Night Owls

Little River Band

About Night Owls

"The Night Owls" is a song by Australian soft rock band Little River Band, from the album Time Exposure. Released as a single in 1981, the song was written by band member Graham Goble and produced by George Martin. Vocals on this song were by new bassist Wayne Nelson. The song peaked at #6 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.


5:18

 The easy, fast & fun way to learn how to sing: 30DaySinger.com

There's a bar right across the street
He's got a need he just can't beat
Out on the floor, he shuffles his feet away
He'll get the girl 'cause he looks so fine
He's gonna win her every time
He knows he will, he's dressed to kill
He's a night owl


Move on
There's a heart of a night owl callin'
To belong
She's cryin' in the night
Be strong
And find the heart of the night owl fallin'
Stay up till dawn
Until the night is gone

What will become of the restless kind
Where do they go when they've done their time
Wearin' their hearts out on the line
For all to see
Must be the gypsy in their soul
They have a need to rock and roll
They always will
They're out there still 
They're the night owls

Move on
There's a heart of a night owl callin'
To belong
She's cryin in the night
Be strong
And find the heart of the night owl fallin'
Stay up till dawn
Until the night is gone 

There's a bar right across the street
He's got a need he just can't beat
Out on the floor he shuffles his feet away
He'll get the girl 'cause he looks so fine
He's gonna win her every time
He knows he will, he's out there still
He's a night owl

So move on
There's a heart of a night owl callin'
To belong
He's cryin' in the night
Be strong
And find the heart of the night owl fallin'
Stay up till dawn until the night is gone
The night goes on and on
Until the night is gone.

 The easy, fast & fun way to learn how to sing: 30DaySinger.com


Little River Band

Little River Band or LRB is an Australian rock band, formed in Melbourne in early 1975. more »

10 fans

Written by: GRAHAM GOBLE

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group

Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind


10 facts about this song

General Information
"Night Owls" is a popular song released by the Australian rock band "Little River Band". - The song belongs to the album "Time Exposure" which was launched in 1981.
Critical Reception
The song was well-received internationally and was considered as part of the band's classic hits. - In the US, "Night Owls" reached number six on the Billboard Hot 100.
Song Composition
The song showcases a polished, harmonious sound characteristic of the Little River Band's music. - The lyrics of "Night Owls" describe late-night city experiences.
Lineup Changes
By the time "Night Owls" was recorded, there had been significant changes in the band’s lineup - with the entry of new members such as Stephen Housden on guitars. - Despite the changes, the song maintained the band's classic, harmony-rich sound.
Music Video
The music video for "Night Owls" is unique and was quite groundbreaking during its time. - It used an owl puppet, signifying a night owl, as the lead character who roams around the city streets.
Commercial Success
"Night Owls" was one of the Little River Band's highest-charting singles in the United States. - The song was also a commercial hit in the band's home country, Australia.
Last Song with Glenn Shorrock
Notably, "Night Owls" was the last hit song to feature Glenn Shorrock as lead vocalist. Shorrock left the band soon after its release.
Band Recognition
The song’s success helped further establish Little River Band’s reputation in the international music scene, especially in the USA.
Musical Style
"Night Owls" exhibits the band's signature style, mixing elements of soft rock and pop music.
Live Performances
"Night Owls" has been a staple in Little River Band’s live performances for many years, given its popularity and recognizability among fans.

Discuss the Night Owls Lyrics with the community:

0 Comments

    Citation

    Use the citation below to add these lyrics to your bibliography:

    Style:MLAChicagoAPA

    "Night Owls Lyrics." Lyrics.com. STANDS4 LLC, 2024. Web. 25 Apr. 2024. <https://www.lyrics.com/lyric/33718291/Little+River+Band/Night+Owls>.

    Missing lyrics by Little River Band?

    Know any other songs by Little River Band? Don't keep it to yourself!

    Watch the song video

    Night Owls

    323.3K
    5,146     552

    Browse Lyrics.com

    Quiz

    Are you a music master?

    »
    "I was painting a picture. The picture was a painting of you."
    A Bic Runga - Sway
    B Kelly Clarkson - Because of You
    C MYMP - Especially for You
    D Aurora - Runaway

    Free, no signup required:

    Add to Chrome

    Get instant explanation for any lyrics that hits you anywhere on the web!

    Free, no signup required:

    Add to Firefox

    Get instant explanation for any acronym or abbreviation that hits you anywhere on the web!

    Don't miss Little River Band's

    Upcoming Events

    »
    • Fri • May 03 • 8:00 PM
      Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races, Charles Town, WV
    • Sat • May 04 • 7:30 PM
      Crown Theatre, Fayetteville, NC
    • Fri • May 10 • 8:00 PM
      Arlington Music Hall, Arlington, TX
    • Fri • May 24 • 7:30 PM
      Strand-Capitol Performing Arts Center, York, PA
    • Sat • May 25 • 8:00 PM
      Blue Gate Performing Arts Center, Shipshewana, IN
    Little River Band tracks

    On Radio Right Now

    Loading...

    Powered by OnRad.io


    Think you know music? Test your MusicIQ here!