This Night Won't Last Forever
Lynn Anderson · Outlaw Is Just a State of Mind [Columbia] [1979]
Ev'rybody likes a celebration
Happy music and conversation
I'd be lyin' if I said I never got the blues
So pardon me for my disposition
You see I just can't keep from wishin'
I was celebratin' too.
I know this night won't last forever
I know the sun gotta shine sometime
I got some hope for a bright tomorrow
I know this heart gonna mend just fine.
In the corner there's a couple dancin'
From the kitchen I can hear them laughin'
Playin' the same ole songs on the radio
I wish I didn't have to sit and listen
And be reminded of what I'm missin'
Cause I would rather be lonesome alone.
Suddenly there's a strange vibration
From my head to my toes
Fillin' me with a warm sensation
Somebody's lettin' me know.
I know this night can't last forever
I know the sun gotta shine sometime
I got some hope for a bright tomorrow
I know this heart gonna mend just fine...
This Night Won't Last Forever
Lynn Anderson's 1979 recording of 'This Night Won't Last Forever' exemplifies her mastery of the outlaw country sound, blending traditional storytelling with a distinct vocal presence. Released on her album 'Outlaw Is Just a State of Mind,' the track showcases Anderson's ability to navigate emotional depth within the genre, characteristic of her work during the late 1970s. The song reflects themes of transient relationships and enduring affection, delivered with the warmth and authenticity that defined her discography. As part of her broader catalog, this recording stands as a testament to her contribution to country music, capturing the era's blend of romantic sentiment and rugged individualism without relying on specific lyrical references.