Rock Me Tonite
Billy Squier
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I'm rockin' tonite - I'm walkin' on air Gonna find me some trouble - gonna grab my share I want ya tonite - I want ya with me Make me guilty of love in the first degree You want it all right... we're goin' in style Say you walk right - you talk right - and your hair's so wild Snow-white - hey that's not what I mean We go down in the shadows and crawl between Moonlight in the city brings the magic to your eyes Freezin' a moment - leave me paralyzed Breathe an emotion - set it dancin' in my ear Bring on the rhythm when I hold you near Take me in your arms - roll me through the night Take me to your heart - rock me tonite You do it all right - you're passion to see You been schooled in the art of romancin' me Hold tight - you're in for a ride Can you feel the blood poundin' way down inside No one's stoppin' us now - We go down, down where the music's loud If it's all night - hey that's all right by me Go and play on my love - play it all for me Life's never easy - we can make it if we try Takin' our chances - face 'em side by side Live for the moment - on that we can agree Come and take me where I long to be Chorus A time for all... and all in time To slip beyond the border line Of who we are and where we long to be... When every night you hear the sound Of wakin' up and breakin' down You find a chance and heave it all away Chorus
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10 facts about this song
Career Impact"Rock Me Tonite" holds both the distinction of being Billy Squier's biggest hit and the song that arguably ended his career.
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Chart SuccessThe song topped the Billboard Mainstream Rock chart in 1984, making it Squier's second number one hit on this chart.
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Album RankingIt is the lead single from the multi-platinum album "Signs of Life."
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MTV ControversySquier's original career downfall is often attributed to the music video of "Rock Me Tonite," which was heavily criticized at the time of its release. The video, which showed Squier dancing around in a bed with pastel-colored satin sheets, was considered embarrassing and was mocked by fans and critics alike.
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Controversial DirectorThe music video was directed by Kenny Ortega, who would later become famous for directing the "High School Musical" series.
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Television AppearanceDespite its controversial video, the song was featured in an episode of the hit TV show "Breaking Bad."
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Cover Versions"Rock Me Tonite" has been covered by numerous artists over the years, including American punk rock band The Riverdales.
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Song MeaningSquier has stated in several interviews that the song is about the excitement of performing in front of live audiences.
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LegacyDespite the negative impact that "Rock Me Tonite" had on Squier's career, it has since been recognized as a classic 80's rock hit.
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Record Label"Rock Me Tonite" was released under the label, Capitol Records, which is considered one of the most important record labels in music history.
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