Tonight I'll Be Staying Here With You

Bob Dylan · Bob Dylan's Greatest Hits, Vol. 2 [1971]

Throw my ticket out the window,

Throw my suitcase out there, too,

Throw my troubles out the door,

I don't need them any more

'Cause tonight I'll be staying here with you.



I should have left this town this morning

But it was more than I could do.

Oh, your love comes on so strong

And I've waited all day long

For tonight when I'll be staying here with you.



Is it really any wonder

The love that a stranger might receive.

You cast your spell and I went under,

I find it so difficult to leave.



I can hear that whistle blowin',

I see that stationmaster, too,

If there's a poor boy on the street,

Then let him have my seat

'Cause tonight I'll be staying here with you.



Throw my ticket out the window,

Throw my suitcase out there, too,

Throw my troubles out the door,

I don't need them any more

'Cause tonight I'll be staying here with you.

Tonight I'll Be Staying Here With You

Bob Dylan's "Tonight I'll Be Staying Here With You" appears on his 1971 compilation, Bob Dylan's Greatest Hits, Vol. 2. The track exemplifies the folk-rock and country-tinged style that defined his work during this period, blending acoustic instrumentation with his signature storytelling approach. Recorded in the late 1960s, the song reflects themes of intimacy and commitment, characteristic of Dylan's personal and artistic output from that era. Its inclusion in the greatest hits collection highlights its enduring appeal and status as a staple within his broader discography, resonating with listeners who appreciate the raw emotional depth found in his folk and roots-oriented recordings.