Summer
War
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Ridin' 'round town with all the windows down Eight track playin' all your fav'rite sounds The rhythm of the bongos fill the park The street musicians tryin' to get a start 'Cause it's summer Summer time is here Yes it's summer My time of year Yes it's summer My time of year Stretched out on a blanket in the sand Kids of all ages diggin' Disneyland Rappin' on the C.B. radio in your van We'll give a big ten four to the truckin' man 'Cause it's summer Summer time is here Yes it's summer My time of year Yes it's summer My time of year Young boys playin' stick ball in the street Fire hydrants help to beat the heat Old man feeding pigeons in the square Nighttime finds young lovers walking there 'Cause it's summer Summer time is here Yes it's summer In Atlantic City or out in Malibu Or any where between, I'm telling you When you feel those balmy breezes on your face Summer time is the best time any place 'Cause it's summer Summer time is here Yes it's summer My time of year 'Cause it's summer Summer time is here (yes it is) Yes it's summer My time of year 'Cause it's summer Summer time is here Yes it's summer (yes it is) My time of year
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Written by: MARK ANDREW PONTIUS, NICHOLAS OLIVER RUTH, PABLO SIGNORI, SAMANTHA BARBERA, SIDNEY ANTHONY MILLER
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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13 facts about this song
Song Release"Summer" is a song by the American band "War". It was released in 1976 as a single.
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Chart PerformanceThe song was a huge commercial success. It peaked at number 7 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
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Record LabelThis track was released through United Artists Records, a major American record label.
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Album InclusionIt was also part of "Greatest Hits," War's second compilation album that was released in the same year.
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Group Line-UpDuring the release of "Summer," War had a seven-member line-up which included Eric Burdon, formerly of The Animals.
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LyricsThe song's lyrics evoke the freedom, warmth, and fun that come with the summer season.
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Music Style"Summer" is best described as a funk rock song infused with elements of jazz, soul, and rock music.
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Cultural ImpactEven decades after its release, "Summer" is still frequently played on oldies radio stations and has been used in several movies and TV shows.
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Cover VersionsOver the years, this War classic has been covered by various artists, which speaks volumes about its timeless appeal.
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Critical Acclaim"Summer" is often considered one of War's best songs, praised for its catchy melodies and engaging lyrics.
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Sample UseThe track has been sampled in several other songs, most notably by the rapper Ice Cube in his hit "It Was a Good Day".
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Popular RecognitionIn 2014, Spin magazine ranked "Summer" as the fifth "Best Summer Song of All Time", proving its enduring popularity.
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Song DurationThe original studio version of "Summer" runs for approximately seven minutes and 13 seconds, fairly long for a pop single.
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