“Here Comes the Night” is a song recorded by Barry Manilow and released on his 1982 album Earlier Works. The song has a lush, romantic feel with a sweeping orchestral arrangement.

The lyrics tell the story of a person eagerly anticipating the coming of night, when they can be with their loved one. The chorus features the repeated line “Here comes the night, here comes the time we’ll be together.”

Some of the key lyrical excerpts include:

“The day is done, the work is through
Now I can’t wait to be with you
The night is falling, the stars shine bright
Here comes the night, here comes the night”

“The world is sleeping, the time is right
To hold you close and love you tight
No one to see us, no one to hear
Here comes the night, my love is near”

Manilow’s emotive vocals, combined with the powerful orchestral backing, create a grand, cinematic feel to the song. It has a timeless, romantic quality that has made “Here Comes the Night” a fan favorite in Manilow’s extensive catalog.

The song’s theme of anticipation and desire to spend intimate time with a loved one at night resonates with listeners, making it a classic Barry Manilow ballad.