Those Lazy-Hazy-Crazy Days of Summer
Nat King Cole
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Roll out those lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer Those days of soda and pretzels and beer Roll out those lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer Dust off the sun and moon and sing a song of cheer Just fill your basket full of sandwiches and weenies Then lock the house up, now you're set And on the beach you'll see the girls in their bikinis As cute as ever but they never get 'em wet Roll out those lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer Those days of soda and pretzels and beer Roll out those lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer You'll wish that summer could always be here Roll out those lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer Those days of soda and pretzels and beer Roll out those lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer Dust off the sun and moon and sing a song of cheer Don't hafta tell a girl and fella about a drive-in Or some romantic moon it seems Right from the moment that those lovers start arrivin' You'll see more kissin' in the cars than on the screen Roll out those lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer Those days of soda and pretzels and beer Roll out those lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer You'll wish that summer could always be here You'll wish that summer could always be here You'll wish that summer could always be here
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Written by: Charles Tobias, Hans Bradtke, Hans Carste
Lyrics © Downtown Music Publishing
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11 facts about this song
Artist Background"Those Lazy-Hazy-Crazy Days of Summer" was performed by Nat King Cole, an influential American jazz musician and singer. Cole was renowned for his baritone voice and was one of the first African Americans to host a television variety show, The Nat King Cole Show, in the 1950s.
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Release DateThe song was released in 1963, toward the end of Cole's career. Despite this, the track has remained one of his most popular and endearing hits.
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Chart Performance"Those Lazy-Hazy-Crazy Days of Summer" achieved considerable success, reaching #6 on the Billboard Hot 100 charts and #1 on the Easy Listening charts.
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Album SuccessThe song was the title track of the same-titled album which peaked at #14 on the Billboard 200.
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SongwritersThe hit song was penned by Hans Carste and Charles Tobias. The duo had a string of successful songs throughout the 1940s and 1950s, writing for many notable artists including Perry Como and The Andrews Sisters.
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GenreThis track exemplifies Cole's sophisticated pop style, combining elements of jazz and easy listening.
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Cultural Impact"Those Lazy-Hazy-Crazy Days of Summer" is often associated with the summer season and is frequently played on radio stations to celebrate the coming of summer.
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LyricsThe lyrics of the song celebrate traditional summer activities, nostalgia, and the joys of youthful romance.
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Billboard Year-EndThe song was also featured at #23 on the Billboard Year-End Hot 100 singles of 1963.
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Cover VersionsSeveral artists have since covered the song, including Johnny Mercer and Bing Crosby, demonstrating its enduring popularity.
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RecognitionDespite its release more than five decades ago, "Those Lazy-Hazy-Crazy Days of Summer" remains one of Nat King Cole's most recognizable and beloved songs.
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