Songs About Summer Time

Updated May 1, 2024

Thinking about Songs About Summer Time, there is no limit to the performs who have written about this topic. We put together 25 of the top ones.

Summertime Sadness by Lana Del Rey

From the album, Born To Die - The Paradise Edition, released on November 12, 2012

"Summertime Sadness" is a song by American singer and songwriter Lana Del Rey from her second studio album, Born to Die (2012). The song was written by Del Rey and Rick Nowels, and produced by Nowels. It is a dream pop and baroque pop song and was released as the fourth single from the album on June 22, 2012. The song's melancholic lyrics are about the feeling of having a summer romance come to an end. The chorus of "Summertime Sadness" features a repetition of the line "Kiss me hard before you go," which has been described as "haunting". The song received critical acclaim, with critics praising its production and Del Rey's vocal performance. Commercially, the single proved to be a success, peaking at number six on the Billboard Hot 100 and being certified double platinum by the RIAA. A music video for "Summertime Sadness" was directed by Yoann Lemoine and released on June 22, 2012.

Quittin' Time by Zach Bryan

From the album, Summertime Blues, released on July 15, 2022

"Quittin' Time" is a song by American singer-songwriter Zach Bryan. The song, which was released on his 2020 album, Lake Effect, is an ode to the idea of rest and relaxation after a hard day of work. The song follows a weary narrator as he looks forward to the end of his workday when he can finally relax. The song was produced by Zac Brown, who also plays guitar and banjo on the track. The instrumentation features a prominent acoustic guitar as well as subtle percussion and backing vocals. The lyrics are simple and poetic, and the overall tone of the track is one of gentle nostalgia and reflection.

SUMMER TIME SADNESS HARDSTYLE by SICK LEGEND

From the album, SUMMER TIME SADNESS HARDSTYLE, released on July 21, 2022

"Summer Time Sadness Hardstyle" is a hardstyle track by Sick Legend featuring vocals from Yara Sophia. It was released in 2020 on the label Dim Mak. The track begins with a soft piano introduction before transitioning into a hardstyle beat with a powerful bassline and sharp synth leads. The vocals from Yara Sophia add emotion and depth to the track, providing a melancholic vibe as well as an uplifting chorus. The song takes inspiration from Lana Del Rey’s Summertime Sadness and has been a hit with hardstyle fans.

Doin' Time by Sublime

From the album, Sublime, released on July 30, 1996

"Doin' Time" is a song by the American reggae/skate punk band Sublime, released as the third single from their self-titled third studio album (1996). It was written and produced by the band's frontman, Bradley Nowell, and first released in November 1997. The song is a melodic reggae-influenced track, combining heavy ska and punk elements. The song's central themes focus on the struggles of life and the idea of feeling incarcerated. The song's lyrical content is based on the movie Cool Hand Luke (1967), with lines such as "I can hear that whistle blowin', I can hear that captain's shout" being a direct reference to the movie. The song was produced by Bradley Nowell and recorded at the band's home studio, Total Access in Redondo Beach, California. It features Nowell on vocals and guitar, Eric Wilson on bass, and Bud Gaugh on drums. It was mixed by David Kahne at Electric Lady Studios in New York City.