Summer Nights
The London Theatre Orchestra and Cast 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 driftin' away, to uh-oh those summer nights
Uh Well-a well-a 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 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, something's begun, but uh-oh those summer nights
Uh well-a well-a 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?
Uh-huh-uh-huh-uh-huh-uh-huh
Took her bowling in the arcade
We went strolling, drank lemonade
We made out under the dock
We stayed out 'till ten o'clock
Summer fling, don't mean a thing, but uh-oh those summer nights
Uh well-a well-a well-a huh
Tell me more, tell me more
But you don't gotta brag
Tell me more, tell me more
'Cause he sounds like a drag
Shoo-bop bop, shoo-bop bop, shoo-bop bop,shoo-bop bop,
Shoo-bop bop, shoo-bop bop, shoo-bop bop, yeah
He got friendly, holding my hand
While she got friendly down in the sand
He was sweet, just turned eighteen
Well she was good you know what I mean, whoa!
Summer heat, boy and girl meet, but uh-oh those summer nights
Woo, woo, woo, 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 him we'd still be friends
Then we made our true love vow
Wonder what he's doing now
Summer dreams ripped at the seams, but oh those su-ummer nights, tell me more, tell me more!
The lyrics to "Summer Nights" by The London Theatre Orchestra and Cast tell the story of a summer romance between two individuals. The song explores the excitement and memories associated with summer love.
In the opening lines, the singer reflects on the exhilarating experience of summer love, describing it as having a blast and happening quickly. The singer met a girl who was crazy about him and a boy who was cute. The chorus repeats the phrase "Tell me more" twice, suggesting a desire for more information about the encounters.
As the song progresses, the lyrics reveal various details about the summer fling. The girl gets a cramp while swimming, and the boy splashes around to show off. The singer saved the girl from drowning, and they spent time together engaging in activities like bowling and drinking lemonade. There is a sense of innocence and carefree enjoyment in their interactions.
However, the lyrics also convey that this summer romance may not hold significant meaning. As the days drift away, the singer recognizes that a summer fling doesn't necessarily lead to a lasting relationship. The song concludes with a bittersweet tone, as the temperature drops and the singer acknowledges that their summer dreams have ended.
Overall, "Summer Nights" captures the fleeting nature of summer love, the exciting but temporary connections formed during this season of warmth and freedom.
Line by Line Meaning
Summer lovin' had me a blast
I had an incredible, thrilling experience during the summer
Summer lovin' happened so fast
The summer romance developed extremely quickly
I met a girl crazy for me
I encountered a girl who was infatuated with me
Met a boy cute as can be
I came across an extremely attractive and charming boy
Summer days driftin' away, to uh-oh those summer nights
As the summer days pass, I reminisce and long for those memorable summer nights
Uh Well-a well-a well-a huh
Expressing surprise or excitement about what comes next
Tell me more, tell me more
Please provide additional details
Did you get very far?
Did you make significant progress in your relationship?
Like does he have a car?
Does he possess a vehicle?
Uh-huh uh-huh uh-huh uh-huh
Expressing agreement or affirmation
She swam by me, she got a cramp
She was swimming near me and experienced a muscle cramp
He ran by me, got my suit damp
He jogged past me and caused my bathing suit to become wet
I saved her life, she nearly drowned
I rescued her from a near-drowning situation
He showed off, splashing around
He exhibited a showy behavior by splashing in the water
Summer sun, something's begun, but uh-oh those summer nights
The warm summer sun initiated something special, but oh those unforgettable summer nights
Tell me more, tell me more
Please provide more information
Was it love at first sight?
Did they fall in love instantly upon meeting?
Did she put up a fight?
Did she resist or oppose his advances?
Uh-huh-uh-huh-uh-huh-uh-huh
Expressing agreement or affirmation
Took her bowling in the arcade
I accompanied her to a bowling alley in an amusement center
We went strolling, drank lemonade
We leisurely walked together while enjoying lemonade
We made out under the dock
We engaged in romantic activities under the pier
We stayed out 'till ten o'clock
We remained outside until ten o'clock
Summer fling, don't mean a thing, but uh-oh those summer nights
The summer romance is not significant, but oh those unforgettable summer nights
Tell me more, tell me more
Please provide more information
But you don't gotta brag
But there is no need to boast
Cause he sounds like a drag
Because he seems boring or dull
Shoo-bop bop, shoo-bop bop, shoo-bop bop,shoo-bop bop,
Vocalizing rhythmic sounds
Shoo-bop bop, shoo-bop bop, shoo-bop bop, yeah
Continuing the rhythmic vocalizations with enthusiasm
He got friendly, holding my hand
He became affectionate, holding my hand
While she got friendly down in the sand
Meanwhile, she became affectionate while sitting in the sand
He was sweet, just turned eighteen
He was kind and considerate, having recently reached eighteen years of age
Well she was good you know what I mean, whoa!
Well, she was skilled and talented, you understand what I'm saying, whoa!
Summer heat, boy and girl meet, but uh-oh those summer nights
In the summer heat, a boy and girl come together, but oh those unforgettable summer nights
Woo, woo, woo, tell me more, tell me more
Expressing enthusiasm and eagerness for additional information
How much dough did he spend?
How much money did he spend?
Tell me more, tell me more
Please provide more information
Could she get me a friend?
Is it possible for her to find me a companion?
It turned colder, that's where it ends
The weather became colder, and that's where the story concludes
So I told him we'd still be friends
Therefore, I informed him that we would remain friends
Then we made our true love vow
Subsequently, we made a promise of true love
Wonder what he's doing now
I wonder what he is currently occupied with
Summer dreams ripped at the seams, but oh those su-ummer nights
The dreams of the summer romance were shattered, but oh those unforgettable summer nights
Tell me more, tell me more!
Please provide further details
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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