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"The Boys of Summer" is a song by the American musician Don Henley. The lyrics were written by Henley and the music was composed by Mike Campbell of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. It was released on October 26, 1984, as the lead single from Henley's album Building the Perfect Beast.
Nov 29, 2019 · Henley borrowed the title from Roger Kahn’s famous book about the Brooklyn Dodgers and used it to represent everything youthful and vibrant with which the narrator can no longer compete. Henley...
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The title comes from a 1972 baseball book by Roger Kahn called Boys of Summer, which is about The Brooklyn Dodgers, who broke the hearts of their fans when they moved to Los Angeles. That book got its title from a Dylan Thomas poem called I See the Boys of Summer, which was published in 1939.
- Roger Kahn
- 1972
Nov 2, 2020 · Tom Petty's rejection of a demo made by Heartbreakers guitarist Mike Campbell paved the way for Don Henley to record one of his biggest solo hits, 1984's "The Boys of Summer."
Oct 29, 2017 · Henley only wrote the lyrics of The Boys of Summer. The song’s music was written by American guitarist and songwriter Mike Campbell best known for his association with the band Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers.
Nov 15, 2023 · The iconic song “Boys of Summer” by Don Henley holds a special place in the hearts of many music lovers. Released in 1984 as a part of his debut solo album “Building the Perfect Beast,” this song carries a deeper meaning beyond its catchy melody and captivating guitar riffs.
Apr 24, 2024 · One of the most enduring and iconic songs of the late 20th century is “The Boys of Summer” by Don Henley, which was released in 1984 and quickly became a massive hit, reaching number five on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and winning numerous awards.
