Stay the Night

Chicago

About Stay the Night

"Stay the Night" is a song written by Peter Cetera and David Foster for the group Chicago and recorded for their album Chicago 17 (1984), with Cetera singing the lead vocals. Upbeat and rock-oriented, it was the first single released from that album, and reached number 16 on the U. S. Billboard Hot 100 chart. The song features noted session drummer Jeff Porcaro taking the place of Chicago drummer Danny Seraphine. This song is also remembered for its music video, filmed in and around the Los Angeles River. It shows Peter Cetera chasing a hard-to-get lady, played by Ingrid Anderson with Debbie Evans as stunt double, and features car-chases, notably featuring a red convertible Oldsmobile 442. It may be that Cetera performed some of his own stunts, but in a 1985 interview, band mate Robert Lamm said a stuntman was used. It was directed by Gilbert Bettman, Jr. 


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I don't want you to misunderstand me
I just want to say what's on my mind
No need to hit me with an attitude
Because I haven't got the time

I want you to know one thing is certain
I truly love your company
I won't take no if that's you answer
At least, that's my philosophy

Stay the night, there's room enough here for two
Stay the night, I'd like to spend it with you
Stay the night, why don't we call it a day
No on can stop us, and nothing is in the way

It comes from friendly conversation
And if you still don't have a clue
Unless there's something else you've got in mind
We've got better things to do

Stay the night, there's room enough here for two
Stay the night, I'd like to spend it with you
Stay the night, Why don't we call it a day
No one can stop us, and nothing is in the way

(Just to have you near me) Here by my side
(Just to have you near me) And when I get next to your body
(Just to have you near me) Oh
One thing I can tell you, we're gonna be fine
We're gonna have a very good time!

Stay the night, there's room enough here for two
Stay the night, I'd like to spend it with you
Stay the night, Why don't we call it a day
No one can stop us, and nothing is in the way

Woooooh, woooooh, woooooh
No one can stop us, and nothing is in the way
What do you want to say?

Stay the night
Stay the night

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Chicago

Chicago (i/ʃɪˈkɑːɡoʊ/ or /ʃɪˈkɔːɡoʊ/) is a rock band from the city of the same name. They were originally founded as Chicago Transit Authority before shortening their name before their breakout second album. They became known for their use of horns in their songs such as 25 or 6 to 4. The band nearly split following founding member Terry Kaths death but they decided to stay together. They became known for their rock ballads throughout the 80s. The band still tours to this day. more »

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Written by: DAVID FOSTER, PETER CETERA

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing

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11 facts about this song

Release Timing
"Stay the Night" by Chicago was released in 1984.
Album Feature
The song is part of the band’s seventeenth studio album titled "Chicago 17".
Singles Chart
"Stay the Night" reached position #16 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in America.
Song Writers
This hit song was written by Peter Cetera and David Foster.
Music Video
A music video was developed for the song, which was one of the first videos by Chicago.
Song Theme
The song deals with the themes of love, longing, and the potential end of a relationship.
Song Length
"Stay the Night" has a runtime of 3 minutes and 48 seconds.
Lead Vocals
The lead vocals in the song were performed by Peter Cetera who was the band’s bassist.
Album Success
Chicago 17 became the band’s second best-selling album, largely due to the success of the singles including “Stay the Night”.
Iconic Sounds
The song's signature sound is marked by the use of synthesizers and electric guitars, representing the 80s pop-rock sound.
Music Video Director
The music video for "Stay the Night" was directed by Gilbert Bettman Jr.

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