About the song
Ladies and gentlemen, gather ’round as we embark on a journey through the soulful sounds of the one and only Wilson Pickett. Picture this: the year is 1965, the air is thick with anticipation, and the rhythm of the night is about to take over. Enter the stage, the man with the voice that could move mountains, the legendary Wilson Pickett, ready to serenade us with his timeless classic, “In the Midnight Hour”.
From the very first notes, you can feel it, can’t you? That irresistible groove that pulls you in and refuses to let go. It’s the kind of song that transcends time, transporting you to a place where the troubles of the day melt away and all that matters is the pulsating beat and Pickett’s electrifying vocals.
“In the Midnight Hour” isn’t just a song; it’s a declaration, a proclamation of love and desire set against the backdrop of the night. As Pickett croons about waiting for his lover’s embrace, you can’t help but be swept away by the raw emotion in his voice. It’s as if he’s pouring his heart out on stage, inviting us to join him in this moment of pure musical bliss.
And oh, that iconic horn section! With every blast of the trumpet and wail of the saxophone, you can practically feel the heat rising as the night heats up. It’s the perfect complement to Pickett’s soulful delivery, adding layers of depth and texture to an already mesmerizing track.
But perhaps what truly sets “In the Midnight Hour” apart is its universal appeal. Whether you’re young or old, a seasoned music aficionado or just discovering the wonders of soul music for the first time, there’s something undeniably captivating about this song. It’s the kind of tune that speaks to the soul, igniting a fire within and leaving you craving for more.
So, dear listeners, as we bask in the glow of Wilson Pickett’s musical brilliance, let us surrender ourselves to the magic of “In the Midnight Hour”. For in this timeless classic, we find not just a song, but a journey—a journey through the depths of love, passion, and the unbridled joy of music that knows no bounds.
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Lyrics
I’m gonna wait ’til the midnight hourThat’s when my love come tumbling downI’m gonna wait ’til the midnight hourWhen there’s no one else aroundI’m gonna take you, girl, and hold youAnd do all things I told you, in the midnight hourYes I am, oh, yes I amOne more thing I just wanna say right hereI’m gonna wait ’til the stars come outAnd see that twinkle in your eyesI’m gonna wait ’til the midnight hourThat’s when my love begins to shineYou’re the only girl I knowThat really love me so, in the midnight hourOh yeah, in the midnight hourYeah, alright, play it for me one time nowI’m gonna wait ’til the midnight hourThat’s when my love come tumbling downI’m gonna wait, way in the midnight hourThat’s when my love begin to shine, just you and IOh, baby, huh, just you and INobody around, baby, just you and IAlright, you know what?I’m gonna hold you in my arms, just you and IOh yeah, in the midnight hourOh baby, in the midnight hour