Lyrics: Night Prowler by AC/DC
Somewhere a clock strikes midnight And there's a full moon in the sky You hear a dog bark in the distance You hear someone's baby cry A rat runs down the alley And a chill runs down your spine And someone walks across your grave And you wish the sun would shine 'Cause no one's going to warn you And no one's going to yell, "Attack!" And you don't feel the steel Till it's hanging out your back I'm your night prowler (I sleep in the day) I'm your night prowler (get out of my way) Yeah, I'm the night prowler (watch you tonight) Yes, I'm the night prowler, when you turn out the light Too scared to turn your light out 'Cause there's something on your mind Was that a noise outside the window? What's that shadow on the blind? As you lie there naked Like a body in a tomb Suspended animation As I slip into your room I'm your night prowler (I sleep in the day) I'm your night prowler (get out of my way) Yeah, I'm the night prowler (watch you tonight) Yes, I'm the night prowler, when you turn out the light I'm your night prowler (I sleep in the day) I'm your night prowler (get out of my way) Yeah, I'm the night prowler (watch you tonight) Yes, I'm the night prowler, when you turn out the light I'm your night prowler (I sleep in the day) I'm your night prowler (get out of my way) Yeah, I'm the night prowler (watch you tonight) Yes, I'm the night prowler, when you turn out the light I'm your night prowler (break down your door) I'm your night prowler (crawlin' 'cross your floor) I'm the night prowler (make a mess of you) Yes, I will Night prowler And I'm tellin' this to you There ain't nothin', there ain't nothin' Nothin' you can do "Shazbot, nanu nanu"
Exploring the Dark Allure of “Night Prowler”
Atmosphere and Imagery
“Night Prowler” by AC/DC is a masterclass in building suspense and unease. The lyrics paint a vivid nocturnal landscape, filled with chilling sounds and lurking danger. The song’s narrator embodies the archetypal figure of the night stalker, feeding on the listener’s primal fears of darkness and vulnerability. Through clever wordplay and haunting repetition, AC/DC crafts a sense of paranoia and suspense, while the closing phrase, “Shazbot, nanu nanu,” offers a surprising, almost playful twist. The song’s enduring appeal lies in its ability to evoke both fear and fascination, making it a standout track in the band’s catalog.
Song Credits
- Songwriters: Angus Young, Malcolm Young, Bon Scott
- Release Year: 1979
- Label: Atlantic Records