They were formed in Tokyo in 1999, and debuted as a trio the same year with 長尾大 (Dai Nagao) as composer and leader. In 2003 their greatest hits album Do The Best achieved million sales in Japan.
The group disbanded in September 2005 and performed their last live concert at the Nippon Budokan. Each member moved onto other musical projects: Tomiko Van began a solo career; Ryo Owatari dedicated his time to the 3-piece band Missile Innovation and supporting other bands/artists on guitars; and Dai Nagao continued acting as a composer for various Avex Trax artists.
After 3 years of inactivity, the band announced their comeback on September 29, 2008 (the same day they originally began activities as a band and the same day they disbanded in 2005).
Summer Days
Do As Infinity Lyrics
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Frozen cocktails and night fireworks
What's so great about them anyway?
Summer day, let it be some other day
Seaside motels and sex on the beach
Don't be thinking, I went all the way
I hate summer days
That's jammed for blocks and blocks
They ain't getting nowhere
Still miles and miles left to go
Strutting down the street, the girls, they try to impress their boyfriend-to-be
I give up and don't try, every day is a bad hair day
Guys, they come up with lame pick-up lines
Desperate to just get laid
Damn, give me a freaking break!
Summer days, I can't stand the summer days
Frozen cocktails and night fireworks
What's so great about them anyway?
Summer day, let it be some other day
Seaside motels and sex on the beach
Don't be thinking, I went all the way
Goddamn, summer days
Kate was the one who said that life was meant to be enjoyed
Stop crinkling your face, everything will turn out okay
Serving from table to table, up and down the aisle
Had on a face I'd never seen
Whatever happened to her
Who has stolen your smiles away?
Who said that summer can brighten the mood of fate?
Nothing is going to change
Damn, give me a freaking break!
Summer days, I can't stand the summer days
Frozen cocktails and night fireworks
What's so great about them anyway?
Summer day, let it be some other day
Seaside motels and sex on the beach
Don't be thinking, I went all the way
Who needs summer days?
Summer days, they have never been the same
Once you left and were out of my sight
Leaving no trace behind
Summer day, why, oh, why on a summer day?
You were gone without saying goodbye
Taking it all away
No more summer days
The song "Summer Days" by Japanese band Do As Infinity is an expression of disgust towards a supposedly fun and exciting time of the year. The lyrics mock the usual summer activities such as going to the beach, drinking frozen cocktails, watching night fireworks, and engaging in casual sex. The singer is basically telling the listener that she hates summer because it is crowded, noisy, and fake. The song speaks of a character named Kate, who is probably a server in a restaurant. The singer is asking what happened to her as she no longer smiles like she used to. Moreover, the song also touches on the idea of summer being a deceptive season that gives false hope. The singer acknowledges that summer cannot change one's fate, and life remains the same whether it's summer or not.
Line by Line Meaning
Summer days, I can't stand the summer days
I dislike the hot weather and everything that comes with it.
Frozen cocktails and night fireworks
I don't see the appeal of these summer stereotypes.
What's so great about them anyway?
I'm questioning why these things are considered enjoyable.
Summer day, let it be some other day
I'd rather not deal with summer at all.
Seaside motels and sex on the beach
I refuse to engage in these stereotypical summer activities.
Don't be thinking, I went all the way
I want to make it clear that I didn't participate in those activities.
I hate summer days
I have a strong dislike for the summer season.
Rushing down the traffic to the beach
The traffic is terrible and people are struggling to get to the beach.
That's jammed for blocks and blocks
The traffic is backed up for a long distance.
They ain't getting nowhere
Despite trying to get to the beach, they're making no progress.
Still miles and miles left to go
They have a long distance left to travel.
Strutting down the street, the girls, they try to impress their boyfriend-to-be
The girls are trying to impress potential partners.
I give up and don't try, every day is a bad hair day
I've given up on trying to impress others and am just dealing with a bad hair day.
Guys, they come up with lame pick-up lines
Men are trying to flirt with cheesy, unimpressive lines.
Desperate to just get laid
Men are only interested in hooking up.
Damn, give me a freaking break!
I'm tired of these types of interactions.
Goddamn, summer days
I'm becoming increasingly frustrated with the summer season.
Kate was the one who said that life was meant to be enjoyed
My friend Kate used to have a more positive outlook on life.
Stop crinkling your face, everything will turn out okay
I'm trying to convince myself to be more positive.
Serving from table to table, up and down the aisle
I'm working hard at my job as a server.
Had on a face I'd never seen
Kate looked different when I saw her last.
Whatever happened to her
I'm wondering what's been going on with Kate.
Who has stolen your smiles away?
I'm concerned about Kate's lack of happiness.
Who said that summer can brighten the mood of fate?
I'm questioning whether summer really is a mood-booster.
Nothing is going to change
I'm feeling pessimistic about the future.
Who needs summer days?
I don't think summer is needed or necessary.
Summer days, they have never been the same
Life has been different since you left.
Once you left and were out of my sight
You left and I haven't seen you since.
Leaving no trace behind
You didn't leave any indication of where you went.
Summer day, why, oh, why on a summer day?
I'm questioning why you left on a summer day specifically.
You were gone without saying goodbye
I was surprised and hurt that you didn't say goodbye.
Taking it all away
Your departure has had a big impact on me.
No more summer days
Without you, I don't see any reason to experience the summer season.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: D.A.I
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@DianaJaramilloFlores
La única canción de do as infinity que está totalmente en inglés 😊
@noobsfansub
i love this song, it brings me wayyyyy back to my teenage years. thanks!!
@vangthao5503
Still a gem after all these years
@Yuzuriha69
No esperaba que de forma tan reciente subieran la canción y con Lyrics!, de verdad vuelvo a mi juventud hace ya algunos años.
Thanks for sharing with us.
@katelynnc7997
I love this song 🤘
@clau_sing_
My theme song for summer
@aH0WL
I loved this song :3 Thanks for uploading it!
@exow0w541
+aH0WL Glad you liked it! Thanks for watching
@mewjounouchi
Thank you for uploading this!!!
@exow0w541
+mewjounouchi You're welcome! Thanks for watching