Do It All Night

Prince

About Do It All Night

"Do It All Night" was the lead single in the UK to support Prince's third album, Dirty Mind. The song is an ode to sex, and Prince exclaims that he wants to do it all night. The song opens with a simple keyboard hook before a prominent bass guitar kicks in, along with rhythm guitar and live drums. The song consists of two verses and several repeats of the chorus. Also featured is a keyboard solo in the bridge. The song opened Prince's Dirty Mind tour. The B-side of the track was the controversial Dirty Mind ode to oral sex, "Head".  


Year:
1981
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Pardon me, I want to talk to you
I may be kinda shy But I just gotta tell you what I'm going to do
Someone over there says he wants to get to know you
I don't care 'cause I really want to hold you
And I'm so scared that he might do something to you that you like
I've been waiting such a bloody long time just to get this close to you
Now that you're near me
I want you to hear me
I'll tell you what I want to do
Oh, I want to do it
Do it all night
I want to do it
Do it to you right

Giving up so easy
Is something that I never do
But I'm so easy, so easy when it comes to loving you
Can't you understand that I want to hug and kiss you
I'll do anything I can just to give you happiness
And I drown, baby, drown, baby, in your arms
Come on baby, can't you get to this?
I've been waiting such a bloody long time and you're talking to someone else
Now that I've got your attention
There's something I want to mention

I want to do it
Do it all night
I want to do it, oh yeah
Do it to you right

Do it all night
I, I want to do it, oh yeah
Do it to you right

I, I, I want to do it, oh
Do it all night
Do, do it to you, do it, oh
Do it to you right

Gotta, gotta do it, do it
Do it all night
Do it to you right

Do it all night
Do it to you right

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Prince

Prince Rogers Nelson (born June 7, 1958 - found dead in his home April 21, 2016. He died of an accidental overdose of the drug fentanyl), was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States. Known by his mononym Prince, he was an American singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and actor. He produced ten platinum albums and thirty Top 40 singles during his career. He wrote several hundred songs plus produced and recorded his own music for his own music label. Prince had a wide vocal range and was known for his flamboyant stage presence and costumes. His releases sold over 100 million copies worldwide. He won seven Grammy Awards, a Golden Globe, and an Academy Award. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2004, the first year he was eligible. Ro… more »

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Written by: Prince Rogers Nelson

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10 facts about this song

Artist Information
"Do It All Night" was written and performed by Prince, an American musician known for his eclectic style and wide vocal range.
Album Details
This song is a part of the album "Dirty Mind" which was released on October 8, 1980.
Genre Classification
The song and the album heavily featured elements of funk, rock, and pop, marking a departure from the R&B sound of Prince's earlier work.
Songwriting
Like most of Prince’s songs, "Do It All Night" was entirely written and composed by him, showcasing his immense musical talent and creativity.
Instruments
Prince himself played all the instruments on the track, including drums, bass, keyboards, and guitar, showcasing his multi-instrumentalist talent.
Lyrics Theme
The lyrics of "Do It All Night" talk about unbridled sexual freedom and love, a common theme in many of Prince's songs, making him a controversial figure in the music world during the 80s.
Uniqueness
"Do It All Night" was one of the pioneering songs that built a foundation for Prince's transition towards a more explicit, uncensored artistic direction - a signature that would later define much of his illustrious career.
Chart Performance
Though "Do It All Night" did not score any high positions in music charts by itself, the album "Dirty Mind" received widespread critical acclaim and performed well commercially.
Legacy
"Do It All Night," along with the rest of the album "Dirty Mind," is regarded as one of Prince's most critically impactful works, influencing the direction of pop music and boosting Prince's image as a force to be reckoned with in American music.
Live Performances
"Do It All Night" was a staple during Prince's early concerts, often combined with extravagant dance moves and energetic performances that contributed to his phenomenal stage presence.

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