The song "I Invented The Night" by Electric Six tells a story about a character who takes pride in their ability to create excitement and desires in others. The lyrics use various animal metaphors to represent different individuals that the protagonist manipulates. The first verse introduces a "little kitty" who is portrayed as dependent on the protagonist. Despite the kitty potentially having a lot of admirers, they claim to be nothing without the protagonist. This suggests that the protagonist has the power to make the kitty feel special and desired. The chorus emphasizes the protagonist's self-proclaimed ability to invent the night. They describe their laboratory, which symbolizes their imaginative and cunning nature. The combination of "lust and lies" signifies their skill in creating an alluring and enticing atmosphere. The second verse introduces a "little birdie" who is encouraged to fly until they can no longer, with the reassurance that the protagonist will always be there to catch them. While the protagonist claims they will never hurt the birdie, they also admit to occasionally causing some turmoil, indicating a complex and possibly manipulative relationship. In the following lines of the chorus, the protagonist highlights how their manipulation and creation of an intriguing environment involve the combination of unconventional elements. The bridge brings attention to the potential destruction of the character's invention, possibly representing the consequences of their actions catching up with them. The mention of specific nights of the week serves to emphasize the amount of time the character has been given to create excitement. The weekend is portrayed as a sea of electric light, suggesting intense exhilaration. The final verse introduces a "little doggy" who constantly seeks something better but always ends up returning to the protagonist. Similar to the kitty, the doggy is portrayed as dependent on the protagonist's presence. The chorus repeats, reinforcing the protagonist's claim of inventing the night through their manipulation and combination of various elements. Overall, "I Invented The Night" explores themes of power, manipulation, and control in relationships and the desire to be the catalyst for excitement and desire in others.
