Prove It All Night
Bruce Springsteen
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Spread out now Rosie, doctor come cut loose her mama's reins You know playin' blind man's bluff is a little baby's game You pick up little dynamite, I'll pick up little gun And together we're gonna go out tonight and make that highway run You don't have to call me lieutenant, Rosie, and I don't want to be your son The only lover I'm ever gonna need's your soft, sweet, little girl's tongue And Rosie, you're the one Dynamite's in the belfry, baby, playin' with the bats Little gun's downtown in front of Woolworth's tryin' out his attitude on all the cats Papa's on the corner, waitin' for the bus Mama, she's home in the window, waitin' up for us She'll be there in that chair when they wrestle her upstairs, 'cause you know we ain't gonna come I ain't here on business, baby, I'm only here for fun And Rosie, you're the one Rosalita, jump a little higher Senorita, come sit by my fire I just want to be your lover, ain't no liar Rosalita, you're my stone desire Jack the Rabbit and Weak Knee Willie, don't you know they're gonna be there Ah Sloppy Sue and Big Bone Billy, they'll be coming up for air We're gonna play some pool, skip some school Act real cool, stay out all night, it's gonna feel alright So Rosie, come out tonight, little baby, come out tonight Windows are for cheaters, chimneys for the poor Oh, closets are for hangers, winners use the door So use it, Rosie, that's what it's there for Rosalita, jump a little higher Senorita, come sit by my fire I just want to be your lover, ain't no liar Rosalita, you're my stone desire, alright Now, I know your mama, she don't like me, 'cause I play in a rock and roll band And I know your daddy, he don't dig me, but he never did understand Your papa lowered the boom, he locked you in your room, I'm comin' to lend a hand I'm comin' to liberate you, confiscate you, I want to be your man Someday we'll look back on this and it will all seem funny But now you're sad, your mama's mad And your papa says he knows that I don't have any money Oh, your papa says he knows that I don't have any money Oh, so your daddy says he knows that I don't have any money Well, tell him this is his last chance to get his daughter in a fine romance Because a record company, Rosie, just gave me a big advance And my tires were slashed and I almost crashed, but the Lord had mercy And my machine, she's a dud, out stuck in the mud somewhere in the swamps of Jersey Well, hold on tight, stay up all night, 'cause Rosie, I'm comin' on strong By the time we meet the morning light, I will hold you in my arms I know a pretty little place in Southern California, down San Diego way There's a little cafe, where they play guitars all night and all day You can hear them in the back room strummin' So hold tight, baby, 'cause don't you know daddy's comin' Everybody sing Rosalita, jump a little higher Senorita, come sit by my fire I just want to be your lover, ain't no liar Rosalita, you're my stone desire Hey hey hey hey Hey hey hey hey Hey hey hey hey Hey hey hey hey
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10 facts about this song
Release Details"Prove It All Night" was released in 1978 as part of Bruce Springsteen's fourth studio album, "Darkness on the Edge of Town."
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Chart PerformanceThe song peaked at number 33 on the US Billboard Hot 100, making it one of Springsteen's top-rated hits of that year.
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Lyrics InspirationThe song's lyrics, much like the larger album's theme, reflect the struggles and hardships of working-class life in America.
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Song PopularityDespite not being one of Springsteen's most commercially successful songs, it has remained a staple in his live performances.
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Music StyleThis song features a classic Springsteen rock sound with distinctive guitar and piano parts, combined with expressive, storytelling lyrics.
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Notable PerformancesOn his live concerts, Springsteen often extends the song's intro to last several minutes, showcasing exceptional guitar and piano solos.
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RecognitionThe song has been covered by several other artists and bands, demonstrating its lasting impact and influence.
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Creative ProcessIn the creation of "Darkness on the Edge of Town," Springsteen recorded more than 70 songs, and "Prove It All Night" was selected as part of the final 10-track album.
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Album Achievements"Darkness on the Edge of Town," the album which "Prove It All Night" is part of, didn’t reach the heights of its predecessor, "Born to Run," but it did peak at No. 5 on the Billboard 200 and stayed on the charts for 97 weeks.
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DedicationIn his autobiography, Bruce Springsteen states that the entire "Darkness on the Edge of Town" album, including "Prove It All Night," was influenced by the punk rock ethos and his relationship with his father.
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