Someone Somewhere in Summertime

Simple Minds

About Someone Somewhere in Summertime

"Someone Somewhere In Summertime" is a song by Simple Minds released as the third single from the album New Gold Dream (81–82–83–84) in November 1982. Its performance in the UK Singles Chart was significantly poorer than the band's two previous hits, peaking at no. 36 and charting for 5 weeks. Nonetheless, it has become a live favourite. and acclaimed as one of the album's most popular tracks. The song also charted in Ireland, peaking at number 19. Mel Gaynor was the drummer for the song, with Kenny Hyslop and Mike Ogletree being the other session drummers for New Gold Dream (81–82–83–84). No promotional video was made for the song's release, as the band were preparing for a forthcoming tour of the UK. 


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1987
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Stay, I'm burning slow, with me in the rain
Walking in the soft rain, calling out my name
See me burning slow

Brilliant days
Wake up on brilliant days
Shadows of brilliant ways will change all the time
Memories
Burning gold memories
Gold of day memories change me in these times

Somewhere there is some place
That one million eyes can't see
And somewhere there is someone
Who can see what I can see?

Someone, somewhere in summertime
Someone, somewhere in summertime
Someone, somewhere in summertime
Someone, somewhere in summertime

Stay, I'm burning slow, with me in the rain
Walking in the soft rain, calling out my name
See me burning slow

Moments burn, slow burning golden nights
Once more see city lights, holding candles to the flame
Brilliant days, wake up on brilliant days
Shadows of brilliant ways will change me all the time

Somewhere there is some place
That one million eyes can't see
And somewhere there is someone
Who can see what I can see?

Someone, somewhere in summertime
Someone, somewhere in summertime
Someone, somewhere in summertime
Someone, somewhere in summertime
Someone, somewhere in summertime
Someone, somewhere in summertime
Someone, somewhere in summertime
Someone, somewhere in summertime

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Simple Minds

Simple Minds are a Scottish rock band who achieved worldwide popularity from the mid-1980s to the early 1990s. Although experiencing significant personnel changes, it has continued to tour to a cult following through that decade and into the new millennium. more »

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Written by: CHARLES BURCHILL, DEREK FORBES, JAMES KERR, MICHAEL JOSEPH MACNEIL

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6 facts about this song

Release and Chart Performance
"Someone Somewhere in Summertime" was released in 1982 and is a part of Simple Minds' album "New Gold Dream (81–82–83–84)". - The song peaked at number 36 on the UK Singles Chart and remained on the chart for 6 weeks.
Composition
The song presents a dynamic blend of electronic music with rock overtones. - The song is characterized by its dreamy synth-heavy sound and Jim Kerr's reverberating vocals.
Critical Acclaim
"Someone Somewhere in Summertime" has been hailed by critics as one of the signature songs of the band. - AllMusic's Dave Thompson described the song as "a haunting, flowing piece that presents the Simple Minds at their most melodic and entrancing".
Lyrics and Themes
The song has open-to-interpretation lyrics, widely considered to portray summer memories and youthful romance. - The ethereal nuance in the lyrics resonates with a sense of longing and nostalgia.
Live Performances
Simple Minds have frequently performed "Someone Somewhere in Summertime" during their live concerts and it is considered a fan favorite. - It was performed on their 1983 'New Gold Dream Tour' and is still regularly played at their gigs.
Iconic Status
Over the years, "Someone Somewhere in Summertime" has grown to be associated with the band's golden period in the '80s. - The song is regarded as a defining piece in the birth of the art-rock, post-punk sound that Simple Minds came to be known for.

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