In The Night
Bad Religion · How Could Hell Be Any Worse?
And you're hoping for relief, 'cuz your head is filled with pain,
But you get no relief, 'cuz the night is the same...
In the night, in the night you see through jaded eyes.
In the night, in the night you feel barely alive.
You live your life in darkness, you've got pennies on your eyes.
But you say that it's all right, 'cuz you've never lived a lie,
As you crawl back to your womblike existence in the night.
In the night, in the night you see through jaded eyes.
In the night, in the night you feel barely alive.
You can't see no light, but you hear those heavy footsteps,
And the little man inside twists your tormented mind.
Your mind is filled with shadows, your palms are wet with sweat.
Limbs are bound and tangled in a fatal net.
There are two things you can do.
One is turn and fight.
The other's run headlong into the night.
In the night, in the night you see through jaded eyes.
In the night, in the night you feel barely alive.
You can't see no light, but you hear those heavy footsteps,
And the breathing at your side, is it yours, or is it
Good bye!
About In The Night
"In The Night" is a track by the influential punk rock band Bad Religion, appearing on their 1996 album *How Could Hell Be Any Worse?*. As a staple of the band's discography, the song exemplifies their signature blend of melodic hooks and politically charged lyrics that have defined the post-punk revival era. Released during a period when Bad Religion was expanding their thematic scope beyond pure anarchy to address broader social and environmental concerns, the recording captures the group's characteristic driving rhythm and vocal delivery. The song remains a recognizable element of their catalog, often cited by fans and critics alike as a prime example of the band's ability to fuse catchy pop structures with substantive commentary on contemporary issues. Its enduring presence in live performances and compilations underscores its status as a significant contribution to the genre's legacy.