Classified under the (symphonic rock) genre, the song highlights Sheller's classical training. It features intricate arrangements, with contributions from his frequent collaborator, violinist Catherine Lara .
The inspiration for the song stems from a real-world experience during Sheller's 1982 tour. While out with his musicians in the , Sheller observed the "night owls"—young men and women wandering the streets as the sun began to rise. William Sheller Les filles de laurore
The Night Watch: Unveiling "Les Filles de l'Aurore" by William Sheller Classified under the (symphonic rock) genre, the song