Summer in the City
Dune & Sand Lyrics

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Late nights in Malibu
No one but me and you
Said you were cold so I took off my coat
And told you to keep it
Feeling like it's yesterday
We were driving up the PCH
Sun in my eyes
Had you on my mind

Oh I couldn't hide it
I know I know we're running out of time
But I hope it's not too late
Can we fall in love
Fall in love this summer?
Something going on
Do you feel it coming?
Can we fall in love
Fall in love this summer?
Something going on
Do you feel it coming?
I don't wanna lose you now
Cuz I hate it when you're not around
Can we fall in love
Can we fall in love
Fall in love this summer?
Strawberry ice cream
One spoon for you and me
Sweet like your lips
I'm craving your kiss
I wish that I had it
I know I know we're running out of time
But I hope it's not too late
Can we fall in love
Fall in love this summer?
Something going on
Do you feel it coming?
Can we fall in love
Fall in love this summer?
Something going on
Do you feel it coming?
I don't wanna lose you now
Cuz I hate it when you're not around
Can we fall in love
Can we fall in love
Fall in love this summer?
Can we fall in love
Fall in love this summer?
Something going on
Do you feel it coming?
Can we fall in love
Fall in love this summer?
Something going on
Do you feel it coming?
I don't wanna lose you now
Cuz I hate it when you're not around
Can we fall in love

Can we fall in love
Fall in love this summer?

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Summer In The City" by Dune & Sand depict a romantic summer encounter, specifically in the setting of Malibu. The singer reminisces about a past moment when they were alone with someone special, mentioning how they took off their coat for them when they were cold. The lyrics evoke a sense of nostalgia, as the singer recalls driving up the Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) with the sun in their eyes and that person on their mind.

The chorus expresses a desire to fall in love during the summer, with the singer questioning if they can indeed find love in this season. They mention that something is happening or brewing, and inquire if the other person senses it too. There is some urgency in the lyrics, as the singer acknowledges that time is running out but hopes it's not too late to experience love together. The bridge brings up the imagery of sharing strawberry ice cream, a sweet and intimate moment, and emphasizes the longing for the other person's kiss.

Overall, "Summer In The City" portrays a wistful longing for a summer romance and the fear of losing the person they care about. It captures the essence of a fleeting and passionate summer love.

Line by Line Meaning

Late nights in Malibu
We spent intimate and memorable nights together in Malibu.

No one but me and you
There was no one else around, just the two of us.

Said you were cold so I took off my coat
You mentioned feeling cold, and I immediately offered my coat to keep you warm.

And told you to keep it
I insisted on you keeping my coat, expressing my care and concern for you.

Feeling like it's yesterday
The memories of those moments feel fresh and vivid, as if they happened just yesterday.

We were driving up the PCH
We had a romantic drive along the Pacific Coast Highway.

Sun in my eyes
The sunlight was shining directly into my eyes.

Had you on my mind
You were constantly on my thoughts and in my heart.

Oh I couldn't hide it
I couldn't conceal or suppress my feelings for you.

I know I know we're running out of time
I am aware that our time together is limited, and there is a sense of urgency.

But I hope it's not too late
Despite the limited time, I hold onto the hope that we still have a chance.

Can we fall in love
Is it possible for us to experience the beautiful feeling of romantic love?

Fall in love this summer?
Could this summer be the time when we develop deep affection and passion for each other?

Something going on
There is definitely an extraordinary and captivating atmosphere between us.

Do you feel it coming?
Can you sense the love and connection growing between us?

I don't wanna lose you now
I don't want to be separated from you at this moment.

Cuz I hate it when you're not around
Your absence is an unpleasant feeling for me.

Can we fall in love
Is it possible for us to experience the beautiful feeling of romantic love?

Can we fall in love this summer?
Could this summer be the time when we develop deep affection and passion for each other?

Strawberry ice cream
The flavor of ice cream we shared, symbolizing sweetness and pleasure.

One spoon for you and me
We shared a moment of unity and togetherness through sharing one spoon.

Sweet like your lips
The taste of the ice cream was reminiscent of the sweetness of your lips.

I'm craving your kiss
I have a strong desire and longing for your passionate kiss.

I wish that I had it
I yearn for the continued presence of that delightful experience.