About the song
Ah, buckle up for a trip down memory lane with a true classic – “Nights in White Satin” by the Moody Blues. Released in 1967, this song wasn’t an immediate chart-topper, but it’s grown into a timeless masterpiece that’s resonated with music lovers for generations.
Written by a young Justin Hayward at just 19 years old, the song paints a picture of yearning and longing. The title itself evokes a sense of luxury and beauty, perhaps inspired by a gift of satin sheets from a girlfriend. But beneath the surface lies a deeper story – a tale of unrequited love, a feeling many of us can relate to at some point in our lives.
“Nights in White Satin” isn’t your typical rock song. It blends the power of rock with the elegance of classical music. The Moody Blues, known for their innovative sound, incorporated a full orchestra for the intro, final chorus, and a spoken-word section called “Late Lament.” The rest of the song features the band’s signature sound, built on the unique tones of the Mellotron, a pioneering keyboard instrument.
The song’s journey to success was interesting. It didn’t initially conquer the charts, but DJs in the US, particularly those brave souls on independent stations, defied convention and played the entire song despite its length. This grassroots support helped propel “Nights in White Satin” to number two on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1972, solidifying its place as the band’s biggest hit in America.
Over the years, “Nights in White Satin” has been covered by countless artists, featured in movies and commercials, and continues to be a beloved classic. It’s a song that evokes a range of emotions – nostalgia, longing, and a touch of melancholy. Whether you remember it from your younger days or are discovering it for the first time, “Nights in White Satin” is a sonic journey worth taking. So, put on your headphones, close your eyes, and let this timeless masterpiece transport you.
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Lyrics
Nights in white satin
Never reaching the end
Letters I’ve written
Never meaning to send
Beauty I’d always missed
With these eyes before
Just what the truth is
I can’t say anymore
‘Cause I love you
Yes, I love you
Oh, how I love you
Gazing at people
Some hand in hand
Just what I’m going through
They can’t understand
Some try to tell me
Thoughts they cannot defend
Just what you want to be
You will be in the end
And I love you
Yes, I love you
Oh, how I love you
Oh, how I love you
Nights in white satin
Never reaching the end
Letters I’ve written
Never meaning to send
Beauty I’ve always missed
With these eyes before
Just what the truth is
I can’t say anymore
‘Cause I love you
Yes, I love you
Oh, how I love you
Oh, how I love you
‘Cause I love you
Yes, I love you
Oh, how I love you
Oh, how I love you