Summertime

New Kids on the Block

About Summertime

"Summertime" is song by New Kids on the Block, and the first single from their album The Block. The single was released on May 13, 2008, and was the first new single released by the group since 1994. On May 5, 2008, "Summertime" was posted on the group's MySpace page. The lead vocals were sung by Donnie Wahlberg, Jordan Knight, and Joey McIntyre. The song's introduction has Joey McIntyre shouting out "Jones Beach! 1988!", referring to their rising popularity in that year.


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Jones Beach, 1988
Come on

Do you remember or should I rewind?
To that summer when you caught my eye?
I played it cool, the weather was hot
You had the beauty & the beach on lock
With your flip flops, half shirt, short shorts, mini skirt
Walkin' on the beach, so pretty
You wasn't lookin' for a man
When you saw me in the sand
But you fell for the boy from the city

I was like "Hey, girl, can I get your number?"
I remember what you told me too
"Don't call after 10:00"
But you know that I did
'Cause I couldn't stop thinkin' 'about you

I think about you in the summertime
And all the good times we had, baby
Been a few years and I can't deny
The thought of you still makes me crazy
I think about you in the summertime
I'm sittin' here in the sun with you on my mind
My summertime

Do you remember? I'll never forget
Touchin' your body all soakin' wet
The water was cool, the feelin' was hot
Kissin' on you while the ocean rocked
In your strapless sundress
Kickin' back, no stress
As long as we was together
'Cause we were feelin' young love
And we couldn't get enough
Baby, I could reminisce forever

And now I'm like
Hey, girl, don't you know I miss it?
And I wonder if you miss it too?
Never thought it would end 'til it did
Now, I'm here and I can't stop thinkin' 'about you

I think about you in the summertime
And all the good times we had, baby
Been a few years and I can't deny
The thought of you still makes me crazy
I think about you in the summertime
I'm sittin' here in the sun with you on my mind
My summertime

(Break it down)
Summer ended, winter started
It got colder when we parted ways
(I like this part)
As the seasons change
(Now bring it, bring it back)
Winter melted, spring, I felt it
Summertime will never be the same
Without you, my summertime
My summertime

I think about you in the summertime
And all the good times we had, baby
Been a few years and I can't deny
The thought of you still makes me crazy
I think about you in the summertime
I'm sittin' here in the sun with you on my mind
My summertime

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New Kids on the Block

New Kids on the Block (also initialized as NKOTB) are an American boy band from Boston, Massachusetts, assembled in 1984 by producer Maurice Starr. The band consists of brothers Jordan and Jonathan Knight, Joey McIntyre, Donnie Wahlberg, and Danny Wood. more »

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Written by: Donnie Wahlberg, Hakim Abdulsamad, Nasri Atweh

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10 facts about this song

Production
"Summertime" was produced by the well-known music duo Nadir Khayat and Bilal Hajji, also known as RedOne.
Release Date
The song was released on April 29, 2008. It was the first single from the group's sixth studio album, "The Block."
Chart Ranking
"Summertime" charted well internationally. It peaked at number 24 on the Billboard Pop 100 and reached number 80 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States, marking the band's return to the charts after more than a decade.
Reunion Single
This song marked the official return of the New Kids on the Block after a hiatus of 14 years. The band had initially disbanded in 1994.
Music Video
The song's music video, released in June 2008, was directed by Thomas Kloss and Donnie Wahlberg. The video primarily features the band performing at a beach party, aligning well with the track's summer vibe.
Style and Composition
“Summertime” is characterized by its upbeat tempo and pop hook, blending nostalgic and contemporary elements that signified the group’s matured sound.
Performance
"Summertime" was performed live during the band's 2008 "Today Show" appearance, marking their first live performance together after their reunion.
Reception
The song received mostly positive reviews from music critics, with many appreciating its nostalgic elements and catchy hook, while also noting the group's growth as musicians.
Influence
"Summertime" paved the way for other boy bands to make successful comebacks. Its success demonstrated that there was still a market for their music, even after a long hiatus.
Legacy
Despite its limited chart success, "Summertime" remains a fan favorite and an important part of New Kids on the Block's discography due to its significance as their comeback single. It is often included in their setlist for live performances.

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