Under The Boardwalk
Drifters [the] Lyrics
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And your shoes get so hot you wish your tired feet were fire proof
Under the boardwalk, down by the sea, yeah
On a blanket with my baby is where I'll be
(Under the boardwalk) out of the sun
(Under the boardwalk) we'll be havin' some fun
(Under the boardwalk) people walking above
Under the boardwalk, boardwalk!
From the park you hear the happy sound of a carousel
Mm-mm, you can almost taste the hot dogs and French fries they sell
Under the boardwalk, down by the sea
On a blanket with my baby is where I'll be
(Under the boardwalk) out of the sun
(Under the boardwalk) we'll be havin' some fun
(Under the boardwalk) people walking above
(Under the boardwalk) we'll be making love
Under the boardwalk, boardwalk!
Ooh, under the boardwalk, down by the sea, yeah
On a blanket with my baby is where I'll be
(Under the boardwalk) out of the sun
(Under the boardwalk) we'll be havin' some fun
(Under the boardwalk) people walking above
(Under the boardwalk) we'll be falling in love
Under the boardwalk, boardwalk!
In this classic Drifters song, "Under the Boardwalk," the lyrics paint a picture of a perfect summer day spent with a loved one. The first verse describes the heat beating down on the roof and the hot pavement of the boardwalk, but the couple finds relief by heading down to the beach and hiding away under the boardwalk. The second verse evokes the sounds and smells of a seaside park with a carousel and vendors selling hot dogs and French fries. The chorus repeats the refrain of "under the boardwalk" and emphasizes the fun and potential for romance that can be found there.
The lyrics to "Under the Boardwalk" are simple and straightforward, but they convey a sense of nostalgia and romance that has resonated with generations of listeners. The image of a couple snuggled up under the boardwalk, away from the crowds and the sun, is a timeless one that captures the innocence and joy of young love. The song has been covered by many artists over the years and remains a beloved classic that continues to evoke summertime and seaside romance for listeners of all ages.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh when the sun beats down and burns the tar up on the roof
It's really hot outside and everything is burning under the sun.
And your shoes get so hot you wish your tired feet were fire proof
Your feet get so hot because of the burning sun that you wish they were protected.
Under the boardwalk, down by the sea, yeah
We're going to escape the heat and go under the boardwalk by the sea.
On a blanket with my baby is where I'll be
We'll be lying on a blanket together.
(Under the boardwalk) out of the sun
We'll be staying out of the hot sun under the boardwalk.
(Under the boardwalk) we'll be havin' some fun
We'll be enjoying ourselves while under the boardwalk.
(Under the boardwalk) people walking above
People will be walking on the boardwalk over our heads.
(Under the boardwalk) we'll be falling in love
We'll be falling in love while under the boardwalk.
From the park you hear the happy sound of a carousel
You can hear a carousel nearby in the park.
Mm-mm, you can almost taste the hot dogs and French fries they sell
You can almost smell and taste the food being sold nearby.
Under the boardwalk, down by the sea
We'll still be under the boardwalk by the sea.
On a blanket with my baby is where I'll be
We'll still be lying on a blanket together.
(Under the boardwalk) we'll be making love
We'll be intimate while under the boardwalk.
Ooh, under the boardwalk, down by the sea, yeah
We're still under the boardwalk by the sea, and it feels good.
(Under the boardwalk) out of the sun
We're avoiding the hot sun under the boardwalk.
(Under the boardwalk) we'll be havin' some fun
We'll continue to enjoy ourselves while under the boardwalk.
(Under the boardwalk) people walking above
People are still walking on the boardwalk over our heads.
(Under the boardwalk) we'll be falling in love
We'll continue to fall in love while under the boardwalk.
Under the boardwalk, boardwalk!
We're still under the boardwalk and it's great!
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., CARLIN AMERICA INC, BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: ARTHUR RESNICK, KENNY YOUNG
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Axgoodofdunemaul
Even as a teenager, I thought there was something special about this song. It still gives me goose bumps, fifty years later. If you see a white-haired old man riding past on his bicycle singing this under his breath, it's me.
@ooihockkhai2899
i love the rolling stones version
@stevenwhite2708
Good I like
@raidkoast
+Axgoodofdunemaul
I thought i was the only one.
But more often then not i just sing some metal... But old music is good too. :P
@salhesper3799
+Axgoodofdunemaul same here for a 64 year old woman...........:-)
@terrywelsh8235
I think the drifters did this song better than anyone else did.
@StarskyandDutch
My father passed a few nights ago. I’ve been a wreck ever since. He was on his last leg of cancer treatment, basically beat it then got pneumonia. Somehow avoided getting corona. I miss him a ton. He wasn’t talking that night but was able to see and hear my sister and I. I played this song for him, it was one of his favorites. It hurts to write this, but love ya dad. And shoutout to the drifters for making an absolute timeless classic.
@allison9501
I'm sorry for your loss. My friends mother passed a few weeks ago. I know its not the same, but may your father rest in piece.
@StarskyandDutch
Chris Cramer sending condolences to you and your friend. And thank you!
@Etcher
My dad passed last month at 81. I'm right there with you. We used to listen to this song together when I was a kid and he was working on his boat. I dream about him every night.