When we are tired of the cold and longing for the sun, summer is the first and foremost thing that comes to our mind. Floats, swimsuits, and mouth-watering appetizers- it is so much fun when our favorite summer season arrives. So, whether you like dancing to pop hits, or in love with soothing jazz, or like songs about surfing, we have a soundtrack for your sunny afternoons. So, choose your favorite song from this playlist and make your warm-weather summer afternoons a lot more happening.
1.’The Boys of Summer’ by Don Henley:
The Boys of Summer was released in 1984 by Eagles vocalist and drummer Don Henley. Henley wrote the lyrics, and its music was composed by Mike Campbell of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. The song highlights the different stages of life and love in the warm summer evenings.
2. ‘Summer in the City’by the Lovin’ Spoonful:
The Lovin’ Spoonful recorded this song, and John Sebastian, Steve Boone, and Mark Sebastian wrote the lyrics. This song features jackhammer noises and car horns during the instrumental bridge to represent the noisy city.
3. ‘EMOTIONS’-By Mariah Carey:
It is the second studio album by Mariah Carey, released on Sept 17, 1991. This song debuted at number four on the Billboard 200 and is one of the most quintessential summer anthems of the 90s. You can feel the summer vibes in this song.
4. ‘VACATION’ by the Go-Gos:
It is the first single from the album ‘Vacation’. This song became one of the Go-Go’s highest charting singles, reaching no.8 on the Billboard Hot 100. Also, this song makes you dream of a vacation you are planning to take with your friends. This hit number resonates even more now since we are in quarantine.
5. SUMMERTIME-By DJ Jazzy Jef & The Fresh Prince:
This song is the nostalgia that takes you back to the good old summer times. Smooth lyrics from ‘The Fresh Prince’ take listeners back to cherish the summer evenings. From family reunions to playing cricket, the happy childhood memories rush with every beat of this song. This song had won a Grammy Award for Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group at the 1992 Grammy Awards.
6. ‘Under the Boardwalk’-By The Drifters:
No other song captures the vitality of boardwalk revelry quite like this classic. It is a pop song written by Kenny Young and Arthur Resnick and recorded by the Drifters in 1964. It debuted at number four on the Billboard Hot 100. The ode to the place where surf and sand meet is practically the soundtrack of the fresh summer.
7. ‘California girls’-By Beach Boys:
It is a song by the American rock band the Beach Boys. Brian Wilson and Mike Love wrote the lyrics of California girls. The lyrics of the song describe an appreciation for the qualities of girls around the world. It reached number 3 position on the Billboard Hot 100. It was also in the top 10 hits in several other countries. It is hard not to envision beaches and bikinis when listening to this Beach Boys song.
8. ‘Hot stuff’-By Donna Summer:
This song sizzles with sultry lyrics and unforgettable riffs. This song is by American singer Donna Summer from her seventh studio album Bad Girls. It is the second of four songs to reach number 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. It won the Grammy Award for Best Female Rock Vocal Performance.
9. ‘Springsteen’-By Eric Church:
This song was composed by Church, Ryan Tyndell, and Jeff Hyde. This song got appreciated by the audience and had strong lyrics making it one of the top country songs of 2012. Church’s heart-tugging lyrics made this single a top pick to add to your backyard summertime playlist.
10. ‘Happy’- By Pharrell Williams:
It is one of the best songs produced, written, and performed by Pharrell Williams. This song has been highly successful in the United States, United Kingdom, and other 19 countries. A live rendition of the song won the Grammy Award for Best Pop Solo Performance. This positive; single makes you happy and cheerful at the same time. You cannot help but imagine sunshine and rainbows when you listen to this ‘Happy’ song.
11. ‘Cruel Summer’-By Bananarama:
Undoubtedly, it is the most enduring summer song of the 80s that takes you back to your summer vacations. The song ranked number eight on the UK Singles Chart in 1983. It reached number 44 on VH1’s 100 greatest songs of the ’80s.
12. ‘HOT FUN IN THE SUMMERTIME’-By Sly and the Family Stone:
Sly and the Family Stone recorded this funky number. The single ranked at number 2 position on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 pop singles chart. This track sets the stage for summer times.
13. SCHOOLS’-By Alice Cooper:
This soulful track got recorded as the title track of Alice Cooper’s fifth album. It ranked number 7 on the Billboard Hot 100. This song signals the start of summer like- the last day of school. This song will be on repeat once you hear it.
14. ‘CRAZY IN LOVE’-By Beyonce:
Beyonce recorded this lovely single featuring rapper Jay-Z. It was number 1 on hit in the United States and the United Kingdom and reached the top ten in various countries worldwide. This song speaks on being ‘crazy’ in love.
15. ‘SUMMER NIGHTS’- By Rascal Flatts:
Rascal Flatts recorded this ‘Summer nights’ track. It is an up-tempo country song celebrating summertime by inviting others to join in a party.
Summertime means no work and just a chance to hang out with your friends at home and listen to all these incredible summer songs. So, now let your summer playlist do the talking and you do the chilling.
