Where's Summer B.?

Ben Folds

About Where's Summer B.?

"Where's Summer B.?" is a song from Ben Folds Five's 1995 first album, Ben Folds Five. It was written by Ben Folds and Darren Jessee. The song, though up-tempo, deals with the disappointment of returning to a hometown after being away and seeing things much the same as before.


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2018
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I'd like to tell ya,
Like to tell ya
Tell ya everything
Cause nothing changes,
Ever changes
Doesn't seem the same these days
Dave's been a mess
Since Cheryl left
Just sits at home
And beats back death
And Beth still wears
His stupid dress

There goes Joe Caparo again
With Darren's girlfriend
They're asking where ya been
Like I know
Where ya been
Hey Summer,
Where ya been?

I tried to tell ya,
Tried to tell ya
Took a little bit too long
And now your phone is
Disconnected
And your shit's out
On the lawn
The Hardback Cafe closed down
Now we got Office Town
You shoulda stuck around,
('cause...)

There go Ross and Frank again
They're holding hands
Asking where ya been
Like I know
Where ya been
Hey Summer,
Where ya been?

I could take a train
Or fly away
Maybe write a book
And change my name
I could settle down

(ah.)
(yeah.)
(hell yeah.)

There goes Joe Caparo again
Hey!
That's Darren's girlfriend!
Ross and Frank are holding hands
They been asking where ya been
Hey Summer,
Where ya been?

And I
Could smoke a bowl with Caleb
Or fly away
Or settle down, but
Hey
Hey Summer,
Where ya been?

(oh yeah)

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Ben Folds

Benjamin Scott "Ben" Folds (born September 12, 1966) is an American singer-songwriter and record producer. From 1995-2000, Folds was the frontman and pianist of the alternative rock band Ben Folds Five. After the group temporarily disbanded, Folds performed as a solo artist and has toured all over the world. The group reunited in 2011. He has also collaborated with musicians such as William Shatner, Regina Spektor and "Weird Al" Yankovic and undertaken experimental songwriting projects with authors such as Nick Hornby and Neil Gaiman. In addition to contributing music to the soundtracks of the animated films Over the Hedge, and Hoodwinked!, Folds produced Amanda Palmer's first solo album and has been a judge on the NBC a cappella singing contest The Sing-Off … more »

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Written by: FOLDS, JESSEE

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11 facts about this song

Song Origin
"Where's Summer B.?" is a song by the American alternative rock band, Ben Folds Five which was formed in 1994 by Ben Folds, Robert Sledge, and Darren Jessee.
Album Placement
It is the ninth track on the band's self-titled debut album "Ben Folds Five," which was released on August 8, 1995.
Album Success
The album containing "Where's Summer B.?" reached #132 on the Billboard 200 chart, showing the band's growing popularity.
Song Style
The song stands out due to its blending of alternative rock with energized piano to give a bit of an indie pop vibe.
Song Theme
The titular "Summer B." is never explained, leaving the meaning open to interpretation which gives the song an alluring mystery.
Contemporaneous Commentary
Despite being overshadowed by the band's hit, "Underground", "Where's Summer B.?" garnered some positive attention from critics, who praised its energetic and exuberant composition.
Band Disbandment
Ben Folds Five disbanded in 2000, just five years after the release of "Ben Folds Five" and "Where's Summer B.?", only to reunite for a period from 2011 to 2013.
Live Performance
"Where's Summer B.?" remained a fan favorite during concerts, as its energetic tempo and catchy melody made it a thrilling live performance piece.
Diverse Influence
"Where's Summer B.?" showcased the band's diverse influences, blending elements of rock, pop, and jazz to create a unique sound.
Song Writing Process
Ben Folds was known for his satirical and often ironic lyrics; however, "Where's Summer B.?" offers lyrics that tap into the universal theme of longing, showing his diverse songwriting skills.
Legacy
Despite being over two decades old, "Where's Summer B.?" holds up as a classic Ben Folds Five song that captures the band's distinct sound and energy.

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