Moonlighting
Al Jarreau
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Some walk by night Some fly by day Nothing could change you Set and sure of the way There is the sun and moon They sing their own sweet tune Watch them when dawn is due Sharing one space We'll walk by night We'll fly by day Moonlighting strangers Who just met on the way
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Written by: FRANK FARRELL, LEO SAYER
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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12 facts about this song
Year of Release"Moonlighting" was released in 1987.
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Genre ClassificationIt is classified under the pop and jazz genres.
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Album DetailsThe song "Moonlighting" is the theme song for the television series of the same name, and it was included in Al Jarreau's album "L Is For Lover."
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Chart PerformanceThe song charted at number 23 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number 1 on the Adult Contemporary chart.
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Lyrics CompositionThe song was written by Al Jarreau and Lee Holdridge.
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Grammy AwardAl Jarreau won the 1988 Grammy Award for Best Pop Vocal Performance, Male for "Moonlighting (Theme)."
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TV Show ConnectionThe television show "Moonlighting," for which the song served as the theme, starred Bruce Willis and Cybill Shepherd, and was a popular romantic comedy-drama in the late 80s.
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Al Jarreau's LegacyAl Jarreau is the only singer in history to have won Grammy Awards in three different categories: jazz, pop, and R&B.
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Album CollaborationsThe "L Is For Lover" album, which includes the song "Moonlighting," was produced by Nile Rodgers, a well-known producer and member of the disco band Chic.
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Iconic Lyric"Some walk by night, some fly by day," is one of the most popular lyrics from the song, notable for its connection to the TV show's conceit of the characters working as private detectives.
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Unique Genre BlendAl Jarreau's "Moonlighting" is particularly recognized for its unique melding of pop, jazz, and R&B elements, making it a stand-out entry in his discography.
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Beloved ThemeThe song remains one of television's most beloved themes and is often remembered fondly by fans of the show.
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