Lonely Ol' Night
John Mellencamp
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She calls me home She says baby it's a lonely ol' night I don't know I'm just so scared and lonely all at the same time Nobody told me She was gonna work out this way no no no no no no I guess they knew We'd work it out in our own way It's a lonely ol' night Can I put my arms around you? It's a lonely ol nigh Custom made for two lonely people like me and you Radio playin' softly Some singer's sad sad song He's singing about Standing in the shadows of love I guess it feels awfully alone She says I know Exactly what he means yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah And it's a sad sad sad sad feeling When you're living on those in betweens (But it's OK) It's a lonely ol' night Can I put my arms around you? It's a lonely ol nigh Custom made for two lonely people like me and you She calls me baby She calls everybody baby It's a lonely ol' night But ain't they all? It's a lonely ol' night Can I put my arms around you? It's a lonely ol nigh Custom made for two lonely people like me and you Girl like me and you Yeah like me and you
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Written by: JOHN MELLENCAMP
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10 facts about this song
Musical Genre Classification"Lonely Ol' Night" by John Mellencamp represents a pleasing mix of rock and heartland rock genres, the latter referring to a rock music subgenre characterized by straightforward lyrics and minimalist production.
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Chart PerformanceThe song was released in 1985 and went on to peak at number 6 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. It signified Mellencamp's continued success in the music industry.
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Album InclusionThis track is the lead single taken from Mellencamp’s album "Scarecrow." The album itself was very successful, further establishing Mellencamp as a critical darling in the mid-1980s.
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Song InspirationThe song was inspired by the classic 1962 film "Hud", starring Paul Newman. Mellencamp cites a line spoken by Newman's character as sparking the idea for the song: "It's a lonesome old night, isn't it?”
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Radio Popularity"Lonely Ol' Night" also reached number 1 on the Top Rock Tracks Chart, proving its popularity not only with the mainstream audience but also with the rock listenership.
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Cinematic ConnectionSome of the lyrics were inspired by dialogue in films. For example, the phrase "It's a lonely ol' night" is inspired by dialogue from the film "Hud", demonstrating Mellencamp's ability to weave different influences into his lyrical content.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Lonely Ol' Night" was a top hit on MTV, further demonstrating the wide appeal and popularity of the song.
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Cultural ImpactDespite being released over 30 years ago, the song still resonates with listeners and is often included in Mellencamp's concert setlist, a testament to its longevity and cultural impact.
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Personal SignificanceMellencamp has often referred to "Lonely Ol' Night" as one of his personal favorites from his own discography. His connection to the song gives it a personal and emotional depth that is palpable to his audience.
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Co-writerThe song was co-written by Mellencamp and George M. Green, showcasing Mellencamp's ability to work collaboratively and make collective creative decisions.
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