Turn on the Night

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About Turn on the Night

"Turn On the Night" is a song by the American rock band Kiss from their 1987 studio album Crazy Nights. It was the album's third and final single.


Year:
1987
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Everyone's thinkin' they're so hot tonight, but there's a fire in your eyes 
Everybody wants you girl, but I want you more than any other guy 
You got what I want, I got what you need, fire below 
So if you know it, show it, don't let me go, whooah 

Turn on the night, I can't wait, can't wait any longer 
Turn on the night, yeah, I want to feel this feeling get stronger 

Take me in your arms, I'll take you into my heart 
Let's bring this love to life 
C'mon baby put your finger on the switch, let's make some sparks ignite 
Show me what you want, show me what you need, fire below 
C'mon and take me, shake me, don't let me go, whooah
 
Turn on the night, I can't wait, can't wait any longer 
Turn on the night, yeah, I want to feel this feeling get stronger 
Turn on the night, I can't wait, can't wait any longer 
Turn on the night, yeah, you know this feeling keeps getting stronger 

Hey babe, you got what I want, I got what you need, fire below 
So if you know it, show it, don't let me go, whooah 

Turn on the night, I can't wait, can't wait any longer 
Turn on the night, yeah, I want to feel this feeling get stronger 
Turn on the night, I can't wait, can't wait any longer 
Turn on the night, yeah, you know this feeling keeps getting stronger

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Kiss

A kiss is the act of pressing one's lips against the lips or other body parts of another person or of an object. Cultural connotations of kissing vary widely. Depending on the culture and context, a kiss can express sentiments of love, passion, affection, respect, greeting, friendship and good luck, among many others. In some situations a kiss is a ritual, formal or symbolic gesture indicating devotion, respect or greeting, as in the case of spouses kissing at the conclusion of a wedding ceremony or national leaders kissing each other in greeting, and in many other situations. more »

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Written by: PAUL STANLEY, DIANE EVE WARREN

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Realsongs

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10 facts about this song

Song Background
"Turn on the Night" is a single by the American rock band Kiss. It was released on their studio album, "Crazy Nights." The studio album was the band's 14th international album and 11th to be released in their home country.
Release and Timeline
The song was released as the second single from "Crazy Nights" in 1987. The album itself was released on September 21st, 1987, under Mercury Records.
Songwriting Credit
"Turn on the Night" was written by band member Paul Stanley and hit producer Diane Warren. It showcases one of the few times that Diane Warren collaborated with a hard rock band.
Musical Style
The song, like much of the Crazy Nights album, was written in a radio-friendly, mainstream rock style. It leans more towards pop metal and glam metal, featuring substantial use of synthesizers.
Chart Performance
Despite its catchy nature and commercial sound, "Turn on the Night" did not chart very high. It reached number 41 on the UK Singles Chart.
Critical Reception
"Turn on the Night" received mixed reviews. Many fans appreciated the song's catchy chorus and upbeat energy, while others lamented the band's move away from their harder rock roots.
Music Video
A music video was also made for "Turn on the Night." The video meshes concert footage with shots of the band around town, capturing the vibrant nightlife.
Live Performances
"Turn on the Night" was played live by Kiss during their Crazy Nights tour but after the completion of the tour, the song was dropped and has not been performed live since.
Collaborations
This is one of two songs co-written by Diane Warren for the Crazy Nights album. The other song is "I'll Fight Hell to Hold You."
Remix Versions
In 1988, a remixed version of the song was released on 7 and 12 inch UK vinyl formats. The record also contained the song "Hell or High Water."

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