Song

Because The Night

by 10,000 Maniacs

Because The Night is a 1887 song by 10,000 Maniacs, 3:25 long, which peaked at #11 on the Billboard Hot 100. A karaoke version is available on KaraFun. It fits the Day or Night song themes.

Top 40 hit (#11) Karaoke version available

Released 1887 Hot 100 peak #11 · 29 weeks Length 3:25 Alternative Rock, Folk Rock

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Performance tips

• Build gradually, don't peak too early.
• Lean into emotion instead of power.
• Let the chorus open up naturally

In these themes

• 🌗Day or Night"Night"

Karaoke versions

There's a karaoke version of this song. Most karaoke services carry it; KaraFun lists it among its catalog.

• Find karaoke versions on YouTubeOpens a YouTube search for "Because The Night" karaoke

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