Summer Nights
Jhon Travolta & Olivia Newton John Lyrics
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Summer lovin' happened so fast
I met a girl crazy for me
Met a boy cute as can be
Summer days drifting away to uh oh the summer nights
Oh well, oh well, oh well-a, huh
Tell me more, tell me more
Tell me more, tell me more
Like does he have a car
Uh huh, uh huh, uh huh
She swam by me she got a cramp
He ran by me got my suit damp
I saved her life she nearly drowned
He showed off splashing around
Summer sun somethings begun but uh oh the summer nights
Oh well, oh well, oh well-a, huh
Tell me more, tell me more
Was it love at first sight?
Tell me more, tell me more
Did she put up a fight?
Dum do be do, do be do, do be, do be, do be dum
Do be do, do be do, do be, do be, do be dum
Took her bowling in the arcade
We went strolling drank lemonade
We made out under the dock
We stayed out 'til 10 o'clock
Summer fling don't mean a thing but uh oh the summer nights
Tell me more, tell me more
But you don't gotta brag
Tell me more, tell me more
'Cause he sounds like a drag
Shooda bop bop, shooda bop bop, shooda bop bop, shooda bop bop
Shooda bop bop, shooda bop bop, shooda bop bop, yeah
He got friendly holding my hand
Well, she got friendly down in the sand
He was sweet just turned eighteen
Well she was good you know what I mean
Summer heat boy and girl meet but uh oh the summer nights
Tell me more, tell me more
How much dough did he spend?
Tell me more, tell me more
Could she get me a friend?
It turned colder that's where it ends
So I told her we'd still be friends
Then we made our true love vow
Wonder what she's doing now
Summer dreams ripped at the seams but oh those summer nights
The lyrics to "Summer Nights" by John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John depict the memorable moments and adventures of a summer romance. The song begins by expressing the excitement and enjoyment that the characters had during their summer fling. The phrase "Summer lovin' had me a blast, Summer lovin' happened so fast" emphasizes the thrilling and fast-paced nature of their encounter. They both meet someone they are attracted to, with the girl being crazy for the singer and the boy being described as cute. The lyrics suggest that these summer days are passing by quickly, emphasizing the fleeting nature of summer romance.
As the song continues, it describes various events that occurred during their time together. The girl suffers a cramp while swimming, and the boy gets the singer's suit wet by running past. This leads to a moment where the singer saves the girl's life, creating a sense of heroism. The boy then shows off and splashes around, perhaps trying to impress the girl. These events contribute to the overall ambiance of carefree summer days and exciting nights.
The lyrics also mention going bowling in the arcade, drinking lemonade while strolling, and making out under the dock. These activities reflect the innocence and playful nature of a summer fling. However, the lyrics also imply that this relationship might not hold much significance beyond the summer. The phrase "Summer fling don't mean a thing" suggests that the romance is temporary and might not lead to a lasting commitment.
Towards the end of the song, the lyrics mention that it turned colder, indicating the end of summer and the end of their romance. The singer tells the girl that they will still be friends, but there is a sense of uncertainty about the future. The final line, "Summer dreams ripped at the seams but oh those summer nights," suggests that while their dreams of a forever love may have been shattered, the memories of those summer nights will remain cherished.
Line by Line Meaning
Summer lovin' had me a blast
The excitement of summer romance brought me so much joy
Summer lovin' happened so fast
The summer romance developed rapidly
I met a girl crazy for me
I encountered a girl who was deeply infatuated with me
Met a boy cute as can be
I met a charming and adorable boy
Summer days drifting away to uh oh the summer nights
As summer days passed, the anticipation of summer nights grew stronger
Oh well, oh well, oh well-a, huh
Expressing a sense of resignation or acceptance
Tell me more, tell me more
I'm eager to hear more details
Did ya get very far
Did your relationship progress significantly?
Like does he have a car
Is he financially stable or able to provide?
Uh huh, uh huh, uh huh
Expressing agreement or understanding
She swam by me she got a cramp
While swimming together, she experienced muscle cramps
He ran by me got my suit damp
He sprinted past me, causing my swimsuit to become wet
I saved her life she nearly drowned
I rescued her from a near drowning incident
He showed off splashing around
He demonstrated his playful and attention-seeking behavior by splashing water
Summer sun somethings begun but uh oh the summer nights
Under the summer sun, a new chapter of our relationship unfolds, but the excitement intensifies during the summer nights
Took her bowling in the arcade
We spent time together at the bowling alley and arcade
We went strolling drank lemonade
We took leisurely walks while sipping refreshing lemonade
We made out under the dock
We passionately kissed and embraced beneath the dock
We stayed out 'til 10 o'clock
We enjoyed each other's company until late in the evening
Summer fling don't mean a thing but uh oh the summer nights
Although it was just a temporary summer romance, the excitement and memories created during the summer nights are unforgettable
Tell me more, tell me more
I'm eager for additional information
But you don't gotta brag
You don't have to boast or exaggerate
Cause he sounds like a drag
Because he seems uninteresting or boring
Shooda bop bop, shooda bop bop, shooda bop bop, shooda bop bop
Nonsensical vocalization, representing a playful sound
He got friendly holding my hand
He became affectionate and held my hand
Well, she got friendly down in the sand
She also became affectionate while we were down on the sandy beach
He was sweet just turned eighteen
He possessed a charming and endearing personality, having recently reached the age of eighteen
Well she was good you know what I mean
She was skilled and experienced in romantic matters, indicating mutual understanding
Summer heat boy and girl meet but uh oh the summer nights
The scorching summer heat created the perfect atmosphere for a boy and girl to come together, and the magic of the summer nights intensified their connection
How much dough did he spend?
How much money did he spend?
Could she get me a friend?
Could she introduce me to someone?
It turned colder that's where it ends
The relationship lost its warmth and reached its conclusion
So I told her we'd still be friends
I reassured her that we would remain friends
Then we made our true love vow
We made a promise of eternal love and devotion
Wonder what she's doing now
Curiosity arises about her current activities or circumstances
Summer dreams ripped at the seams but oh those summer nights
The dreams and aspirations associated with the summer romance fell apart, but the memories of those passionate summer nights remain enduring
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Warren Casey, Jim Jacobs
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