Under The Boardwalk
Tom Astor/Lynn Anderson Lyrics
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And your shoes get so hot you wish your tired feet were fire-proof
Under the boardwalk, down by the sea, yeah
On a blanket with my baby is where I'll be
(Under the boardwalk) out of the sun
(Under the boardwalk) we'll be havin' some fun
(Under the boardwalk) people walking above
Under the board-walk (board-walk!)
From the park you hear the happy sound of a carousel
Mm-mm, you can almost taste the hot dogs and French fries they sell
Under the boardwalk, down by the sea
On a blanket with my baby is where I'll be
(Under the boardwalk) out of the sun
(Under the boardwalk) we'll be havin' some fun
(Under the boardwalk) people walking above
(Under the boardwalk) we'll be making love
Under the board-walk (board-walk!)
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Oooooh, under the boardwalk, down by the sea, yeah
On a blanket with my baby is where I'll be
(Under the boardwalk) out of the sun
(Under the boardwalk) we'll be havin' some fun
(Under the boardwalk) people walking above
(Under the boardwalk) we'll be falling in love
Under the board-walk (board-walk!)
The song "Under the Boardwalk" paints a vivid picture of a couple seeking refuge from the hot sun by taking refuge under the boardwalk along the seashore. The lyrics describe the discomfort of walking on hot tar and wearing shoes that feel like they are melting, while also highlighting the sounds and smells of the seashore, including the sound of a nearby carousel and the fragrance of hot dogs and fries.
The chorus of the song captures the essence of the couple's desire for escape and intimacy, singing "Under the boardwalk, we'll be havin' some fun...Under the boardwalk, we'll be making love." The boardwalk itself serves as a symbol of their escape from the ordinary world, a place that is both shielded from the sun and filled with the sounds and smells of summertime happiness.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh, when the sun beats down and burns the tar up on the roof
During hot days when the sun is baking the roof and melting the tar, the heat can be unbearable.
And your shoes get so hot you wish your tired feet were fire-proof
The temperature can be so high that one's footwear heats up and feels like it could cause blisters and burns on the feet.
Under the boardwalk, down by the sea, yeah
To escape from the intense heat, the singer plans on going to a place under a boardwalk by the sea.
On a blanket with my baby is where I'll be
The artist intends to spend time cuddling closely with their significant other while relaxing on a beach blanket.
(Under the boardwalk) out of the sun
The boardwalk provides a shady environment that will provide respite from the scorching heat above.
(Under the boardwalk) we'll be havin' some fun
They plan on having a good time while taking advantage of the cool and shaded area provided by the boardwalk.
(Under the boardwalk) people walking above
Although individuals will be walking above them on the boardwalk, it won't interfere with their enjoyment.
(Under the boardwalk) we'll be making love
Utilizing the private space provided by being under the boardwalk, the artist plans on engaging in intimate activities with their partner.
Under the board-walk (board-walk!)
Reinforcing the idea of the boardwalk being their haven from the blazing sun while also expressing enjoyment of the venue.
From the park you hear the happy sound of a carousel
The artist can hear the joyful sounds of the carousel emanating from the nearby amusement park.
Mm-mm, you can almost taste the hot dogs and French fries they sell
The scent of the food being sold in the amusement park is so strong that the singer can almost imagine how the food tastes.
Under the boardwalk, down by the sea
Reiterating their desire to get away from the harsh sunlight and spend time near the ocean in a cooler setting.
On a blanket with my baby is where I'll be
Reinforcing the singer's plans to spend some intimate time cuddling with their partner while under the boardwalk.
(Under the boardwalk) out of the sun
Highlighting that being under the boardwalk will provide a refreshing break from the sun's harmful rays.
(Under the boardwalk) we'll be havin' some fun
Reiterating their plans to enjoy themselves in the shaded and comfortable environment provided by the boardwalk.
(Under the boardwalk) people walking above
The boardwalk is a busy place where multiple people are likely to walk overhead, but the artists are not bothered by this.
(Under the boardwalk) we'll be falling in love
Emphasizing that spending intimate moments in the relaxed atmosphere of the boardwalk will likely lead to deeper feelings of affection for each other.
Under the board-walk (board-walk!)
Reiterating their love for the cool and relaxed atmosphere of the boardwalk.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Arthur Resnick, Kenny Young
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