In The Night Lyrics

Childish Gambino

In The Night by Childish Gambino

"In The Night" by Childish Gambino, featuring Jorja Smith and Amaarae, is the eighth track on the album "Bando Stone & The New World." Released on July 16, 2024, the song explores themes of infidelity, secrecy, and yearning through its lush, atmospheric production and introspective lyrics.

Featuring: Jorja Smith, Amaarae
Producers: Childish Gambino, Dahi, Kurtis McKenzie
Writers: Childish Gambino, Tierra Whack, Jayla Darden, Kwudi, Ely Rise, Dahi, Kurtis McKenzie, Jorja Smith, Amaarae
Drums: Kwudi
Mastering Engineer: Colin Leonard
Recording Engineer: Riley Mackin, Brittney Orinda
Assistant Engineers: Patrick Gardner, conjst8, Terena Dawn, Matheus Braz, Jonathan Lopez Garcia
Background Vocals: Jayla Darden
Phonographic Copyright ℗: mcDJ Recording, RCA Records, Sony Music Entertainment, Liberator Music
Label: mcDJ Recording, Wolf + Rothstein, Liberator Music, RCA Records
Copyright ©: mcDJ Recording, Sony Music Entertainment, Liberator Music, RCA Records
Mixing Engineer: Stuart White
Release Date: July 16, 2024

Annotations and Meaning.

[Intro]

Jorja Smith's ethereal vocals set a dreamy tone, immersing listeners in the song's reflective and somber atmosphere.

[Verse 1]

Childish Gambino narrates a story of longing and desire, contrasting his humble origins with the allure of California. He grapples with feelings of inadequacy and temptation, pondering how the subject's partner might react to their illicit feelings.

[Chorus]

The chorus captures the persistent and intrusive nature of Gambino's dreams, where he is haunted by thoughts of the person he desires. Despite his attempts to move on, these dreams persist, highlighting the depth of his emotional turmoil.

[Post-Chorus]

Jorja Smith expresses the secretive and dangerous nature of their relationship. Despite knowing the consequences, she feels an irresistible pull towards Gambino, emphasizing the complexity of their connection.

[Verse 2]

Jorja Smith continues with a narrative of deceit and guilt. She describes the facade she maintains with her partner, while secretly longing for someone else. The tension builds as she fears the potential fallout if her infidelity is discovered.

[Verse 3]

Amaarae introduces a confrontational perspective, questioning the subject's actions and loyalty. The verse adds layers of suspicion and mistrust, reflecting the complications and emotional strife within the relationships.

[Outro]

The outro repeats the haunting refrain, emphasizing the inescapable nature of these dreams and desires. Gambino and Smith's vocals intertwine, symbolizing the shared burden of their hidden feelings.

[Overall Meaning]

"In The Night" delves into the intricacies of forbidden love and the internal conflict it generates. The song's narrative unfolds through different perspectives, showcasing the emotional depth and complexity of the characters involved. Themes of secrecy, longing, and guilt permeate the lyrics, painting a vivid picture of the struggles associated with concealed desires. The song was featured at Childish Gambino's "Bando Stone & The New World" listening party in NYC on July 6, 2024, further heightening anticipation for the album.

In The Night Song Lyrics

In The Night by Childish Gambino

(Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh)
(Oh, oh, oh, oh)

[Verse 1: Childish Gambino, Jorja Smith]
I'm just a country boy from Georgia (Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh)
Your body's made for California, my love (Oh, oh, oh, oh)
Your man does nothin' but adore ya (Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh)
But I wonder, what would he say? (Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh)
You look so good, I can't afford ya (Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh)
He kissed your lips it looked like torture, for you (Oh, oh, oh, oh)
Just 'cause you're sweet don't make you loyal (Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh)
And I wonder, what would he say? (Oh, oh, oh, oh)

[Chorus: Childish Gambino, Jorja Smith]
If in the night, I dream of you (Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh)
Doesn't matter what I do (Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh)
In the night, I dream of you (Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh)
Every night, I dream of you

[Post-Chorus: Jorja Smith, Childish Gambino & Jorja Smith]
I had to sneak around
'Cause he could never know that
I never wanted happiness
I just wanna be with you
I know you'd drag me down
But you know I know that
You need me too
In the night
[Verse 2: Jorja Smith]
I'm smiling in his face all daily (Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, ohm oh)
Last night I said it was his baby (Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh)
Oh, no, I'm tryna see you when I close my eyes (Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh)
If he finds out he might go crazy (Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh)

[Chorus: Jorja Smith, Childish Gambino & Jorja Smith]
'Cause In the night, I dream of you (Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh)
Doesn't matter what I do (Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh)
In the night, I dream of you (Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh)
But I wonder all through the day

[Post-Chorus: Jorja Smith, Jorja Smith & Childish Gambino, Childish Gambino]
I had to sneak around ('Round)
'Cause he could never know that
I never wanted happiness
I just wanna be with you
I know you drag me down
But you know I know that (You)
You need me too
In the night

[Verse 3: Amaarae, Childish Gambino]
Are you okay? Okay?
Seen you with that nigga, I said no way, oh way
Creepin' and I caught that b**ch in 4K, 4K
Kissin' b**ches, now you goin' both ways, okay (Oh, oh-oh, Yeah)
Are you okay? Okay?
Your pocket baby girl, and is that cocaine? Cocaine?
"You know he's just a friend" That's what they all say, all say
b**ch, you know you got to see me on my off day, off day
[Chorus: Childish Gambino, Jorja Smith]
In the night, I dream of you
Doesn't matter what I do
In the night, I dream of you
Every night, I dream of you (Oh, oh, oh, oh)

[Outro: Childish Gambino, Jorja Smith]
Oh, woah, oh (Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh)
Oh, woah, oh (Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh)
Oh, woah, oh (Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh)
Oh, woah, oh (Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh)
In the night (Oh, woah, oh)
(Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh)
I can feel you in the night (Oh, woah, oh, woah)
(Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh)
I can see you in the night (Oh, woah, oh)
(Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh)
I can feel you in the night (Oh, oh, oh, oh)

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