The opening shot of Cybill's legs can be seen as a reference to many of the opening shots from Moonlighting. Many times opening shots of her legs were used because certain plots of episodes weren't finished yet. Those shots were used as filler.
This episode marks the introduction of the character Justin Thorpe, played by Danny Masterson. He appeared in 16 episodes in total.
The title is from the 1844 song "Buffalo Gals" by John Hodges and sung in minstrel shows in the 19th century. Buffalo gals, won't you come out tonight?
Come out tonight, Come out tonight? Buffalo gals, won't you come out tonight,
And dance by the light of the moon.