Waiting for Tonight
Jennifer Lopez
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Like a movie scene in the sweetest dreams I had pictured us together Now to feel your lips on my fingertips I have to say is even better Then I ever thought it could possibly be It's perfect, it's passion, it's setting me free From all of my sadness, the tears that I've cried I have spent all of my life All of my life, all of my life All of my life, all of my life All of my life, all of my life All of my life, all of my life Waiting for tonight When you would be here in my arms Waiting for tonight I've dreamed of this love for so long Waiting for tonight Waiting for tonight, waiting for tonight Waiting for tonight, waiting for tonight Waiting for tonight, waiting for tonight Tender words you say, take my breath away Love me now and leave me never Found a sacred place, lost in your embrace I want to stay in this forever I think of the days when the sun used to set On my empty heart, all alone in my bed Tossing and turning, emotions were strong I knew, I had to hold on Waiting for tonight When you would be here in my arms Waiting for tonight I've dreamed of this love for so long Waiting for tonight When you would be here in my arms Waiting for tonight I've dreamed of this love for so long Waiting for tonight Gone are the days when the sun used to set On my empty heart all alone in my bed Tossing and turning, emotions were strong I knew, I had to hold on Waiting for tonight When you would be here in my arms Waiting for tonight I've dreamed of this love for so long Waiting for tonight (Tonight, tonight) When you would be here in my arms Waiting for tonight (Tonight, tonight) I've dreamed of this love for so long Waiting for tonight
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Written by: Maria Christensen, Michael T Garvin, Phillip Douglas Temple
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
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13 facts about this song
Song Release"Waiting for Tonight" by Jennifer Lopez was released on September 7, 1999, as part of her debut studio album, "On the 6."
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Song GenreThe track is best known for its blend of Latin-pop, dance-pop, and electronic music elements.
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Song OriginThe song was initially recorded by girl group 3rd Party in 1997, before Lopez took it as her own in 1999.
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Music VideoThe music video, which premiered on MTV, was famous for its futuristic theme, featuring Lopez dancing in the jungle amidst green lasers.
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Award NominationsThe song received nominations at the Grammys for "Best Dance Recording" and the MTV Video Music Awards for "Best Choreography in a Music Video."
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Billboard Ranking"Waiting for Tonight" hit number 8 on the US Billboard Hot 100, becoming one of Lopez's most successful singles in the country.
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Impact on CareerThis song was a critical and commercial success for Jennifer Lopez. It further cemented her status as a pop music icon and proved she could successfully transition from acting to music.
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Year 2000 associationThe music video for "Waiting for Tonight" became associated with the new millennium, due to its release close to New Year's Eve and the visual effects suggesting a party atmosphere.
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Remix versionA slightly different version of the song was included on her second studio album, "J.Lo". This version features a countdown to the new millennium as part of the Y2K association.
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Critical ReceptionThe song was met with critical acclaim, with numerous music critiques praising JLo's vocals and the song's dance vibes. The All Music Guide referred to it as one of the year's best dance club anthems.
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Concert StapleJennifer Lopez has performed "Waiting for Tonight" during several of her concert tours, including the Lets Get Loud concerts, Dance Again World Tour, and It's My Party Tour.
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Song's LegacyThe song has been covered and sampled by various artists over the years, proving its impact and lasting popularity. Notable examples include renditions by the Glee cast and EDM duo Hex Hector and Mac Quayle.
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Platinum Certification"Waiting for tonight" was certified Platinum by the RIAA (Recording Industry Association of America) for selling over 1 million copies in the U.S.
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