Summertime (Beyoncé song)
"Summertime" | ||||
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Single by Beyoncé featuring P. Diddy | ||||
from the album The Fighting Temptations (Music From The Motion Picture) | ||||
A-side | "Crazy in Love" | |||
Released | October 28, 2003 | |||
Genre | R&B | |||
Length | 3:54 | |||
Label | Columbia | |||
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Beyoncé singles chronology | ||||
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Audio video | ||||
"Summertime" on YouTube |
"Summertime" is a song recorded by American singer
"Summertime" is an R&B song which lyrically refers to falling in love. Music critics generally complimented Beyoncé's vocals in the song and noted that it could have been included on her debut studio album, Dangerously in Love (2003). The song also charted on the US Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart in late 2003. The original version featuring P. Diddy and the remix version featuring Ghostface Killah peaked at number thirty-five and at number fifty-one respectively on the chart. Both versions charted for forty consecutive weeks. "Summertime" was part of Beyoncé's set list during the Dangerously in Love Tour (2003), and the Verizon Ladies First Tour (2004).
Background and composition
The song has two different themes. It primarily talks about the romance and later marriage between the film's two main characters Darrin (played by Cuba Gooding Jr.) and Lilly (played by Beyoncé), as well as subtly hinting at Beyoncé's real-life relationship with rapper Jay-Z.[1] Darrin, a shallow New York advertising executive, traveled to a small town in the deep south upon receiving word that his aunt has died and left him a sizable inheritance. Once in town, Darrin is informed that he will only receive the money if he successfully leads a local gospel group to victory at an upcoming competition.[1] Reluctant but strapped for cash, Darrin takes on the task of finding the best singers in town and shaping the group up. Along the way, he becomes acclimated to the town with the help of his cousin Lucius (played by Mike Epps) and meets Lilly, a single mother who not only possesses an incredible voice but also the ability to warm Darrin's cold heart.[1] Although Gooding's character, Darrin, was in love with Beyoncé's character, Lilly, the latter did not always feel the same until later on in the film.[1] Near the end of the film, he proposes to her and she accepts. They eventually get married (offscreen) and within eighteen months they had a baby son together, making Darrin a father and also stepfather to Lilly's other son.[1]
"Summertime" was the only song which appeared on the
Release
During a string of soundtrack releases, Beyoncé commented on the song in an interview with Billboard and stated: "A lot of music was written especially for the film. At first I was concerned about the timing of the soundtrack, [because] my solo album was supposed to come out way before the movie. But then the solo album got delayed."[7] While later announcing the release of the soundtrack album in a press release, Beyoncé said: "Once you hear the song ['Fighting Temptation'], and all the music in this film, you can't help but fall in love with it. You'll definitely get emotional. You might become happy or even sad, but your heart will get full. All the songs are touching and spiritual, and that's what the movie itself is like."[2]
"Summertime" was issued as a
Reception
In a summer issue of
Live performances
Although Beyoncé did not perform the song in any televised appearances, the song was a part of her set list on her tours. During the
Track listing
No. | Title | Length |
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1. | "Summertime" (featuring P. Diddy) (Album Version) | 3:53 |
2. | "Summertime" (Album Version Instrumental) | 3:34 |
3. | "Summertime" (featuring P.Diddy) (A Capella) | 2:59 |
4. | "Summertime" (featuring Ghostface Killah) (Remix) | 4:04 |
5. | "Summertime" (Remix Instrumental) | 3:34 |
6. | "Summertime" (featuring Ghostface Killah) (A Capella) | 3:08 |
Charts
Chart (2003) | Peak position |
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US Remix |
8 |
US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs (Billboard)[25] | 35 |
US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs (Billboard)[25] Remix |
51 |
References
- ^ Rovi Corporation. Retrieved March 20, 2011.
- ^ About.com. The New York Times Company. Retrieved March 20, 2011.
- Allmusic. Rovi Corporation. Retrieved March 20, 2011.
- ^ The Fighting Temptations (Media notes). Columbia Records. 2003.
- ^ a b c Boobyer, Dani (September 9, 2003). "The Fighting Temptations : Soundtrack". The Situation (UK). Archived from the original on July 25, 2011. Retrieved March 20, 2011.
- ^ a b c d Sendra, Tim. "Review: Crazy in Love (Australia CD) – Beyoncé". Allmusic. Rovi Corporation. Retrieved March 20, 2011.
- ^ a b "Beyoncé Tempts Fans With More Movie Songs". Billboard. Prometheus Global Media. October 11, 2003. p. 20. Retrieved March 20, 2011.
- ^ a b "Summertime US 12" Vinyl". EIL. Retrieved March 20, 2011.
- ^ "Summertime – Beyoncé". Allmusic. Rovi Corporation. Retrieved June 20, 2013.
- ^ "Beyoncé Barrels Ahead On Next Album". Billboard. Prometheus Global Media. Retrieved June 20, 2013.
- ^ "Beyoncé – Crazy in Love – EP". iTunes Store (UK). Apple. 30 June 2003. Retrieved March 20, 2011.
- ^ "Speak My Mind – Beyoncé". Allmusic. Rovi Corporation. Retrieved March 20, 2011.
- ISBN 978-0-7434-9145-7. Retrieved March 20, 2011.
- ^ a b "Vibe Raters – Check Out The Staff's Summer Playlist". Vibe. InterMedia Partners. July 31, 2005. p. 26. Retrieved 2011-01-29.
- ^ "Beyoncé – Live at Wembley (DVD with Bonus CD) (Jewel Case): Beyoncé: Movies & TV". Amazon. 27 April 2004. Retrieved March 20, 2011.
- ^ a b c "Beyoncé Album & Song Chart History". Billboard. Prometheus Global Media. Retrieved March 20, 2011.
- ^ a b "Bubbling Under Hot 100 Singles – Issue Date: October 11, 2003". Billboard. Prometheus Global Media. September 29, 2007. Retrieved June 20, 2013.
- ^ "Rocklist.net... Q - 1001 Best Ever Songs..." www.rocklistmusic.co.uk. Retrieved 2022-06-20.
- ^ Viacom Media Networks. Retrieved February 12, 2011.
- ^ a b c "Live at Wembley – Beyoncé". Allmusic. Rovi Corporation. Retrieved June 23, 2012.
- ^ "Beyoncé Summertime". MTV. Viacom Media Networks. Retrieved March 20, 2011.
- ^ "Sony Music Online Japan : ビヨンセ : ライヴ・アット・ウェンブリー(初回仕様限定盤)" (in Japanese). Sony Music (Japan). Retrieved March 20, 2011.
- ^ "Sony Music Online Japan : ビヨンセ" (in Japanese). Sony Music (Japan). Retrieved March 20, 2011.
- ^ Deming, Mark. "Fade to Black". Allmovie. Rovi Corporation. Retrieved March 20, 2011.
- ^ a b "Beyonce Chart History (Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved September 16, 2022.
External links
- Official website
- "Summertime" on YouTube