Need You Tonight

Experience INXS's iconic 1987 number one hit "Need You Tonight" from the "Kick" album. This seductive blend of funk rock, dance-rock, and new wave captivated the world with its minimalist riff, pulsing beat, and Michael Hutchence's magnetic vocals. An unforgettable, defining moment in 80s music.

A cornerstone of INXS's global phenomenon album "Kick" (1987), "Need You Tonight" showcased a masterful fusion of genres. Built around an instantly recognizable, sparse guitar riff and a hypnotic electronic rhythm, the track blends funk rock attitude with sleek dance-rock energy. Its new wave sensibilities and minimalist arrangement created an atmosphere of cool seduction that became synonymous with the band's signature sound.

"Need You Tonight" soared to number one on the US Billboard Hot 100, propelling INXS to superstardom in 1987. Its innovative music video, often linked with "Mediate," won critical acclaim. Michael Hutchence’s breathy, intimate vocal delivery perfectly complements the song's dance-rock and funk rock groove, cementing its status as one of the most iconic and enduring new wave era hits.

SONG MEANING: "Need You Tonight" is a direct and potent expression of intense physical desire and urgent longing. The minimalist lyrics focus on the immediacy of attraction ("All you got is this moment") and the overwhelming need for intimacy and connection with someone specific ("I need you tonight"). It captures the raw feeling of wanting someone.