Suddenly Last Summer

The Motels

About Suddenly Last Summer

"Suddenly Last Summer" is a hit song by new wave band the Motels. It was the lead-off single from their RIAA Gold-certified fourth album Little Robbers. The single entered the Hot 100 at #60 on September 3, 1983 and peaked at #9 on November 19, 1983.


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It happened one summer, it happened one time
It happened forever, for a short time
A place for a moment, an end to dream
Forever I loved you, forever it seemed

[Chorus: x2] 
One summer never ends, one summer never began
It keeps me standing still, it takes all my will
And then suddenly last summer
Sometimes I never leave, but sometimes I would
Sometimes I stay too long, sometimes I would
Sometimes it frightens me, sometimes it would
Sometimes I'm all alone and wish that I could

And then suddenly last summer

[Chorus]

And then suddenly last summer

Until suddenly last summer
And then suddenly last summer
Until suddenly last summer

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The Motels

The Motels are a New Wave music band from the Los Angeles area best known for "Only the Lonely" and "Suddenly Last Summer", each of which peaked at number nine on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1982 and 1983, respectively. Their song "Total Control" reached No. 4 on the Australian charts in 1980. Martha Davis (born January 19, 1951), the lead singer, reformed a version of the band called "The Motels featuring Martha Davis" in 1998; as of 2010[update] she continues to appear under that name with various line-ups of musicians. more »

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Written by: MARTHA EMILY DAVIS

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15 facts about this song

Band
"Suddenly Last Summer" was recorded by the American rock band The Motels. The band was led by Martha Davis, who is known for her smoky, sultry voice.
Album
The song is from the band's fifth studio album, "Little Robbers".
Chart Performance
This song was released in 1983 and peaked at number 9 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart. It remained on the chart for 19 weeks.
Inspiration
The song's lyrics was reportedly drawn from vocalist Martha Davis' nostalgia for childhood summers.
Music Video
The music video for "Suddenly Last Summer" was directed by Russell Mulcahy, critically praised and widely aired on broadcast and cable television networks.
End of Year Chart
In 1984, the song debuted at number 60 on Billboard's Year-End Hot 100 chart.
Live Performances
The Motels have frequently included "Suddenly Last Summer" in their concert playlists.
Cover Versions
Several artists, including Freedy Johnston, have covered the song in their live sets, indicating a strong influence in the music industry.
Style
The song notably mixes new wave and pop genres, a common style among 80s hits.
Song Duration
The original song length is approximately 3 minutes and 42 seconds.
Single Release
"Suddenly Last Summer" was the first single released from their "Little Robbers" album.
Songwriting
Lead vocalist Martha Davis is credited as the sole writer of the song.
Critical Reception
Critics often praise "Suddenly Last Summer" for its dreamy nostalgia, evocative lyrics, and memorable melody.
Legacy
More than three decades after its release, "Suddenly Last Summer" remains one of The Motels' most recognized and beloved songs.
Chart Consistency
The song charted on the Billboard Top 40 in November 1983, where it stayed for eleven weeks.

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