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About the song
When you think of the golden glow of early ’70s pop, few voices shine brighter than David Cassidy. At the height of his fame—heartthrob of millions, star of The Partridge Family, and chart-topping solo artist—Cassidy was more than just a teen idol. He was a performer with passion, range, and surprising depth. And one of his most radiant solo gems is undoubtedly “Some Kind of a Summer.”
Released in 1973, “Some Kind of a Summer” captures everything fans loved about David. The song is breezy, optimistic, and carries that unmistakable California warmth that defined an era. It’s not just about the season—it’s about a feeling. That mix of youth, romance, freedom, and the hope that something magical might be just around the corner.
Unlike the bubblegum pop of some of his early hits, this track leans into a more sophisticated production, with lush instrumentation and layered harmonies that elevate Cassidy’s silky vocals. His performance here is sincere—emotive without being overdone, tender without being fragile. He sings not just to you, but with you, as if you’re both reliving that unforgettable summer together.
Though “Some Kind of a Summer” didn’t make the same commercial splash as “Cherish” or “Daydreamer,” it holds a special place in the hearts of those who followed David Cassidy beyond the spotlight of television. It’s a song that reminds us how music can bottle a moment in time—how a voice, a melody, and a warm lyric can take us back to days filled with sunshine, youth, and longing.
For longtime fans and new listeners alike, revisiting “Some Kind of a Summer” is a gentle invitation to pause, smile, and remember a time when love felt endless and summers stretched on forever.
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Lyrics
Didn’t we have ourselves some kind of a summerDidn’t we have ourselves some kind of a timeI guess I never took the time to tell you how much I love youNow you and the road keep flashing through my mindYou and the road keep flashing through my mindI caught a sunrise service on a Sunday in North DakotaImagine you and me singing in a gospel choirSpent a rainy night on a river in OklahomaSaw the northern lights on a Minnesota nightAnd our souls went a little bit higherDidn’t we have ourselves some kind of a summerDidn’t we have ourselves some kind of a timeI guess I never took the time to tell you how much I love youOow, you and the road keep flashing through my mindYou and the road keep flashing through my mindThe old De Soto died on a hillIt couldn’t climb in MontanaThe kid who bought the wreck saidWhat the heck, I’ll give you a thirty fiveSo we were on our ownHad our thumbs to take us home to CaliforniaBy the time we made DenverWith our truck drivin’ friend we had wheels on fireDidn’t we have ourselves some kind of a summerDidn’t we have ourselves some kind of a timeI guess I never took the time to tell you how much I love youNow you and the road keep flashing through my mindYou and the road keep flashing through my mindYou and the road, you and the road on my mind