Funky Tonight

John Butler

About Funky Tonight

"Funky Tonight" is the first single by the John Butler Trio from their fourth studio album, Grand National. It was released in December, 2006, on Jarrah Records. The song blends funk, roots, blues, and rock. The cover art for the single was designed by Tom Walker. The song was performed at the ARIA Music Awards of 2007 with special guest Keith Urban, which was then released as a digital download, debuting at number 11 on the ARIA Singles Chart on 12 November 2007. The video for "Funky Tonight" was directed by Damon Escott and Stephen Lance.  


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2007
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Girl I don't wanna argue
I don't wanna fight
And if there's something wrong
Yes you know I'm gonna try to make it right
I love you, you love me
We be one family tonight
So get right over here
Let's get don col' funky tonight

Girl you are my queen
And there ain't no doubt about it
And if you want I'll tell the world
Yes you know I'll shout it
The way you walk, talk, move yeah girl get me high as a kite
So get right over here let's get down col' funky tonight
Tonight

What's your name?
Let's go back to when we first met
Back in 1999 'preciate
Before you knew I was yours and you mine, yeah

Gonna turn the lights down low
Put the stereo on
Put on our favourite record by
Ella Fitz and Louis Armstrong
And take you to the living room dancefloor
And I'll hold you tight
I guarantee you and me gonna get down funky tonight
I guarantee you and me gonna get down funky tonight

I guarantee you and me gonna get down funky tonight

What's your name?
Let's go back to when we first met
Back in 1999 'preciate
Before you knew I was yours and I knew you were mine
What's your name?
Let's go back to when we first met
Back in 1999 'preciate
Before you knew I was yours and you mine, yeah

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John Butler

John Charles Wiltshire-Butler (born 1 April 1975) or John Charles Butler is an Australian American musician, songwriter, record label owner and producer. He is the front man for the John Butler Trio, a roots and jam band, which formed in Fremantle, Western Australia in 1998. He currently resides in Marradong, Western Australia. more »

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Written by: JOHN CHARLES WILTSHIRE BUTLER

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11 facts about this song

Genre
"Funky Tonight" falls under the genre of roots rock, blues rock, and jam band.
Released Date
The song was released on December 1, 2006.
Album
"Funky Tonight" is the title track from John Butler Trio's live album "Funky Tonight - Live at Red Rocks."
Awards
The song was nominated for "Best Blues & Roots Song of the Year" at the APRA Music Awards in 2007, showcasing its impact on the Australian music industry.
Charts Performance
Upon its release, "Funky Tonight" peaked at number 12 on the Australian ARIA Singles Chart, making it one of the band's highest-charting songs.
Reception
The song was well received by fans and critics alike for its catchy tune and masterful guitar work.
Music Video
The music video for "Funky Tonight" features the John Butler Trio performing the song amidst a lively party scene.
Collaborations
The song features Australian singer-songwriter Keith Urban.
Live Performance
"Funky Tonight" has been a staple of JBT's live performances since its release, often serving as the encore song.
Song Theme
The song maintains a strong, contagious energy that captures the band’s love for improvisation and feel-good vibes. It expresses themes of positive energy, freedom, and liberation.
Musical Arrangement
Known for John Butler's intricate fingerstyle guitar technique, "Funky Tonight" also incorporates a wide range of other instruments, further building on the band's diverse sound palette. This includes the use of harmonica and banjo.

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