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Summer In Siam
The Pogues Lyrics


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When it's summer in Siam

And the moon is full of rainbows

When it's summer in Siam

Though we go through many changes



When it's summer in Siam

Then all I really know is that I truly am



In the summer in Siam

In the summer in Siam

In the summer in Siam



When it's summer in Siam

And the moon is full of rainbows

When it's summer in Siam

When we go through many changes



When it's summer in Siam

Then all I really know is that I truly am



In the summer in Siam

In the summer in Siam

In the summer in Siam

Overall Meaning

The Pogues’ song “Summer In Siam” has a nostalgic quality to it, telling the story of the singer's experiences during summertime in Siam (an old name for Thailand) where the moon is full of rainbows. The lyrics evoke a sense of wonder and enchantment that is typically associated with summertime. The singer acknowledges that while summer in Siam comes with many changes, there’s still a sense of certainty within himself. He knows who he truly is, a sentiment that echoes the idea of self-discovery and self-realization.


The lyrics could also allude to a love story that takes place in the summer in Siam. The imagery of the moon being full of rainbows suggests that the relationship is enchanting and full of emotional connection. While they may be going through many changes, the singer knows that he truly loves this person and that their love is unbreakable. Overall, “Summer In Siam” is a beautiful reflection on the magic and wonder of summertime, and the emotions that come with that season.


Line by Line Meaning

When it's summer in Siam
During the time of year when it's summer in Thailand


And the moon is full of rainbows
When the sky is clear and the moon is shining brightly, reflecting the vibrant colors of the rainbow


When it's summer in Siam
During the hot and humid months of summer in Thailand


Though we go through many changes
Even though we experience a lot of transformations or uncertainties in life


When it's summer in Siam
During the season of hot and humid climate in Thailand


Then all I really know is that I truly am
During this time, I can only be certain of one thing, which is my true essence or identity


In the summer in Siam
During Thailand's hot and tropical summer


In the summer in Siam
Amidst the sweltering heat and humidity of Thailand's summer season


In the summer in Siam
During the period when Thailand experiences its warmest weather




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Comments from YouTube:

@WorldwideWelshman

RIP Shane MacGowan, you legend. Thanks for the music! Love this song! My deepest condolences to all of Shane's family, friends and bandmates. Cariad mawr o Gymru.

@brankapehlic386

@anfeariontach

one of my favourites

@anncharnikevich6108

@ArchStantonify

Your Irish is terrible mo chairde

@Blowin33

I am in Siam watching and listning to this.....Rest in peace Shane thanks for all the beauty you brought into this world.

@sallygould6261

Is it summer there at the moment?😅

@Blowin33

@@sallygould6261 Its actually winter in Siam but the summer will be back soon Sally 🙂

@krisveli8298

Best

@turmelmark

Ireland's greatest poet. Rip, Shane

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