The song "Baby, You Look Good To Me Tonight" by John Denver tells the story of a man traveling on the highway for five consecutive days. He feels tired and his words are starting to blend together, but he stops to eat while there is still daylight. As he sits down to eat, he notices a local woman sitting next to him, whom he refers to as a "local angel." The man asks her if she believes in love at first sight, complimenting her appearance and implying an instant attraction. The man reveals that he is usually shy and would be polite if he had more time. However, he cannot deny his immediate attraction to the woman. He emphasizes that she looks good to him tonight and expresses his desire to be with her. Despite knowing that he will have to leave the next day, he requests that she doesn't make him wait too long before they can be together. The woman mentions that she gets off work at eleven and brings the man a cup of coffee. She suggests that it would be nice if he could stay and reveals that he thinks he is the best idea she has had all day. Although she admits to typically putting up a fight, she cannot resist the man's charm and acknowledges that she is attracted to him as well. The man, still in disbelief, grins and tells the woman that she looks good to him tonight. He jokingly mentions being shy but expresses his interest in her. As they continue to interact, he realizes that he may be falling for her. Despite the short encounter, he sees a future with her and believes she is more than just a passing fling. Reflecting on his nomadic lifestyle, the man acknowledges that life on the road can be rewarding if accompanied by wheels to roll and lucky stars above. He believes in controlling one's own destiny and embracing opportunities for love whenever they arise. He feels that since there is time for sleep, there is also time to make love. The man concludes the song by revealing his experience with the local woman. He describes the look she left him with after their encounter, indicating that she has won his heart. She becomes the focus of his thoughts, and he believes that he is destined to be with her. Although he acknowledges that being with him may not be easy, he assures her that she will never see the last of him. Overall, the song portrays a chance meeting and instant attraction between two individuals. It explores the willingness to embrace love in the moment, despite knowing that circumstances may pull them apart. The protagonist finds solace in the connection he has made, believing that it may blossom into something more profound.
