Drawing inspiration from their roots in classic rock and indie pop, Public released their first EP titled "Red" in 2012, quickly establishing a strong local fanbase in Cincinnati. Their energetic performances and infectious sound caught the attention of renowned acts like Walk the Moon, Twenty One Pilots, and Young the Giant, leading to opportunities for the band to support these artists on tour. Public also made appearances at notable festivals including Forecastle, Bunbury, CMJ, and SXSW, exposing them to diverse crowds and expanding their reach.
Following their second EP release, "Let's Make It," and a national tour supporting Walk the Moon, Public ventured to Los Angeles, California, to collaborate with producer Eric Palmquist (known for his work with Mars Volta and Bad Suns). Immersed in a new creative environment and drawing from their experiences on the road, the band embraced alternative and pop influences, resulting in the creation of their 2015 single, "Heartbeating." The release coincided with their national tour alongside Oh Honey and received favorable recognition from respected blogs such as Kings of A&R and Good Music All Day, which praised Public's harmonies and captivating indie style.
In 2019, Public experienced a breakthrough with their single "Make You Mine." Originally self-released in 2015, the song gained significant traction after going viral on TikTok, accumulating over 2.5 million TikTok videos featuring the track. The band's success on the platform and their partnership with Jonas Group Entertainment, headed by Kevin Jonas Sr., caught the attention of major record labels. In July 2019, Public signed with Island Records.
Following their signing, Public released a new version of "Make You Mine" that was mixed by Grammy Award winners Chris Lord-Alge and mastered by Emily Lazar. The track became a sensation on TikTok, reaching the number four spot on the trending charts and accumulating over 7 million streams per week. To date, "Make You Mine" has garnered over 260 million streams. On May 8, the group released their new single "Honey in the Summer," a breezy laid-back love song co-written and produced by John Fields.
Honey In The Summer
Public Lyrics
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Sometimes she gets movin' real slow
And if we have the afternoon
Well, baby, there's no tellin' where we'll go
Yeah, couples out there lovin', I see them on my phone
But I don't have a sweetheart to hold when I'm alone
So I just grab my keys and snag my favorite CD
My honey in the summer
My honey in the summer (summer)
I'm out here burnin' rubber
My honey in the summer, summer
Ooh, ooh, ooh, yeah
Top down, sunshine
Party of one inside my ride
Solo kinda guy
All I got is four-wheel drive
Highway, date night
Record from 1979
Right turn, green light
Long as I got my ride or die
Wish I could show ya (wish I could show)
On a Friday night out
She's liftin' me up (liftin' me up)
With the windows rolled down, down, down, yeah
Yeah, couples out there lovin', I see them on my phone
But I don't have a sweetheart to hold when I'm alone
So I just grab my keys and snag my favorite CD
Cruisin' and it's just me in the front seat, she's so sweet
My honey in the summer
My honey in the summer (summer)
I'm out here burnin' rubber
My honey in the summer, summer
Ooh, ooh, ooh, yeah
Top down, sunshine
Party of one inside my ride (just me)
Solo kinda guy
All I got is four-wheel drive
Highway, date night
Record from 1979
Right turn, green light
Long as I got my ride or die
Yeah, couples out there lovin', I see them on my phone
But I don't have a sweetheart to hold when I'm alone
So I just grab my keys and snag my favorite CD
Cruisin' and it's just me in the front seat, she's so sweet
My honey in the summer
My honey in the summer (summer)
I'm out here burnin' rubber (I'm out here burnin' rubber, baby)
My honey in the summer, summer
Ooh, ooh, ooh, yeah
Top down, sunshine
Party of one inside my ride
Solo kinda guy
All I got is four-wheel drive
Highway, date night
Record from 1979
Right turn, green light
Long as I got my ride or die
The song "Honey In The Summer" by Public speaks to the experience of being content with one's own company during the summertime. The singer reflects on not having a romantic partner to share the season with, but instead finds solace and joy in the simple pleasures of driving alone in their car. The lyrics paint a picture of a carefree and spontaneous adventure, where the destination is unknown and the possibilities are endless. The act of cruising with the windows down and the music playing becomes a form of escapism and a source of comfort.
The chorus repeats the phrase "My honey in the summer," which can be seen as a metaphor for the car itself, representing a trusted companion and source of happiness during the warm months. The car becomes a symbol of freedom and independence, allowing the singer to create their own experiences and find joy in their own company. Despite not having a romantic partner, the singer finds fulfillment in their solitary adventures, embracing their solo lifestyle and making the most of the summer season.
Overall, "Honey In The Summer" celebrates self-reliance and finding joy in the little things. It highlights the idea that one doesn't always need a romantic partner to enjoy life, and that solo adventures can be just as fulfilling.
Line by Line Meaning
I gotta tell ya
I feel the need to express something to you
Sometimes she gets movin' real slow
Occasionally, she moves at a slow pace
And if we have the afternoon
If we have leisure time during the day
Well, baby, there's no tellin' where we'll go
There is uncertainty about the destinations we might explore
Yeah, couples out there lovin', I see them on my phone
I see images of couples showing affection on my phone
But I don't have a sweetheart to hold when I'm alone
Unfortunately, I don't have a romantic partner to embrace in solitude
So I just grab my keys and snag my favorite CD
Hence, I seize my car keys and secure my favorite music CD
Cruisin' and it's just me in the front seat, she's so sweet
Driving leisurely, only I occupy the front seat, and the experience is delightful
My honey in the summer
My cherished companion during the summer season
I'm out here burnin' rubber
I am energetically driving
My honey in the summer, summer
My beloved partner during the summer, repetition for emphasis
Ooh, ooh, ooh, yeah
Expressing excitement and agreement
Top down, sunshine
Having the car's roof open, enjoying the sunlight
Party of one inside my ride
I am the sole participant in this adventure inside my vehicle
Solo kinda guy
I am someone who prefers to be alone
All I got is four-wheel drive
All I possess is a vehicle with four-wheel drive
Highway, date night
Traveling on the highway during an evening planned for oneself
Record from 1979
Listening to music from the year 1979
Right turn, green light
Making a legal right turn when the traffic light is green
Long as I got my ride or die
As long as I have my loyal companion or support system
Wish I could show ya (wish I could show)
I desire to demonstrate something to you (repeat for emphasis)
On a Friday night out
During a night out on a Friday
She's liftin' me up (liftin' me up)
She uplifts my mood and spirits (repeat for emphasis)
With the windows rolled down, down, down, yeah
While driving, I have the windows lowered for a refreshing breeze (repeat for emphasis)
My honey in the summer
My beloved partner during the summer season
My honey in the summer (summer)
My cherished companion during the summer, repetition for emphasis
I'm out here burnin' rubber
I am energetically driving
My honey in the summer, summer
My beloved partner during the summer, repetition for emphasis
Ooh, ooh, ooh, yeah
Expressing excitement and agreement
Top down, sunshine
Having the car's roof open, enjoying the sunlight
Party of one inside my ride (just me)
I am the sole participant in this adventure inside my vehicle (only me)
Solo kinda guy
I am someone who prefers to be alone
All I got is four-wheel drive
All I possess is a vehicle with four-wheel drive
Highway, date night
Traveling on the highway during an evening planned for oneself
Record from 1979
Listening to music from the year 1979
Right turn, green light
Making a legal right turn when the traffic light is green
Long as I got my ride or die
As long as I have my loyal companion or support system
Yeah, couples out there lovin', I see them on my phone
I observe images of couples showing affection on my phone
But I don't have a sweetheart to hold when I'm alone
Unfortunately, I lack a romantic partner to embrace in solitude
So I just grab my keys and snag my favorite CD
Thus, I simply take my car keys and quickly grab my favorite music CD
Cruisin' and it's just me in the front seat, she's so sweet
Driving leisurely, only I occupy the front seat, and the experience is delightful
My honey in the summer
My cherished companion during the summer season
My honey in the summer (summer)
My beloved partner during the summer, repetition for emphasis
I'm out here burnin' rubber (I'm out here burnin' rubber, baby)
I am energetically driving (I am energetically driving, darling)
My honey in the summer, summer
My beloved partner during the summer, repetition for emphasis
Ooh, ooh, ooh, yeah
Expressing excitement and agreement
Top down, sunshine
Having the car's roof open, enjoying the sunlight
Party of one inside my ride
I am the sole participant in this adventure inside my vehicle
Solo kinda guy
I am someone who prefers to be alone
All I got is four-wheel drive
All I possess is a vehicle with four-wheel drive
Highway, date night
Traveling on the highway during an evening planned for oneself
Record from 1979
Listening to music from the year 1979
Right turn, green light
Making a legal right turn when the traffic light is green
Long as I got my ride or die
As long as I have my loyal companion or support system
Lyrics ยฉ Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Ben Lapps, John Fields, John Vaughn Handelsman, Matthew Carter Alvarado
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@FrostyThePenguin
I gotta tell ya
Sometimes she gets movin' real slow
And if we have the afternoon
Well, baby, there's no tellin' where we go
Yeah, couples out there lovin'
I see them on my phone
But I don't have a sweetheart to hold when I'm alone
So I just grab my keys and snag my favourite CD
Cruisin' and it's just me in the front seat, she's so sweet
My honey in the summer
My honey in the summer (summer)
I'm out here burnin' rubber
My honey in the summer, summer
Ooh, ooh, ooh, yeah
Top down, sunshine
Party of one inside my ride
Solo kinda guy, all I got is 4-wheel drive
Highway, date night, record from 1979
Right turn, green light
Long as I got my ride or die
Wish I could show ya (wish I could show)
On a Friday night out
She's liftin' me up (liftin' me up)
With the windows rolled down, down, down, yeah
Yeah, couples out there lovin'
I see them on my phone
But I don't have a sweetheart to hold when I'm alone
So I just grab my keys and snag my favourite CD
'Cruisin and it's just me in the front seat, she's so sweet
My honey in the summer
My honey in the summer (summer)
I'm out here burnin' rubber
My honey in the summer, summer
Ooh, ooh, ooh, yeah
Top down, sunshine
Party of one inside my ride (just me)
Solo kinda guy, all I got is 4-wheel drive
Highway, date night, record from 1979
Right turn, green light
Long as I got my ride or die
Yeah, couples out there lovin'
I see them on my phone
But I don't have a sweetheart to hold when I'm alone
So I just grab my keys and snag my favourite CD
Cruisin' and it's just me in the front seat, she's so sweet
My honey in the summer
My honey in the summer (summer)
I'm out here burnin' rubber (I'm out here burnin' rubber, baby)
My honey in the summer, summer
Ooh, ooh, ooh yeah
Top down, sunshine
Party of one inside my ride
Solo kinda guy, all I got is 4-wheel drive
Highway, date night, record from 1979
Right turn, green light
Long as I got my ride or die
@sherlockjunior8612
To the summer we couldn't have this year, cheers to all awesome people listening to this song! ๐ฅ
@danielhinds7049
R.I.Q to all the legends that knows what q is
@FlashTutorDE
i had summer and it was TOOO HOOT xD
@geetashreeswain1031
Cheers! ๐ฅ
@darriangario3447
I had mine bro
@chrismirasol5087
Cheers
@erickouhai9818
This song is actually really nice.
@gamerxfear4584
No cap
@officialchannel6667
It is the best band for me
@harryflemming9924
if your trans...