Tonight's the Night

Rod Stewart

About Tonight's the Night

"Tonight's the Night (Gonna Be Alright)" is a song written by Rod Stewart, and recorded at Muscle Shoals Sound Studio in Sheffield, Alabama for his 1976 album A Night on the Town. The song proved to be a massive commercial success and became his second US chart topper on the Billboard Hot 100. It made its debut at number 81 on October 2, 1976 and rose quickly, climbing from number eight to the top of the chart on November 13, 1976, and remained on top for eight consecutive weeks until January 8, 1977. It was the longest stay of any song during 1976, as well as the longest stay at number one for Rod Stewart in his entire recording career. The song also peaked at No. 5 in the UK, No. 3 in Australia and charted well in other parts of the world. It was the number 1 song on Billboard's 1977 year-end chart. It became the best-selling single of 1977 in the United States. As of 2018, it is the nineteenth most popular song in the history of the chart.  


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2002
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Stay away from my window
Stay away from my back door too
Disconnect the telephone line
Relax, baby, and draw that blind

Kick off your shoes and sit right down
Loosen off that pretty French gown
Let me pour you a good long drink
Oh baby, don't you hesitate, 'cause

Tonight's the night
It's gonna be alright
'Cause I love you, girl
Ain't nobody gonna stop us now

Common, angel, my heart's on fire
Don't deny your man's desire
You'd be a fool to stop this tide
Spread your wings, and let me come inside

Tonight's the night
It's gonna be alright
'Cause I love you, girl
Ain't nobody gonna stop us now

Don't say a word, my virgin child
Just let your inhibitions run wild
The secret is about to unfold
Upstairs, before the night's too old

Tonight's the night
It's gonna be alright
'Cause I love you, woman
Ain't nobody gonna stop us now

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Rod Stewart

Roderick David "Rod" Stewart, CBE (born 10 January 1945) is a British singer-songwriter, born and raised in North London, England, and currently residing in Epping. He is of Scottish and English ancestry. With his distinctive raspy singing voice, Stewart came to prominence in the late 1960s and early 1970s with The Jeff Beck Group and then Faces. He launched his solo career in 1969 with his debut album An Old Raincoat Won't Ever Let You Down (US: The Rod Stewart Album). His work with The Jeff Beck Group and Faces influenced heavy metal genres. more »

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Written by: ROD STEWART

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11 facts about this song

Song Artist & Release
"Tonight's the Night (Gonna Be Alright)" is a song recorded and performed by British singer-songwriter Rod Stewart. It was released as a single in 1976.
Album Information
The song is the lead single from Stewart's seventh album "A Night on the Town," which was released in 1976.
Chart Performance
"Tonight's the Night" was a major hit for Rod Stewart, topping the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States for an impressive eight weeks, making it one of his most successful songs.
Record-Breaking Track
At the time of its release, the song set a record for the longest stay at number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart during the 1970s.
Controversial Lyrics
The song's suggestive lyrics, which apparently implied sexual promiscuity, led to its being banned by several radio stations in the United States and United Kingdom.
Unique Collaboration
The song features an uncredited vocal performance by Britt Ekland, Stewart's girlfriend at the time, who spoke French in the fade-out.
Genre & Style
"Tonight's the Night" is best categorized as Soft rock and Pop rock. The song's easy-going pace, romantic theme, and soulful delivery made it a favorite among fans of the genre.
Premium Sales
The single was certified Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) in 2019, over 40 years after its initial release.
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by multiple artists over the years, including Janet Jackson, who interpolated the song's chorus in her 1997 song "Go Deep."
Music Video History
The music video for "Tonight's the Night" is believed to be the first music video that MTV refused to air due to its explicit content.
Critical Response
Despite the controversy, the song received positive reviews from music critics and is often cited as one of Rod Stewart's best and most iconic songs.

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