Fishin’ in the Dark is a timeless country song carry out by the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Released in 1987 as part of their album “Hold On,” the song rapidly became a classic in the country music genre.
Written by Wendy Waldman and Jim Photoglo, “Fishin’ in the Dark” tells the story of a familiar evening spent snatch fish under the stars. Its singable tune, upbeat rhythm, and relevant lyrics bumped a chord with audiences, operate it to the top of the country music charts.
Over the years, “Fishin’ in the Dark” has remained a much loved staple at country music events, weddings, and gatherings, with its feel-good quality and wistful charm continuing to improve listeners. Its enduring popularity has hit its place as one of the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band’s most iconic songs, secure its legacy for generations to come.
Lyrics
Lazy yellow moon comin’ up tonight
Shinin’ through the trees
Crickets are singin’ and lightning bugs
Are floatin’ on the breeze, baby get ready
Across the field where the creek turns back
By the old stump row
I’m gonna take you to a special place
That nobody knows baby get ready
You and me go fishin’ in the dark
Lyin’ on our backs and countin’ the stars
Where the cool grass grows
Down by the river in the full moonlight
We’ll be fallin’ in love in the middle of the night
Just movin’ slow
Stayin’ the whole night through
It feels so good to be with you
Spring is almost over and the summer’s come
And the days are gettin’ long
Waited all winter for the time to be right
Just to take you along, baby get ready
And it don’t matter if we sit forever
And the fish don’t bite
Jump in the river and cool ourselves
From the heat of the night, baby get ready
You and me go fishin’ in the dark
Lyin’ on our backs and countin’ the stars
Where the cool grass grows
Down by the river in the full moonlight
We’ll be fallin in love in the middle of the night
Just movin’ slow
Stayin’ the whole night through
It feels so good to be with you
You and me go fishin’
(You and me go fishin in the dark)
In the dark lyin’ on our backs and countin’ the stars
Where the cool grass grows, down by the river
(Down by the light)
In the full moonlight we’ll be fallin’ in love in the middle of the night
(We’ll be fallin in love)
Just movin’ slow
You and me go fishin’
(You and me go fishin in the dark)
In the dark lyin’ on our backs and countin’ the stars
Where the cool grass grows
Down by the river in the full moonlight
(Down by the light)
We’ll be fallin’ in love in the middle of the night…