Here Comes the Summer

The Undertones

About Here Comes the Summer

"Here Comes the Summer" is a song originally written and recorded by Northern Irish band the Undertones. The song was inspired by the Ramones and was written in 1978 by the band's principal songwriter, John O'Neill. It was included, initially as an album track, on their eponymous debut LP, which was released in May 1979. A faster version of "Here Comes the Summer" was recorded in mid-1979 and released on 13 July, reaching number 34 in the UK Singles Chart on 4 August that year. It was the Undertones fourth single and, at just one minute and 45 seconds long, is their shortest single. The initial album recording of "Here Comes the Summer" was first released on CD by Dojo Records under the title The Undertones, the original album of the Undertones. The album recording was also released on the 2009 Salvo Music re-release of the Undertones' eponymous debut album. 


Year:
1994
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Oh baby baby what can I do
You know you drive me crazy when I'm looking at you
The summer's really here and it's time to come out
Time to discover what fun is about

Here comes the summer
Here comes the summer
Here comes the summer

Keep looking for the girls with their faces all tanned
Lying on the beaches all covered in sand
Stretching out their long legs lying in the sun
They know they're beautiful they're having fun

Here comes the summer
Here comes the summer
Here comes the summer

Here comes the summer
Here comes the summer
Here comes the summer
Here comes the summer

Keep looking for the girls with their faces all tanned
Lying on the beaches all covered in sand
Stretching out their long legs lying in the sun
They know they're beautiful they're having fun

Here comes the summer
Here comes the summer
Here comes the summer
Here comes the summer

Here comes the summer
Here comes the summer
Here comes the summer
Here comes the summer

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The Undertones

The Undertones are a punk rock/New Wave band formed in Derry, Northern Ireland, in 1975. From the period of 1975 to 1983, the Undertones consisted of Feargal Sharkey (vocals), John O'Neill (rhythm guitar, vocals), Damian O'Neill (lead guitar, vocals), Michael Bradley (bass, vocals) and Billy Doherty (drums). Although much of the earlier Undertones material drew influence from punk rock and new wave, the Undertones also incorporated elements of rock, glam rock and post-punk into material released after 1979, before citing soul and Motown as the influence for the material released upon their final album. The Undertones released thirteen singles and four studio albums between 1978 and 1983 before Sharkey announced his intention to leave the band in May 1983, cit… more »

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Written by: JOHN JOSEPH O'NEILL

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10 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"Here Comes the Summer" by The Undertones is classified as Punk Rock, a genre known for its aggressive and energetic style.
Release Year
This song was released in 1979, during the dynamic period of New Wave and Punk Rock music.
Album Information
"Here Comes the Summer" was a part of the self-titled debut album by The Undertones, which was a crucial part of the punk rock movement in the UK.
Chart Success
Despite its popularity, "Here Comes the Summer" did not chart on the UK Top 40. However, it remains one of the band's most famous songs.
Record Label
The song was released under the record label Sire, known for promoting bands from the punk and new wave genre.
Song's Theme
The song's joyful theme of summer and vacation days is contrasted by the fast-paced punk rock rhythm and shouted vocals, a trademark of The Undertones' music.
Band Origin
The Undertones are originally from Northern Ireland, part of the UK's vibrant punk scene in the late 70s.
Band Members
The Undertones consisted of five members - Feargal Sharkey, John O'Neill, Damian O'Neill, Michael Bradley and Billy Doherty. John O'Neill was the primary songwriter on "Here Comes the Summer."
Duration
"Here Comes The Summer" is a brief song, with a running duration of just under 2 minutes.
Legacy
The Undertones' song "Here Comes the Summer" has been covered by numerous bands and has been featured in various movies, demonstrating its enduring legacy in the punk rock genre.

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