About The Song
Ronnie Milsap’s “Lost in the Fifties Tonight (In the Still of the Night)” is a unique medley that blends two distinct musical styles and themes.
Release and Concept:
- Released in 1985 on the album “Greatest Hits, Vol. 2”
- The song combines “Lost in the Fifties Tonight,” written by Mike Reid and Troy Seals, with a cover of The Five Satins’ 1956 doo-wop hit “In the Still of the Night.”
Musical Styles and Themes:
- Part 1: Lost in the Fifties Tonight (Upbeat Country)
- The first part embraces a joyful country style, celebrating the culture and music of the 1950s.
- Lyrics reference classic cars, drive-in movies, and rock and roll. It evokes a sense of nostalgia and carefree fun.
- Part 2: In the Still of the Night (Doo-Wop)
- The second part transitions to a smooth doo-wop ballad style, characteristic of the 1950s.
- The lyrics shift to a romantic theme, expressing longing for a loved one “in the still of the night.”
Uniqueness and Impact:
- The medley concept allows Milsap to showcase his vocal versatility, transitioning between upbeat country and smooth doo-wop styles.
- It offers a nostalgic look back at the 1950s, blending cultural references with romantic feelings.
- While not one of Milsap’s biggest hits, the song remains a memorable track for its unique concept and celebration of a specific musical era.
Here are some additional resources you might find interesting:
- Listen to the song: You can’t find the full medley on YouTube or most streaming services due to licensing restrictions. However, you can find separate versions of the songs:
- Ronnie Milsap – Lost In The Fifties Tonight (This might be a live performance): YouTube: [link to Ronnie Milsap Lost In The Fifties Tonight]
- The Five Satins – In the Still of the Night: YouTube: [link to The Five Satins In the Still of the Night]
- Read more about the song’s history: Information about the song might be limited due to it being a medley within a compilation album. You can find information about Ronnie Milsap’s career and the album “Greatest Hits, Vol. 2” on Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ronnie_Milsap.
- Explore 1950s Music: You can find online resources that discuss 1950s music genres like doo-wop and rock and roll, their cultural impact, and prominent artists of the era.
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Lyrics
Let’s sing along with the lyrics!
Close your eyes, baby
Follow my heart
Call on the memories
Here in the dark
We’ll let the magic
Take us away
Back to the feelings
We shared when they played
In the still of the night
Hold me, darlin’, hold me tight, oh
So real, so right
I’m lost in the fifties tonight
These precious hours
We know can’t survive
But love’s all that matters
While the past is alive
Now and for always
Till time disappears
We’ll hold each other
Whenever we hear
In the still of the night
Hold me, darlin’, hold me tight
So real, so right
I’m lost in the fifties tonight
So right
So real, so right
So real, so right
