Summer In Hell
Fred Schneider Lyrics
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Are there any marshmellows?
Hey!
Hi Fred
Y'know, I never thought I'd see you down here
Ha! Where'd ya think I was going?
Boy, it sure is hot
Hey! Look! All our friends are here
It's always sumer in hell. Summer in Hell, brrrr
You can feel the fire
And the party goes on forever. The party goes on forever!
And! You'll see all your friends! Summer in hell
It's always the season. Summer in Hell
And that's the reason everybody's havin' a good time
Everybody's havin' a good time, always!
Havin' one helluva time!
'Cause I know a place that's always hot and the lights are never low
A place you can go
I know a place where the lights are bright
I know a place where the fires are never low
I know a place where everyone goes
Summer in hell!
You can feel the fire
You can feel it 'cause there's millions of pyres!
The hottest time in the hottest place
And don't be ashamed to show your face
'Cause everyone you know will be there
Everyone you know will be there. Summer in hell!
Hey, look whos coming
Ooo, I always knew she'd be here! She was fun!
Hi guys! Y'know, when the man with the big book up there said,
"Looks like it's downstairs for you little lady," I thought
"Oh great, an eternity with a bunch of politicans and cooperate executives,
You know, dullsville! But, when I saw all the celebrities
And fun people, I said, "Heyy, not bad!"
Well here we go
The greatest time in the darndest place!
And don't be ashamed to show your face
'Cause the party goes on forever!
The party goes on forever and and ever and ever and ever
Summer In hell!
This heat's gona curdle my girdle!
My underalls are on fire!
Oh stop that! You're such a devil!
The song "Summer In Hell" by Fred Schneider is a satirical take on the concept of the afterlife, where he imagines that even in hell, there could be a never-ending party. The lyrics start with a reference to the famous Led Zeppelin song "Stairway to Heaven" and negate the idea that one can buy their way to heaven. The conversation then shifts to a group of friends who are acknowledging that they are in hell, but at least they can have fun constantly. The setting of the song is a gathering in hell where people are enjoying the hottest and wildest party ever. The chorus repeats the idea that "It's always summer in hell" and encourages everyone to have a good time because it's the season all year round.
The song mocks the seriousness of the afterlife and subverts the traditional ideas of heaven and hell. Even though the lyrics mention the burning fires and heat, the party seems to be a lot of fun, and everyone who is anyone is there. This playful take on eternal damnation is clever and funny, and the witty lyrics in combination with the catchy tune make this song a delight to listen to.
Line by Line Meaning
Fool, you can't buy a stairway to heaven!
No matter how much money you have, you cannot bribe your way into heaven.
Hey! Hi Fred
A greeting between two friends named Hey and Fred.
Y'know, I never thought I'd see you down here
Fred is surprised to see his friend Hey in hell.
Ha! Where'd ya think I was going?
Fred finds Hey's question about his whereabouts amusing.
Boy, it sure is hot
The temperature in hell is extremely high.
Well it ain't the north pole
Fred sarcastically remarks that hell isn't a cold place like the north pole.
Hey! Look! All our friends are here
Fred and Hey are surrounded by their acquaintances in hell.
It's always sumer in hell. Summer in Hell, brrrr
Despite the absence of seasons, it always feels like summer in hell.
You can feel the fire
The high temperature is tangible in hell.
And the party goes on forever. The party goes on forever!
There is no end to the never-ending celebration in hell.
And! You'll see all your friends! Summer in hell
In spite of their location, Fred and Hey get to enjoy the company of their comrades in hell.
It's always the season. Summer in Hell
The perpetual feeling of summer is independent of any weather changes in hell.
And that's the reason everybody's havin' a good time
The pleasant environment and the presence of fun people makes everyone happy in hell.
Everybody's havin' a good time, always!
There is never a dull moment in hell as everyone is constantly enjoying themselves.
Havin' one helluva time!
Having the best time possible in hell.
'Cause I know a place that's always hot and the lights are never low
Fred knows that hell is always hot and bright, with no dimming.
A place you can go
Hell is a place that is accessible to anyone who deserves it.
I know a place where the lights are bright
The brightness in hell is a distinguishing feature Fred knows about.
I know a place where the fires are never low
Fred is aware of the high temperature that never falters in hell.
I know a place where everyone goes
Hell is a place where everyone who deserves it goes.
Summer in hell!
Hell always feels like summer.
You can feel it 'cause there's millions of pyres!
The high temperature is notable due to the presence of countless fires in hell.
The hottest time in the hottest place
Hell is not only hot, but it's also the hottest place there is.
And don't be ashamed to show your face
No one should feel embarrassed about being in hell since everyone there deserves to be.
Cause everyone you know will be there
Everyone Fred and Hey know are indeed present in hell.
Hi guys! Y'know, when the man with the big book up there said, "Looks like it's downstairs for you little lady," I thought"Oh great, an eternity with a bunch of politicans and cooperate executives,You know, dullsville! But, when I saw all the celebritiesAnd fun people, I said, "Heyy, not bad!"
A female acquaintance greets Fred and Hey and explains how she initially feared being in hell, but is pleasantly surprised to find celebrities and fun people there.
Well here we go
Fred is ready to continue experiencing the enjoyment of hell.
The greatest time in the darndest place!
Even in hell, it's possible to have the best time ever.
And the party goes on forever!
The celebration is endless and never-ending in hell.
The party goes on forever and and ever and ever and ever
The celebration continues indefinitely and repeatedly.
This heat's gona curdle my girdle!
The high temperature in hell is extremely uncomfortable for Fred.
My underalls are on fire!
Fred's undergarments are feeling the heat of hell too.
Oh stop that! You're such a devil!
Hey teases and jokes around with Fred, playfully mocking him in the situation they're in.
Contributed by Miles J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.