"Nighttime Lover" is an R&B song by American duo The System, from the 1987 album Don't Disturb This Groove. The song was written by the group's members, David Frank and Mic Murphy.

In 1987, the smooth, urban-infused tune reached number seven on the Billboard R&B Singles chart.

Track listing 1987 release 12" vinyl US: Atlantic / DMD-1067

Personnel Mic Murphy: Lead and background vocals David Frank: keyboards Paul Pesco: guitar Jimmy Maelen: percussion Andy Snitzer: sax solo B.J. Nelson, Audrey Wheeler, Dolette McDonald: backing vocals New West Horns: horns The System- Don't Disturb this Groove vinyl LP liner notes. Accessed 9-25-2011.

Chart performance Chart (1987)PeakpositionU.S. Billboard Hot Black Singles7

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