Story Behind The Song
People with musical talent experience a spiritual connection with contributing artists and with those who listen to and appreciate their music. It's the common dream of all musicians and can be realized on many levels. However, many fantasize about the big time, especially if they devote years to this endeavor. This song tells the story of a talented band who continues to give it their all, yet they never reach the pinnacle of overnight success.
Song Description
The song tells the story of a very talented and devoted band of musicians, who call themselves, "Overnight Success." They have sacrificed many things to pursue their love of music, as they travel the entertainment circles. They take gigs wherever they can
| Song Length |
3:58 |
Genre |
Rock - Americana, Rock - Easy Listening |
| Tempo |
Medium (111 - 130) |
Lead Vocal |
Female Vocal |
| Mood |
Content, Composed |
Subject |
Dreams, Determination |
| Language |
English |
Era |
1980 - 1989 |
Lyrics
Overnight Success
I. So, it begins again. Every day, th' same way.
With th' hair of th' dog and an afternoon nap.
I wake up in th' shower tryin' to 'member what day.
We's s'pposed to be in Biloxi; or was it, Bayou la Batre?
II. So, I take a few pills. I can't sleep on th' road.
My husband stays at home, but there's a man in my sack!
We're loadin' up th' bus. Th' faded paint's so old.
But, we got us a microwave, so our dinners won't be cold.
(Chorus)
Overnight Success, is th' name of our band.
We travel these same roads over and over again.
We never give up that we'll hit it right.
We always dream, tonight's th' night!
For Overnight Success! Whoa! Overnight Success!
(Turnaround)
III. So, we're playin' this gig, in this little ole bar.
Th' owner couldn't pay us, so we just knock 'em back.
I stumble to my room, I think I been here before.
It's th' very one, from years ago when I set out to be a star.
IV. So, we're doin' our thing. Our music's oh, so fine.
We play our little hearts out, at these dives off th' map!
Our fans always say, "Can't wait until next time!
Ain't wannabes and superstars just two of a kind?
(Chorus)
Overnight Success, is th' name of our band.
We travel these same roads over and over again.
We never give up that we'll hit it right.
We always dream, tonight's th' night!
For Overnight Success! Whoa! Overnight Success!
(Turnaround)
(Tag) Overnight Success! Believe! Overnight Success! You'll see! Overnight Success! In lights! Overnight Success! Tonight! Overnight Success!