Yellow Claw first gained popularity in the middle of 2010, after founding and hosting a night party at one of Amsterdam's most famous night clubs, the Jimmy Woo. During 2012 and 2013, they released a number of successful singles, which charted on the Dutch and Belgian national charts: "Krokobil", "Nooit Meer Slapen", "Thunder" and "Last Night Ever". The music videos for the singles became viral, each gaining over four million views on YouTube. During that time, Yellow Claw performed at many Dutch festivals, such as DirtyDutch Festival, Sneakerz Festival, Latin Village Festival and Solar Festival.
In 2013, Yellow Claw signed to Diplo's label Mad Decent. On 7 March 2013, they released their first international EP Amsterdam Trap Music. In June, they performed at Diplo and Friends on BBC Radio 1, and in July – at the 2013 Tomorrowland Festival. On 26 September 2013, they put out their second EP, titled Amsterdam Twerk Music.
On 1 November 2013, after signing to Spinnin' Records, the group released their first international single "Shotgun", featuring vocals from Dutch singer Rochelle. The single peaked at number 10 in the Netherlands and number 20 in Belgium. On 8 November 2013, Yellow Claw released a collaboration single with Flosstradamus, titled "Pillz", under Fool's Gold Records and Ultra Music.
In 2015, Yellow Claw released their debut studio album, Blood for Mercy. The album's lead single, "In My Room" features American record producer DJ Mustard and American rappers Ty Dolla Sign and Tyga.
On 22 June 2016, Yellow Claw announced on their official Facebook page that MC Bizzey decided to leave the group since he became a father. EDC Las Vegas 2016 was their last show as a trio.
In March 2017, Yellow Claw released their second studio album called Los Amsterdam. The album's included several hit song such as "Light Years" featuring Rochelle, "City On Lockdown" featuring Lil Debbie, "Good Day" features DJ Snake & Elliphant, "Hold on to Me" featuring GTA. The album released under Mad Decent Label.
On July 2017, Yellow Claw Performed on the Mainstage of Tomorrowland 2017, this mark their first ever act on the Mainstage.
Summertime
Yellow Claw Lyrics
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Out late at night, with you standing by my side
Maybe it's the lights or the way you touch your skin on mine
I don't know why, but this feels like summertime
When I catch you alone, just you and me
Make you my own, you're all I need
I'm here alone, just here for you
We can go to my place
Turn off all lights
No need for phone calls
Yeah, we can kill time
You know what you want
I know what I need
You want a good time
Girl, you can trust me
(I don't know why, why, why)
(I don't know why, why, why)
(I don't know why, why, why)
(I don't know why, why, why)
(I don't know why, why, why)
(I don't know why, why, why)
(I don't know why, why, why)
(I don't know why, why)
I don't know why, but you look like paradise
Think it's your eyes, or your tan skin, no clothes, for what
This is the night, and we're running out of time
I don't know why, but you look like paradise
When I catch you alone, just you and me
Make you my own, you're all I need
I'm here alone, just here for you
Make you my own, if you want it, too
We can go to my place
Turn off all lights
No need for phone calls
Yeah, we can kill time
You know what you want
I know what I need
You want a good time
Girl, you can trust me
(I don't know why, why, why)
(I don't know why, why, why)
(I don't know why, why, why)
(I don't know why, why, why)
(I don't know why, why, why)
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I don't know why
The lyrics to Yellow Claw and San Holo's song Summertime evoke the feeling of summer and the excitement and passion that can come with it. The verses describe being out late at night with someone special, the lights and the way they touch each other creating a summertime vibe, even if it isn't actually summertime. The chorus repeats the phrase "I don't know why" several times, adding to the sense of spontaneity and excitement that the song is trying to convey. The second verse continues in the same vein, with the singer admiring the person they're with and feeling like they're running out of time.
The overall message of the song seems to be about seizing the moment and enjoying the passion and excitement of being with someone you're attracted to. The lyrics encourage listeners to take risks and not let opportunities slip by, to make the most of their time together and create memories that will last long past the summer season.
Overall, Summertime is a catchy and upbeat song that captures the feeling of summer and the excitement of being with someone special. It encourages listeners to live in the moment and enjoy the time they have together.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't know why, but this feels like summertime
I can't explain it, but being with you feels like the very essence of summer.
Out late at night, with you standing by my side
We're up past bedtime, and you're here by my side.
Maybe it's the lights or the way you touch your skin on mine
The sparkling lights, your touch on my skin, something about it is giving me summer vibes.
When I catch you alone, just you and me
When we're together and no one else is around.
Make you my own, you're all I need
I want to claim you as mine, nothing else matters.
I'm here alone, just here for you
I'm here for you and no one else, just us.
Make you my own, if you want it, too
I want us to be exclusively together, if you want the same thing.
We can go to my place
Let's go to my place.
Turn off all lights
We don't need any distractions, let's turn off the lights.
No need for phone calls
We don't need to worry about phone calls or anything else, just us.
Yeah, we can kill time
We have all the time in the world to spend together.
You know what you want
You know what you want from me.
I know what I need
I know what I need from you.
You want a good time
You want to have fun with me.
Girl, you can trust me
You can trust me to make sure we have a good time together.
I don't know why, but you look like paradise
I don't know why, but you look like my very own paradise.
Think it's your eyes, or your tan skin, no clothes, for what
It might be your stunning eyes or the way your tan skin looks against your clothes-less body.
This is the night, and we're running out of time
This is our moment, and we can't waste any time.
Lyrics © DistroKid, Downtown Music Publishing, CTM Publishing, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Jim Taihattu, Nils Rondhuis, Sander van Dijck, Sophie Simmons, Thom van der Bruggen
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@dimashadiwardani
[Verse 1]
I don't know why, but this feels like summertime
Out late at night, with you standing by my side
Maybe it's the lights or the walk that your skin on mine
I don't know why, but this feels like summertime
[Pre-Chorus]
When I catch you alone, just you and me
Make you my own, you're all I need
I'm here alone, just here for you
Make you my own, if you wanted to
[Chorus]
We can go to my place. Turn off all lights
No need for phone calls
Yeah, we can kill time
You know what you want, I know what I need
You want a good time
Girl, you can trust me
(I don't know why, why, why)
(I don't know why, why, why)
(I don't know why, why, why)
(I don't know why, why, why)
(I don't know why, why, why)
(I don't know why, why, why)
(I don't know why, why, why)
(I don't know why, why)
[Verse 2]
I don't know why, but you look like paradise
Think it's your eyes, or your tan skin no close, for what
This was the night, and we're running out of time
I don't know why, but you look like paradise
[Pre-Chorus]
When I catch you alone, just you and me
Make you my own, you're all I need
I'm here alone, just here for you
Make you my own, if you wanted to
[Chorus]
We can go to my place. Turn off all lights
No need for phone calls
Yeah, we can kill time
You know what you want, I know what I need
You want a good time
Girl, you can trust me
(I don't know why, why, why)
(I don't know why, why, why)
(I don't know why, why, why)
(I don't know why, why, why)
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(I don't know why, why, why)
(I don't know why, why, why)
[Outro]
I don't know why
@xMikeHouseMusic
Dude, I'm in love with the guitar solo, aaaaaaaaaaa AAAAAAAAAAAAA
@sonthien5370
San Holo
@pumpkinheadzj-o437
“aaaaaaaaaa AAAAAAAAA” I can feel your hype 🙃
@aryannedecastro6693
Me too!
@Ruf9119
Me too!
@teekeshwarsinha6377
Aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa can't explain just aaaaaaaaa 🔥🔥🔥🔥
@sanholobeats
my hands were freezing off during this video shoot, at least i got to stand on a car
@turbo4374
I love you San !
@user-qg3hr7ow9e
hahaha I love youuu 🙌🏻. did you coproduce the beat too? or just played guitar?
@lart556
you got to stand on a car and also play guitar at the same time , amazing track dude ! <3