Girls in Their Summer Clothes

Bruce Springsteen

About Girls in Their Summer Clothes

"Girls in Their Summer Clothes" is a song by American recording artist Bruce Springsteen, from his album Magic. Matched with a pop-oriented melody, Springsteen's full-throated singing, and a pop-orchestral arrangement, the lyric portrays a series of warm small-town vignettes: Frankie's Diner, an old friend on the edge of town, The neon sign spinning round, Like a cross over the lost and found. Fluorescent lights flicker over Pop's Grill, Shaniqua brings the coffee and asks "Fill?" and says, "Penny for your thoughts now my boy, Bill""Girls in Their Summer Clothes" has been cited as a singularly "breezy" song on the album, though A. O. Scott of The New York Times notes: "Not that 'Girls in Their Summer Clothes' is untouched by melancholy. Its narrator, after all, stands and watches as the girls of the title 'pass me by.'" Jay Lustig of The Star-Ledger writes that the song "unfolds gradually and at its own eccentric pace, with the music, and Springsteen's vocals, getting progressively more intense." 


Year:
2007
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Well the street lights shine
Down on Blessing Avenue
Lovers they walk by
Holdin' hands two by two

A breeze crosses the porch
Bicycle spokes spin 'round
Jacket's on, I'm out the door
Tonight I'm gonna burn this town down

And the girls in their summer clothes
In the cool of the evening light
The girls in their summer clothes
Pass me by

Kid's rubber ball smacks
Off the gutter 'neath the lamp light
Big bank clock chimes
Off go the sleepy front porch lights

Downtown the store's alive
As the evening's underway
Things been a little tight
But I know they're gonna turn my way

And the girls in their summer clothes
In the cool of the evening light
The girls in their summer clothes
Pass me by

Frankie's Diner's
Over on the edge of town
Neon sign spinnin' round
Like a cross over the lost and found

Fluorescent lights
Flicker above Bob's Grill
Shaniqua brings a coffee and asks "fill?"
And says "penny for your thoughts now my boy Bill"

She went away
She cut me like a knife
Hello beautiful thing
Maybe you could save my life

In just a glance
Down here on Magic Street
Love's a fool's dance
I ain't got much sense but I still got my feet

And the girls in their summer clothes
In the cool of the evening light
The girls in their summer clothes
Pass me by

And the girls in their summer clothes
In the cool of the evening light
The girls in their summer clothes
Pass me by

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Bruce Springsteen

Bruce Frederick Joseph Springsteen (born September 23, 1949), nicknamed "The Boss", is an American singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist who records and tours with the E Street Band. Springsteen is widely known for his brand of heartland rock, poetic lyrics, Americana sentiments centered on his native New Jersey and his lengthy and energetic stage performances, with concerts from the 1970s to the present decade running up to an uninterrupted 250 minutes in length. more »

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Written by: BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN

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11 facts about this song

Album Release
"Girls in Their Summer Clothes" is a song by Bruce Springsteen from his album "Magic," which was released in 2007.
Chart Performance
The song became quite popular and peaked at No. 95 on the Billboard Singles Chart in the United States.
Grammy Award
In 2008, "Girls in Their Summer Clothes" won the Grammy Award for Best Rock Song.
Song Inspiration
Springsteen was reportedly inspired by old-pop influences when writing the song, creating a nostalgic, classic feeling with the lyrics and melody.
Lyric Interpretation
The lyrics are often perceived as a longing for youth and warmth, with Springsteen expressing desires for youthful romance amidst the fading vibrancy of a beach town.
Music Video
A music video for the song was released, directed by Mark Pellington. It was shot in the winter months, contrasting the summer element in the song.
Critical Reception
Critics praised the song for its beautiful melody, with some comparing it to the works of other artists such as The Beach Boys for its sense of nostalgic yearning.
Song Cover
Swedish artist Moneybrother created a well-known cover of "Girls in Their Summer Clothes," introducing the song to a new audience.
Live Performances
"Girls in Their Summer Clothes" was performed frequently during Springsteen's Magic tour, further increasing its popularity.
Recognition
Rolling Stone magazine included the song in its list of the 100 Best Songs of 2007, denoting its significance in that year.
Song Message
It captures Springsteen's nostalgia for youth and simpler times, showcasing his intricate storytelling ability as a songwriter. The song has been interpreted as a poignant commentary on growing old and changes in life.

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