Somewhere Tonight

Highway 101

About Somewhere Tonight

"Somewhere Tonight" is a song written by Rodney Crowell and Harlan Howard, and recorded by American country music group Highway 101. It was released in September 1987 as the third single from the album Highway 101. The song was Highway 101's third country hit and the first of four number ones on the country chart. The single went to number one on the Hot Country Singles chart, spending two weeks at that position and twenty-three weeks on the chart. In January 1988, it also reached Number One on the Canadian country singles charts published by RPM.  


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Somewhere tonight he's a live wire
He's got his sights on someone new
Somewhere tonight he's a high flyer
And I'm so lonesome, I don't know what to do

I bet he's out there shinin' like a diamond don't you know
Turnin' heads, breakin' hearts and puttin' on a show
Rollin' like a summer storm driftin' with the wind
And I just wish he'd blow my way again

Somewhere tonight he's a live wire
He's got his sights on someone new
Somewhere tonight he's a high flyer
And I'm so lonesome, I don't know what to do

I've read that goodbye letter, at least a thousand times
He said, "I was the only one who almost changed his mind"
But better homes and garden parties they weren't his cup of tea
Somewhere tonight he's runnin' wild and free

Somewhere tonight he's a live wire
He's got his sights on someone new
Somewhere tonight he's a high flyer
And I'm so lonesome, I don't know what to do
And I'm so lonesome I don't know what to do

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Highway 101

Highway 101 is an American country music band founded by Paulette Carlson (lead vocals), Jack Daniels (guitar), Curtis Stone (bass guitar, mandolin) and Scott "Cactus" Moser (drums). With Carlson as lead vocalist, the band recorded three albums for Warner Bros. Records Nashville and charted ten consecutive Top Ten hits on the Hot Country Songs charts, four of which went to Number One. After Carlson left in 1990, the band recorded a fourth album for Warner with Nikki Nelson on lead vocals before exiting the label. One album each followed on Liberty, Intersound and Free Falls Records. Moser, Stone, Nelson and Andy Gurley comprise the current lineup. more »

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Written by: HARLAN HOWARD, RODNEY CROWELL

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.

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11 facts about this song

Song Information
"Somewhere Tonight" is a song by the American country music band, Highway 101.
Release Date
It was released in October 1987 as the second single and a chart-topper from their debut studio album "Highway 101".
Song Creators
The song was written by Rodney Crowell and Harlan Howard, two reputable figures in the country music industry.
Chart Performance
"Somewhere Tonight" topped the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart in the United States. It gave Highway 101 their second number one on the country chart.
Music Video
A music video was made for the song, featuring the band performing in front of audiences and in picturesque outdoor settings.
Band Members
At the time of the song's release, Highway 101 consisted of four members - Curtis Stone, Jack Daniels, Cactus Moser, and Paulette Carlson.
Genre
The song is classified in the country music genre, with traditional elements of American folk influences.
Recognition
"Somewhere Tonight" is still recognized as one of Highway 101’s most successful and iconic songs, defining their dynamic sound and solidifying their place in country music history.
Cover Versions
Due to its popularity, the song has been covered by a number of artists in various genres.
Album Success
The debut album "Highway 101" where the song "Somewhere Tonight" is featured was a tremendous success, producing four consecutive Number One singles on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart.
Awards
The band Highway 101 won the Academy of Country Music Award for Top Vocal Group in 1988, partly due to the success of "Somewhere Tonight".

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