Yet for some reason The Boys occupy a neglected position in relation to London's early Punk scene, probably because they weren't clothed by Sex or managed by Malcolm McLaren. Being tagged the "Punk Beatles" couldn't have helped either, and by '81 they called it quits.
Plagued by mishaps, bad timing and plain bad luck they managed to keep smiling and come up with corking, hyper-speed pop classics like "Brickfield Nights" and "Rue Morgue". In short The Boys were a gem of a band and a total inspiration to any Punk band who value tunes over noise.
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2) Jheryl Busby signed the Abdulsamad Brothers, better known as the Boys, while employed at MCA Records. "The Boys" Khiry (born November 8, 1973), Tajh (born December 10, 1976), Hakim (born March 27, 1975), and Bilal Abdulsamad (born April 17, 1978) started singing in their hometown of Carson, CA, when Bilal was five and Khiry nine. They are best known for their 1988 hit single "Dial My Heart". Today, they live in Gambia on the West Coast of Africa
3) The Boys. Australia (1980), Made "When You're Lonely" 7" a nice new wave/power pop single.
4) The Boys were a Lincoln, Nebraska band power pop group. They put out three singles including "She's All Mine" (1975) and "You Make Me Shake" (1977).
5) The Boys was a powerpop group from Sweden.
6) The Boys is also an all-girl grunge band from Brisbane, Australia. Currently unsigned, they released a self-titled 3-song EP demo (September, 2012).
Summertime
The Boys Lyrics
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Posting pictures partying makes you feel less alone
Sun-kissed, burnt lips, working on that tan
You’re scared of looking the same
Tommy jeans, looking mean
And you’re always acting like you’re running the show
Chasing for the summertime
Maybe it just feels like we’re out of time
Maybe it just feels like we’re out of time
Walking tipsy, sipping on patron, don’t want to go
Posting pictures partying is starting to get old
Sun-kissed, burnt lips, working on that tan
You’re scared of looking the same
Tommy jeans, looking mean
And you’re always acting like you’re running the show
Chasing for the summertime
Maybe it just feels like we’re out of time
Chasing for the summertime
Maybe it just feels like we’re out of time
In the sunsets, feeling stressed, you just want to look the best Oh I know, oh I know
And it’s too little, too late
You just want to escape
Oh you know, oh you know
Heartbeat, heartbeat, heartbeat, heartbeat
Heartbeat, heartbeat, heartbeat, heart
Chasing for the summertime
Maybe it just feels like we’re out of time
Chasing for the summertime
Maybe it just feels like we’re out of time
In the sunsets, feeling stressed, you just want to look the best
Oh I know, oh I know
And it’s too little, too late
You just want to escape
Oh you know, oh you know
The Boys’ song Summertime is a melancholic reflection on how social media has affected human connection and the pressure to always present the best version of oneself. The opening lines suggest that the singer is struggling to get to know someone because they are too absorbed in their phone and posting pictures online. The desire to feel included and validated by the likes and comments received online is highlighted as an attempt to chase away loneliness. However, the chorus “Chasing for the summertime, maybe it just feels like we're out of time” suggests that this pursuit of validation and the endless summer partying is ultimately futile and unfulfilling. The repetition of the lyrics “heartbeats” at the end of the song can also be seen as a plea for meaningful human connection.
The second verse continues this theme of seeking superficial pleasures and wanting to escape from reality. The line “Posting pictures partying is starting to get old” serves as a confession that these actions no longer bring the same satisfaction as before. The mention of “Tommy jeans” and “looking mean” implies that there is a performative aspect of presenting oneself on social media that can be exhausting and unsustainable. Overall, Summertime captures the yearning for genuine connection that can be obscured by the facade of social media.
Line by Line Meaning
It’s hard to get to know you when you’re staring at your phone
Your constant phone usage makes it difficult for others to form a relationship with you
Posting pictures partying makes you feel less alone
You share your experiences on social media to ease your feelings of loneliness
Sun-kissed, burnt lips, working on that tan
You spend time in the sun to achieve a tanned appearance
You’re scared of looking the same
You fear being seen as unoriginal or boring
Tommy jeans, looking mean
You dress in a trendy and fashionable way
And you’re always acting like you’re running the show
You present yourself as being in control and authoritative
Chasing for the summertime
You are seeking the youthful freedom and carefree nature associated with summer
Maybe it just feels like we’re out of time
You feel a sense of urgency to experience life to the fullest before time runs out
Walking tipsy, sipping on patron, don’t want to go
You indulge in excessive drinking to avoid facing reality
Posting pictures partying is starting to get old
Sharing your partying experiences on social media is losing its appeal to you
In the sunsets, feeling stressed, you just want to look the best
You prioritize your physical appearance during sunset, despite feeling overwhelmed
And it’s too little, too late
You realize that your efforts to feel fulfilled through superficial means are insufficient
You just want to escape
You yearn for an escape from the pressures of life
Heartbeat, heartbeat, heartbeat, heartbeat
Your heart continues to beat, representing your desire for adventure and excitement
Chasing for the summertime
You are in pursuit of the fleeting moments of joy and happiness associated with summer
Maybe it just feels like we’re out of time
Your desire to make the most of life is clouded by the feeling that time is running out
Oh I know, oh I know
You acknowledge the reality of your situation
Oh you know, oh you know
You recognize the need for change in order to find fulfillment
Lyrics © DistroKid, RALEIGH MUSIC PUBLISHING
Written by: Robbie Townsend, Steven Sware
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