Beyond the standard 7" single, an Extended Remix (approx. 6 minutes) was released on 12" vinyl, which is a popular version for modern high-quality video remuxes.

It remains a staple for fans of 80s Euro-disco and Italo-disco , frequently featured in retro compilations and DJ mixes.

The song tells the story of a chance encounter in a smoky, neon-lit room. The lyrics explore themes of attraction, age differences, and a sudden, overwhelming emotional impact, described metaphorically as being "shot in the night". Key imagery includes:

A room filled with smoke and sweet perfume, lit only by a neon sign.

Released in , "Shot In The Night" is the debut single by the German synth-pop trio Saphir . The song became a notable hit in the European Euro-disco scene, peaking at #37 on the German charts. Production and Credits