In the Summertime
Mungo Jerry
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Written by: RAY DORSET
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28 facts about this song
Record Breaker"In the Summertime" by Mungo Jerry is one of the best-selling singles in UK chart history, selling over ten million copies worldwide.
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Debut SingleThe song was Mungo Jerry's debut single, released in 1970.
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Summer AnthemThe song is widely considered a quintessential summer anthem, often played on the radio during warmer seasons.
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Unique Writing LocationThe songwriter Ray Dorset said he wrote it in about ten minutes while on break during his day job as a Lab Technician in 1968.
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Number One Spot"In the Summertime" reached number one in the UK Singles Chart in June 1970, where it remained for seven weeks.
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Worldwide SuccessThe song reached number one in 26 countries around the world.
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Independent RecordThe song was released on the independent label Dawn Records, which was a subsidiary of Pye Records.
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Charity InitiativeA portion of the royalties from the song was donated to the World Wide Fund for Nature.
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Numerous CoversThe song has been covered by numerous artists, including Shaggy, who released a version of the song in 1995.
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Song DurationThe song has a duration time of 3 minutes and 30 seconds.
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The lyric "we're not bad people, we're just dirty"- based lyricsThe song became controversial over the years due to its lyric which is considered unaesthetic for modern audience "If her daddy's rich, take her out for a meal. If her daddy's poor, just do what you feel".
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Music VideoThe music video for the song features the band performing in an open field, whilst also showing highlights of various summer activities.
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Full Band ContributionIn 'In the Summertime,' all members of the band played a variety of unconventional instruments, including a double bass, banjo, kazoo, and piano, alongside the main guitar and drum parts.
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Unique SoundThe song is known for its distinctive skiffle sound, which is a blend of jazz, blues, and American folk music, played with a syncopated rhythm.
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Extended VersionThere is an extended version of the song that lasts seven minutes. Only the original three-and-a-half-minute version is included on the band's debut album.
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Release Information"In the Summertime" is a song by British rock band Mungo Jerry. Released in 1970, it was the group's debut single.
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Chart SuccessThe song was a great chart success, reaching number one in numerous countries including the UK, the United States, Canada, and across Europe.
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Song DurationThe original version of the song runs for about 3 minutes and 30 seconds.
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Iconic InstrumentationThe song is recognized for its distinctive use of a piano-based shuffle and a memorable whistle intro.
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Lyrics ContentThe lyrics of "In the Summertime" are known for their light-hearted, carefree essence which perfectly captures the spirit of summer.
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Song AuthorThe song was written by frontman Ray Dorset within 10 minutes, while he was on break at his day job.
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Global SalesGlobally, the song sold over 30 million copies, making it one of the highest-selling singles in music history.
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Seasonal PopularityDue to its subject matter, the song experiences a marked increase in popularity and radio play during the summer months.
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Cover VersionsSince its release, the song has been covered by numerous artists, including Shaggy, Elton John, and Bob Dylan.
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Use in Media"In the Summertime" has appeared in a variety of films, commercials, and television shows.
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Delayed U.S. ReleaseThe song was released in the UK in May 1970 but it was not released in the U.S. until July of the same year.
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Band’s HierarchyInterestingly, while Mungo Jerry was essentially a band, it was primarily a showcase for its frontman, Ray Dorset.
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Timeless AppealDespite being over 50 years old, "In the Summertime" continues to be a popular song, particularly during the summer season.
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