Well, it’s closing time, I’ve got no place to go
No, I’m not tired, nobody’s waiting at home
Hey, what about you? Looks like you’re leaving alone
Guess that makes two, me and you
By the way, my name’s Jones
Hey, I know a place, it’s not far from here
That’s my dented red Chevy out front
You can follow me there
There’s no neon lights
It don’t stink of beer
It’s just a mile up the road
It’s just a minute from here
These arms are open all night
If you need someone to talk to
A hand to hold onto and if it feels right
These arms are open all night
Now the band is through, they’re breaking down the drums
They took the singer’s keys, man, he was really drunk
They’re turning on the lights, we can’t stay here no more
Yeah, I can take a hint, find my way out the door
So what do you think?
Hey, are you going my way?
There’s still a whole lot left to this night
Baby, what do you say?
These arms are open all night
If you need someone to talk to
A hand to hold onto and if it feels right
These arms are open all night
God only knows how long it’s been that I been this lonely
Back there at the stop sign
I see her headlights
I think she’s coming with me
These arms are open all night
If you need someone to talk to
A hand to hold onto and if it feels right
These arms are open all night
They’re open all night
Late-Night Longing and Connection
“These Arms Are Open All Night” by Bon Jovi captures the vulnerability and hope that arise in the quiet hours after last call. The song’s narrator, alone and searching for companionship, finds kinship in another soul who is also alone. Through the metaphor of open arms, Bon Jovi expresses a willingness to offer comfort, understanding, and even a new beginning. The story unfolds in a dimly lit bar and continues on lonely roads, with the protagonist extending both literal and emotional support. It’s a poignant reflection on human connection, loneliness, and the courage to reach out when you need someone most.
Song Credits
- Artist: Bon Jovi
- Songwriters: Jon Bon Jovi, Desmond Child