In the Heat of the Night
Imagination
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In a cold hard world when you're out on your own Oh there's a cruel harsh word you'll get to know. No one understands what it's like in misery All the great demands your love has made on me In the heat in the heat of the night. In the heat in the heat of the night. As their faces turn everywhere that you go It's the eyes that burn right through to your sole. Feel the rhythm of the street A distant scream from who knows where Now the picture is complete Through the dark and running scared. In the heat in the heat of the night. In the heat in the heat of the night. In the heat in the heat No one understands in the heat of the night. No one understands in the heat of the night.
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Written by: ALAN BERGMAN, MARILYN BERGMAN, QUINCY D JONES
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
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20 facts about this song
Genre Classification"In the Heat of the Night" by Imagination is a song that belongs to the genre of funk / soul music, displaying noticeable elements of both of these styles.
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Album InformationThe song is from the album 'In the Heat of the Night', which was released by the British trio Imagination in 1982.
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Chart Performance"In the Heat of the Night" achieved significant chart success - it peaked at number 22 position on the UK Singles Chart.
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Group FormationThe group Imagination, responsible for the hit song "In the Heat of the Night", was formed in London in the early 1980s. The members were Leee John, Ashley Ingram, and Errol Kennedy.
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Iconic VideoThe music video is famous for its imaginative and distinctive style, which included flashy costumes and surreal set designs that were typical for Imagination's style.
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Song StyleThe song "In the Heat of the Night" exemplifies Imagination's unique blend of soulful vocals, dance-friendly beats, and smoothly integrated electronic effects.
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Live PerformancesThe song was frequently performed live by Imagination, and its slow-burning, atmospheric style made it a fan favourite at concerts.
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Cultural ImpactDecades after its initial release, "In the Heat of the Night" still continues to resonate with listeners. The track has been featured on numerous funk and soul music compilations.
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Cover VersionsOver the years, the song has inspired a number of cover versions by various artists, highlighting its enduring appeal.
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Legacy of ImaginationCentered around their love of soul music and incorporating a stylish, glossy pop sensibility, Imagination is known mostly for the classic tracks like "In the Heat of the Night," which remains one of their most beloved songs.
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Genre Classification"In the Heat of the Night" by Imagination is a classic track classified under the genre of Post-Disco and Soul music.
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Release DateThe song was released in 1982, a time when disco and soul genres were popular.
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Album DetailsThe track is from the album titled "In the Heat of the Night," which is the band's second studio album.
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Chart Performance"In the Heat of the Night" was a success for Imagination, reaching the Top 20 in more than a dozen countries worldwide.
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Band FormationThe group, Imagination, was formed in London in 1981 by three members: Leee John, Ashley Ingram, and Errol Kennedy.
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Song ThemeThe song carries an underlying theme of love and passion, typical themes for the soul genre songs.
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Music VideoThe music video of the song is renowned for its innovative and ahead-of-its-time visual effects.
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Cultural ImpactThe song has appeared in several television commercials and has been sampled in modern popular music, reflecting the song's staying power.
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Additional MixesThe track also has some noteworthy remixes, including a "Night Dubbing" version, reusing the song's key elements with a newfound emphasis on a funkier groove.
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Band's Success"In the Heat of the Night" was one among Imagination's successful tracks which contributed in defining the band's career and establishing their international fame.
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