Discover the poetic beauty in ‘Cruel Summer’ by Ace of Base. This lyric breakdown takes you on a journey through the artist’s thoughts, emotions, and the story they aim to tell. From clever metaphors to evocative imagery, we delve into the nuances that make this song a lyrical masterpiece. Whether you’re a fan of Ace of Base or a lover of well-crafted words, our detailed analysis will give you a deeper understanding and appreciation of this song.
Hot summer streets and the pavements are burning
I sit around
Trying to smile but the air is so heavy and dry
Strange voices are saying (ah, what did they say)
Things I can’t understand
It’s too close for comfort
This heat has got right out of hand
It’s a cruel, (cruel) cruel summer
Leaving me here on my own
It’s a cruel, (it’s a cruel) cruel summer
Now you’re gone
You’re not the only one
It’s a cruel
The city is crowded, my friends are away, and I’m on my own
It’s too hot to handle so I gotta get up and go, and go
It’s a cruel, (cruel) cruel summer
Leaving me here on my own
It’s a cruel, (it’s a cruel) cruel summer
Now you’re gone
You’re not the only one
It’s a cruel, (cruel) cruel summer
(Leaving me) Leaving me here on my own
It’s a cruel, (it’s a cruel) cruel summer
Now you’re gone
You’re not the only one
It’s a cruel
Now don’t you leave me
Now don’t you leave me
Now don’t you leave me
Come on, come on
Now don’t you leave me
Now don’t you leave me
Now don’t you leave me
Come on, come on
It’s a cruel, (cruel) cruel summer (cruel summer)
Leaving me here on my own (leaving me here all alone)
It’s a cruel (it’s a cruel) cruel summer (cruel summer)
(Don’t leave me, leave me in this summer)
You’re not the only one (you’re not the only one)
It’s a cruel, (cruel) cruel summer (cruel summer)
(You’re not the only one at home)
Leaving me here on my own
It’s a cruel, (it’s a cruel) cruel summer (cruel summer)
Now you’re gone
You’re not the only one (it’s a cruel summer)
Cruel summer (cruel summer)
It’s a cruel summer (it’s a cruel)
Cruel summer (cruel summer)
It’s a cruel summer