Those Lazy Town-Hazy-Crazy Days of Summer
Nat King Cole · 1963
27 min · 13 tracks · jazz
A nostalgic celebration of summer captured through smooth vocals and lush arrangements that evoke carefree days and warm evenings.
Top tracks — play these first
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Those Lazy-Hazy-Crazy Days of Summer Start here — The title track encapsulates the album's theme with its light-hearted lyrics and breezy melody, becoming synonymous with summer itself.
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That Sunday, That Summer — This track stands out for its poignant storytelling and reflective mood, illustrating a romantic longing that adds depth to the otherwise cheerful album.
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In the Good Old Summertime — Blending nostalgia with an upbeat rhythm, this song captures the essence of carefree summer days while showcasing Cole's smooth vocal delivery.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album captures summer nostalgia through smooth vocals and lush arrangements, though it doesn't fully stand out in its genre.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of lush orchestral arrangements that support Cole's smooth vocal delivery throughout.
- Most tracks maintain a moderate tempo, with several songs incorporating playful, upbeat rhythms that evoke a carefree summer atmosphere.
- The title track is repeated at both the beginning and end of the album, creating a framing effect that emphasizes its nostalgic theme.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
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running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short reflective listening sessions
- nostalgic summer vibes
- steady pacing for relaxation
- easygoing background music
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — The title track became a summertime staple, enhancing his mainstream recognition.
- Themes
- nostalgic summer days· romantic longing
- Career context
- Released in 1963, this album came at a time when Nat King Cole was transitioning from his earlier jazz roots into more mainstream pop. Following the success of his previous albums, it marked a continued exploration of themes surrounding nostalgia and Americana, solidifying his status as a beloved figure in popular music during the early 1960s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Frank Sinatra· Ella Fitzgerald· Tony Bennett
Tracklist
- 1 Those Lazy-Hazy-Crazy Days of Summer Start here 2:22
- 2 Get Out and Get Under the Moon 2:08
- 3 There Is a Tavern in the Town 1:35
- 4 On a Bicycle Built for Two 1:45
- 5 That Sunday, That Summer 3:09
- 6 On the Sidewalks of New York 2:17
- 7 Our Old Home Team 1:40
- 8 After the Ball Is Over 2:02
- 9 You Tell Me Your Dream 2:17
- 10 That's What They Meant (By the Good Old Summertime) 2:34
- 11 Don't Forget 1:59
- 12 In the Good Old Summertime 2:14
- 13 Those Lazy-Hazy-Crazy Days of Summer Start here 1:21
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Come Fly with Me
Frank Sinatra
Shares a similar lush orchestral arrangement and a romantic, nostalgic vibe for summer evenings.
Ella Fitzgerald Sings the George and Ira Gershwin Songbook
Ella Fitzgerald
Captures nostalgic themes with smooth vocals and arrangements, evoking carefree summer moods.
The Sammy Davis Jr. Show
Sammy Davis Jr.
Combines vibrant arrangements and nostalgic themes, celebrating joyful moments reminiscent of summer days.
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