Dance the Night Away
The Mavericks
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Here comes my happiness again Right back to where it should have been 'Cause now she's gone and I am free And she can't do a thing to me I just wanna dance the night away With senoritas who can sway Right now tomorrow's lookin' bright Just like the sunny mornin' light And if you should see her Please let her know that I'm well As you can tell And if she should tell you That she wants me back Tell her no I gotta go I just wanna dance the night away With senoritas who can sway Right now tomorrow's lookin' bright Just like the sunny mornin' light And if you should see her Please let her know that I'm well As you can tell And if she should tell you That she wants me back Tell her no I gotta go I just wanna dance the night away With senoritas who can sway Right now tomorrow's lookin' bright Just like the sunny mornin' light I just wanna dance the night away With senoritas who can sway Right now tomorrow's lookin' bright Just like the sunny mornin' light
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Written by: RAUL MALO
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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6 facts about this song
Release and Reception"Dance the Night Away" was released by The Mavericks in 1998.
- It remained the band's biggest hit in the UK, peaking at number four on the UK Singles Chart and earning a Silver certification as well.
- The song was so popular that it charted in the UK again in 2004.
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Album HistoryThe hit song is featured on the band’s fifth studio album, "Trampoline."
- Unlike many of the band's other songs, which incorporate elements of country music, "Dance the Night Away" shows strong Latin influences.
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Band BackgroundThe Mavericks were founded in 1989 in Miami, Florida. Although their music is primarily country, they incorporate different sounds, like rock, Latin, and folk.
- Despite a brief hiatus between 2004 and 2012, the band continues to tour and record new music, with "Dance the Night Away" remaining one of their most beloved hits.
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Music VideoThe song's music video, directed by Roger Pistole, features the band performing in a gym. As the song progresses, more people start to join in and dance.
- The visuals perfectly represent the song's upbeat, party-like spirit, emphasizing the theme of everyone coming together to "dance the night away."
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Live PerformancesDue to its popularity, "Dance the Night Away" is often included in The Mavericks' live setlists, where it's known to get audiences on their feet and dancing.
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LegacyAlmost three decades after its release, "Dance the Night Away" remains a classic and is often played at weddings and dance parties.
- Despite having numerous other successful songs, The Mavericks are often most remembered for this hit.
- It has also been covered by numerous artists, further proving its timeless popularity.
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