This Summer

Squeeze

About This Summer

"This Summer" is a song by Squeeze released as the first single from their eleventh album, Ridiculous. Two versions of the single were released, each with entirely different B-sides. Disc 1 contained a live cover of Britpop group Blur's song "End of a Century". The single peaked at number 36 in the UK Singles Chart in September 1995. A remix reached number 32 in the UK Chart in August 1996.


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Brain engages mouth 
Mouth expresses thoughts 
Of how we shared those fun fair rides 
Beneath the darkness of the night 
Time can crowd the head 
Like a sardine can 
The summer that began to blur 
Has put us on the calendar 

This summer there won't be a cloud in the sky 
I'm so made up I feel I could take off and fly 
This summer we've pulled all the sheets off the bed 
I'm so happy I can't get you out of my head 
This summer I am so in love with you 

Mornings pass us by 
As curtains hide the sun 
Nights we spent out of control 
Like two flags wrapped around a pole 

I see the helter skelter lights 
And hear the music in the breeze 
And when we're skimming stones tonight 
It feels so good that you're with me 

This summer there won't be a cloud in the sky 
I'm so made up I feel I could take off and fly 
This summer we've pulled all the sheets off the bed 
I'm so happy I can't get you out of my head 
There's no reason to ever feel lonely again 
This summer I am so in love with you

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Squeeze

Squeeze are a British band that came to prominence in the United Kingdom during the New Wave period of the late 1970s and continued recording successfully in the 1980s and 1990s. They are known in the UK for their hit songs "Cool for Cats", "Up the Junction", "Tempted", "Labelled With Love", "Black Coffee In Bed", "Another Nail in My Heart","Pulling Mussels (From the Shell)" and "Hourglass". Though not as commercially successful in the U.S., Squeeze had American chart hits with "Tempted", "Hourglass" and "853-5937", and they have a dedicated following there and continue to attract new fans. All of Squeeze's hits were written by band members Chris Difford and Glenn Tilbrook, with the former penning the lyrics and the latter handling the composition. The duo we… more »

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Written by: CHRIS DIFFORD, GLENN TILBROOK

Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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15 facts about this song

Release Date
"This Summer" by Squeeze was published on June 4, 1995.
Album
"This Summer" belongs to the album "Ridiculous", the eleventh studio album by the British New Wave band, Squeeze.
Genre
The song fits into the pop-rock genre, demonstrating the trademark Squeeze technique of a catchy melody line backed by strong, driving rhythms.
Songwriters
The song was written by Chris Difford and Glenn Tilbrook.
Director
An engaging music video set on a bright, sunny beach was released for "This Summer". The video was directed by Lawrence Jordan, known for his distinct visual style.
Chart Performance
“This Summer” peaked at No. 33 on the U.K. Singles Chart - a commendable standing, though not the band’s highest.
Lyrics
The track captures the bittersweet memories of summer, masterfully encapsulating the unique Squeeze blend of melancholy and optimism.
Live Performances
“This Summer” has featured in several of Squeeze's live shows, often filling fans with nostalgia for long-gone days of summer.
Band Lineup
At the time of recording "This Summer", Squeeze consisted of Glenn Tilbrook, Chris Difford, Keith Wilkinson, and Kevin Wilkinson.
Re-release
In 2007, "Ridiculous" was re-released and featured a bonus disc of rare and previously unreleased tracks. "This Summer" was included in this special edition.
Critical Reception
Critics have praised "This Summer" for its poignant lyrics and catchy composition, typical of the accessible yet thoughtful pop Squeeze is known for.
Commercial Success
Although not the most commercially successful track by Squeeze, "This Summer" holds a special place in the hearts of fans and remains a timeless classic.
Song Duration
The duration of "This Summer" is exactly 3 minutes and 12 seconds.
Background
At the time of writing and recording this song, Squeeze was going through a phase of transition, which is subtly reflected in the emotive nature of the track.
Notable Performance
"This Summer" was notably performed at Glastonbury in 2008 - one of the performances that marked the band's triumphant return to the music scene.

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