Theme from a Summer Place
Various Artists Lyrics


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There's A Summer Place
Where It May Rain Or Storm
Yet I'm Safe And Warm
For Within That Summer Place
Your Arms Reach Out To Me
And My Heart Is Free From All Care
For It Knows
There Are No Gloomy Skies
When Seen Through The Eyes
Of Those Who Are Blessed With Love
And The Sweet Secret Of
A Summer Place
Is That It's Anywhere
When Two People Share
All Their Hopes
All Their Dreams
All Their Love
There's A Summer Place
Where It May Rain Or Storm
Yet I'm Safe And Warm
In Your Arms, In Your Arms




In Your Arms, In Your Arms
In Your Arms, In Your Arms

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Theme From A Summer Place by Various Artists speaks to the idea of finding refuge and safety in the arms of someone you love. The song opens with the suggestion of a physical location, a "summer place", which can be exposed to adverse weather conditions such as storms and rain, but represents a haven for the singer. The imagery suggests that regardless of the external environment, the warmth and protection of love can be found in the embrace of the beloved, offering comfort and security. The singer then goes on to describe how this love brings a sense of joy and freedom from all worries, adding that when in love, even the bleakest of situations can appear bright, and no skies are gloomy when viewed through the eyes of the blessed. The "sweet secret" of this summer place is that it can be found anywhere when two people come together to share their hopes, dreams and love, suggesting that love is a universal language that knows no physical boundaries.


The song is notable for its simple yet emotive lyrics, which express universal sentiments about love and its power to transform people's lives. The melody, which is gentle and soothing, perfectly complements the lyrics, offering a sense of calm and serenity to the listener. Theme From A Summer Place was released in 1959, and quickly became a hit, reaching the number one spot on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The song's popularity endures, and it has been covered by numerous artists over the years, including Percy Faith and his orchestra, who recorded the original version. The song has also featured in several movies and TV shows, including The Simpsons, Mad Men, and The Sopranos, introducing it to new generations of listeners.


Line by Line Meaning

There's A Summer Place
There is a place that feels like summer


Where It May Rain Or Storm
Even when it rains or storms there, it still feels like summer


Yet I'm Safe And Warm
Despite any external weather conditions, I feel secure and comfortable


For Within That Summer Place
Inside that place that feels like summer


Your Arms Reach Out To Me
Your loving embrace surrounds me


And My Heart Is Free From All Care
I feel carefree and light-hearted because of your presence


For It Knows
Because my heart understands


There Are No Gloomy Skies
There are no dark or negative thoughts or feelings


When Seen Through The Eyes
When viewed from the perspective


Of Those Who Are Blessed With Love
By those who are fortunate enough to experience love


And The Sweet Secret Of
And the beautiful truth about


A Summer Place
That place that feels like summer


Is That It's Anywhere
It doesn't have to be a physical location, it can be a state of mind or feeling


When Two People Share
When two individuals come together to


All Their Hopes
Share their aspirations and desires


All Their Dreams
Share their ambitions and aspirations


All Their Love
Share their love and affection for one another


There's A Summer Place
There is that place/feeling of summer again


Where It May Rain Or Storm
Even though it may rain or storm outside of that place


Yet I'm Safe And Warm
I still feel secure and comfortable, thanks to your loving embrace


In Your Arms, In Your Arms
Being in your embrace, surrounded by your love and warmth


In Your Arms, In Your Arms
Emphasizing the safety and comfort found in their lover's embrace


In Your Arms, In Your Arms
A joyful repetition of the line, expressing that deep affection and gratitude for the feeling of safety and warmth in their lover's embrace




Writer(s): MAX STEINER

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