song was released on the American studio album Kinks-Size.


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I'm not content to be with you in the daytime
Girl I want to be with you all of the time
The only time I feel alright is by your side
Girl I want to be with you all of the time
All day and all of the night
All day and all of the night
All day and all of the night

I believe that you and me last forever
Oh yeah, all day and nighttime yours, leave me never
The only time I feel alright is by your side
Girl I want to be with you all of the time
All day and all of the night
All day and all of the night
Oh, come on

I believe that you and me last forever
Oh yeah, all day and nighttime yours, leave me never
The only time I feel alright is by your side
Girl I want to be with you all of the time
All day and all of the night
All day and all of the night-time
All day and all of the night

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The Kinks

The Kinks were an English rock band formed in Muswell Hill, North London, by brothers Ray and Dave Davies in 1964. Categorised in the United States as a British Invasion band, the Kinks are recognised as one of the most important and influential rock groups of the era. Their music was influenced by a wide range of genres, including rhythm and blues, British music hall, folk and country. Ray Davies (lead vocals, rhythm guitar) and Dave Davies (lead guitar, vocals) remained members throughout the group's 32-year run. Original members Pete Quaife (bass guitar, vocals) and Mick Avory (drums and percussion) were replaced by John Dalton in 1969 and Bob Henrit in 1984, respectively. Dalton was in turn replaced by Jim Rodford in 1978. Keyboardist Nicky Hopkins accomp… more »

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Written by: Ray Davies

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15 facts about this song

Release Date
"All Day and All of the Night" was released by The Kinks in 1964, making it one of the earliest hits in their long career.
Billboard Rankings
It reached number 2 on the UK Singles Chart and number 7 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart, establishing The Kinks as one of the up-and-coming British Invasion bands in the US.
Career Boost
The song played a crucial role in thrusting The Kinks to international stardom, cementing their place amongst the popular British invasion bands.
Song Structure
The song showcases a hard-edged rock sound with its aggressive guitar riffs, a trademark of The Kinks' early work.
Legacy
In its wake, the song has been a major influence on the genres of punk rock, hard rock and heavy metal, demonstrating its lasting cultural impact.
Famous Cover Versions
Numerous famous artists have covered the song, including The Stranglers and Scorpions, further demonstrating its enduring popularity and influence.
Songwriter
The song was written by The Kinks' lead singer and primary songwriter, Ray Davies.
Backing Vocals
The backing vocals on the track were provided by Ray Davies' brother and The Kinks' co-founder, Dave Davies.
Critics' view
Some critics have positioned "All Day and All of the Night" as a continuation of The Kinks' preceding single, "You Really Got Me," due to similarities in the songs' chord progressions and lyrical themes.
Recognition
Rolling Stone magazine ranked "All Day and All of the Night" at number 228 on their list of the 500 Greatest Songs of All Time.
Improved Sound Quality
Dave Davies used a 2-watt Elpico amplifier to ensure that the song had a 'dirtier' guitar sound, which became one of the song's defining musical features.
Use in Advertisements
The song has been used in advertisements, most notably in a 2011 Yoplait commercial, a sign of its enduring popularity.
Live Performances
Despite its popularity, the song wasn't always included in the setlist of The Kinks' live performances, but when it was, it was often used as the concert closer.
Song Inspiration
Ray Davies reportedly wrote the song on the train to the recording studio; it was recorded and finished in just one day.
Lyric Interpretation
The song lyrics reflect youthful obsession and lust, a characteristic theme of many early rock and roll songs.

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