Summer Day
Tom Odell Lyrics


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Sometimes the winter gets me down
The pitter patter of the rain upon the window sound
I lay inside my head
Then I remember what my pretty little friend, she said

(Ah), I have only got to see your face
And you show me how
(Ah), it can be a summer day
Honey, all year round

I don't know much about society
Or if we're growing up quicker than we're meant to be
But when you put your hands in my hands
You speak a language only us can understand

(Ah), I have only got to see your face
And you show me how
(Ah), it can be a summer day
Honey, all year round

Stop crying, stop crying
And the birds, they'll come right out
You know they're like a little king
Stop lying, stop lying
And you'll never have a doubt
You know, soon it will be spring
You know, you really are the prettiest thing

(Ah), I have only got to see your face
And you show me how
(Ah), it can be a summer day
Honey, all year round
(Ah), it can be a summer day
Honey, all year round




(Ah), it can be a summer day
Honey, all year round

Overall Meaning

Tom Odell's "Summer Day" is about finding happiness in the midst of a gloomy season, both literally and metaphorically. The song starts with him talking about how the winter gets him down, the sound of raindrops on the window making him feel trapped in his own thoughts. However, he remembers something that his friend told him - that just seeing her face can make it feel like a summer day, no matter the time of year.


The second verse talks about his inability to understand societal norms and how he feels like everyone is growing up too quickly. Yet, when he holds hands with his friend, they both feel like they are speaking a language only they can understand. The chorus emphasizes the power of this connection - just one look at her face and he instantly feels happy. Even if it's technically still winter outside, he says that it can feel like summer all year round.


The bridge talks about stopping negative behaviors - crying and lying - and embracing hope for the future. He compares this to the arrival of spring, and how everything will start to feel brighter soon. Finally, Tom compliments his friend, proclaiming that she is the prettiest thing, further emphasizing the power of their bond.


Overall, "Summer Day" is a song about finding light in dark times and how love and companionship can make even the toughest season feel like summer.


Line by Line Meaning

Sometimes the winter gets me down
The cold and dreary winter season can sometimes bring me down and impact my mood negatively.


The pitter patter of the rain upon the window sound
When it rains, the sound of raindrops hitting my window is a constant reminder of the gloomy and depressing weather outside.


I lay inside my head
I retreat into my own thoughts and emotions, perhaps feeling trapped or isolated in my own mind.


Then I remember what my pretty little friend, she said
Recalling a positive, uplifting message from a kind friend can provide a sense of comfort and hope during tough times.


Ah, I have only got to see your face
Seeing your face alone can bring me immense joy and happiness.


And you show me how
Being around you and experiencing your positive energy can help me see things in a more optimistic light.


It can be a summer day
Your presence can make any moment feel warm, bright, and full of life - just like a perfect day in summer.


Honey, all year round
Your positive impact on me is not just limited to the summer season, but can be felt all year round.


I don't know much about society
I am not well-versed in the complex workings of society or the various ways in which it changes and evolves over time.


Or if we're growing up quicker than we're meant to be
I sometimes wonder if the pace of modern life is too fast, causing us to grow up and mature more quickly than is natural or healthy.


But when you put your hands in my hands
When we hold hands, it feels like we are creating a unique connection that only the two of us can understand and appreciate.


You speak a language only us can understand
Our special bond and shared experiences allow us to communicate in a way that is meaningful and personal to us alone.


Stop crying, stop crying
Don't let sadness or negative emotions consume you or take over your life.


And the birds, they'll come right out
If you can overcome your sadness, there will be beauty and joy waiting for you, just like how birds come out to sing after a rainstorm.


You know they're like a little king
Birds are like small monarchs, ruling over their little corner of the world in their own unique and beautiful way.


Stop lying, stop lying
Don't deceive yourself or others - instead, face the truth and deal with reality head-on.


And you'll never have a doubt
By being honest and straightforward, you can eliminate doubt and confusion from your life and find clarity and purpose.


You know, soon it will be spring
No matter how tough and bleak life may seem, know that there are always brighter, more promising days ahead - just like springtime following winter.


You know, you really are the prettiest thing
You are beautiful and special in every way, and I feel fortunate to have you in my life.




Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Thomas Peter Odell

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Maria Sîrboiu

Lyrics:

Sometimes the winter gets me down
The pitter patter of the rain upon the window sound
I lay inside my head
Then I remember what my pretty little friend she said

(Ah) I have only got to see your face
And you show me how
(Ah) It can be a summer day
Honey all year round

I don't know much about society
Or if we're growing up quicker than we're meant to be
But when you put your hands in my hands
You speak a language only us can understand

(Ah) I have only got to see your face
And you show me how
(Ah) It can be a summer day
Honey all year round

Stop crying
Stop crying
Oh they'll come right out

Stop lying
Stop lying
You'll never have a doubt
You know soon it will be spring
You know you really are the prettiest thing

(Ah) I have only got to see your face
And you show me how
(Ah) It can be a summer day
Honey all year round
(Ah) It can be a summer day
Honey all year round
(Ah) It can be a summer day
Honey all year round.

Thank you all for the appreciation!



All comments from YouTube:

I make YouTube confused

This video is like a live stream from my mind during exams

Damian

And not necessarily in summer :)

S G

SAME

Michaela D

😂😂😂

ngoc minh han

so true

Milan Urbaník

I wish I remembered school stuff as fast as this.. :D

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LeVampir

I just love it 😍😍😍😍

Adam Bouzidi

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Beatris Redkliff

The most happiest song of all Tom's songs ever

Afraid Monsters

it's pretty sad toned.

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