"Señor De La Noche" is a song by Spanish singer-songwriter Joan Manuel Serrat. The song tells a story of a person seeking the intervention of the "Lord of the Night" to make someone who didn't want to look at them, to turn their face towards them. The narrator asks for their eyes to search for them, symbolizing a desire for connection and attention. The lyrics also depict various scenarios where the narrator asks the "Lord of the Night" for specific actions. They ask for everyone to leave the bar to be alone with the person they desire, or for the moon to shine upon their kiss. The song portrays the desire for a romantic encounter and the yearning for privacy and intimacy. Throughout the song, Serrat refers to the "Lord of the Night" as the "God of the bar," the "Angel of yes," and the "Flower of sin." These phrases highlight the mystical and longing nature of the narrator's plea. The song captures the atmosphere of nighttime, creating a sense of secrecy and forbidden desires. It emphasizes the desire for moments of passion and romance that can only be experienced under the cover of darkness. Overall, "Señor De La Noche" speaks to the universal yearning for love and connection, and the longing for a desired person to acknowledge and reciprocate those feelings. The lyrics beautifully portray the emotions and fantasies associated with the nighttime, creating an enchanting and evocative atmosphere.
