Benny Mardones - Into The Night Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who wrote the song 'Into The Night'?

   'Into The Night' was written by Benny Mardones and Robert Tepper. The collaboration took place during the writing process for Mardones' album 'Never Run, Never Hide'.

2. When was 'Into The Night' originally released?

   'Into The Night' was originally released in June 1980. It peaked at No. 11 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart that September.

3. What inspired Benny Mardones to write 'Into The Night'?

   'Into The Night' was inspired by a real-life situation involving a 16-year-old girl named Heidi, whose family lived in the same apartment complex as Mardones. He helped her family financially after her father left them destitute.

4. Why did some radio stations initially hesitate to play 'Into The Night'?

   Radio stations were hesitant to play 'Into The Night' because they misinterpreted its opening line as promoting an inappropriate relationship between an adult and a teenager. Polydor Records had to send out letters explaining the true story behind the song before it gained widespread airplay.

5. Did Benny Mardones re-record 'Into The Night'?

   Yes, Benny Mardones re-recorded 'Into The Night'. A new version of the song was released in 1989 after renewed interest from a radio feature. This version also became a hit, reaching No. 20 on the Billboard Hot 100.

6. Has 'Into The Night' been covered or sampled by other artists?

   'Into The Night' has been covered and sampled by various artists including Usher, who interpolated it in his song 'Making Love (Into the Night)' from his 2010 album Raymond v. Raymond. It has also appeared in several movies and TV shows.