Zach Bryan - Summertime's Close

I’ve had cold and humid mornings on city streets and back porches
But I ain’t never breathed a breath as fresh as you
And I’ve seen children playin on the coastline
Under the white line atop the blue tides
But I aint ever been baptized in water as cool as you
And the law don’t never come back here
And I reckon they don’t try
I just put some beer on ice
Let’s just dance for a moment or two
Cuz you’re the fire of Carolina and Oklahoma too
The stars in St. Louis ain’t burning as bright as you
You’re the waves crashing down on the eastern coast
When the day’s cooling off and the summertimes close
I lost faith in the world a long time ago
We’d always ride those backroads
Back when you got sick
Roll the windows down
Just for the hell of it
You always acted baptized
Every time we hit the coast
Bandana tanline on your forehead
So the tourists didn’t know
Cuz you’re the fire of Carolina and Oklahoma too
The stars in St. Louis ain’t burning as bright as you
You’re the waves crashing down on the eastern coast
When the day’s cooling off and the summertimes close
I lost faith in the world a long time ago
My blood rush to the heart you were my last hope
And the law don’t never come back here
And I reckon they don’t try
I just put some beer on ice
And tonight I’m dancing for two

[@TR4Px3]

who understands the lyrics

[@The_one_vr]

Me

[@cryptic7933]

Me

[@JeremyHedges-ct7vq]

Me

[@Kayden_37..]

Me

[@RhettPrykryl]

Me

[@user-if5eh7ng9g]

“I lost faith in the world a long time ago”💯

[@Whichvr35]

Blood rushed to the heart

[@EastonWhite-dh5js]

You were my last hope

[@amberearheart3326]

Well, I waited until now to add my bit, this song is almost too personal and I will never have another experience as I did Aug 2023 when I heard this song for the first time. I think the weight of a million stones simultaneously lifted and dropped on my chest. It is something, a tie in space and time to this amazing young artist Zac, he totally reminds me of something I remember Bob Dylan saying... lyrics and music exist in this collective space, and some people are able to tap into that world... Zac is so clearly one of those people. But this song for me is a dagger and also a blessing. Aug of 2015 my daughter showed her first symptoms of leukemia, the summertime was closing so when summertime closes for me every year when the weather transforms to fall and the leaves start shedding, it is hard for my psychic. When the days cool off... the craziest thing tho is the second verse the baptism by the coast, different coast than Zacs but the west. There is this curtain when you live near the ocean, when you hit that curtain you know your almost home and that was for my family the same. Bodega Bay was our baptism, the air cools and that smell, and I could see the weight go off my daughters face, off her soul... and even if it was just for a week, that big beautiful ocean was safety, a break from the pain, and home. We used to take the back roads to bet the tourists, like Meyers Grade after Jenner or the whole of Hwy 1 from Marin. Sometimes the lines of cars on hwy 1 after Jenner is just too much so we would drive the back roads and enjoy the beauty and serenity that is rural northern ca. And the most profound thing to me that I can’t even write without crying, I used to roll the windows all the way down, we all would and she would sing her heart out or I would put her baby dolls out the window and make them dance in the wind. Cold or not, she loved singing out the window and laughing as I danced her baby dolls in the cool coast air. She is my fire of California and Manchester too, the stars will never out shine her, she is my last hope. My blood rushed to my heart that day we found out how sick she was, I remember I was in Ukiah at the ER, I went into the bathroom when the doctor came back to tell me and I crumbled. There is a terror so grand in that kind of news. My world fell apart when she got sick, I still don’t know if it has really come back together. Thankfully she is great now, you would never know her horrific experience as a five year old. Also, another beautiful coincidence on her birthday Aug 17, this last year Zac played in Idaho, her grandpa lives in Idaho, but more importantly he quoted this song that day, on her birthday...’the law don’t ever come back here’ it’s funny too she was asking me before this album which song reminded me of her and I never had one, bit’s and pieces of songs... and that night when I first heard this... there is no way to describe the feeling. I will never have it happen again I am sure of that. I know Zac won’t see this, but he already knows. What he has given us all in a broken and sad world, Hope.

[@user-tw5ic8tx1v]

What a beautiful story. Thank you so much for sharing it. I'm new to Zach Bryan, but definitely a fan. I've just spent the past 4 hours disecting ep's and when each was released. He's different

[@newshit7199]

im glad shes better now. We really do need hope

[@WilliamWoods.....]

Bro wrote a college essay jeez A+ for you. But all jokes aside nice story and I'm happy she is ok

[@justinthomas3253]

Thank you for sharing your story.

[@ObearsvT]

Blud thinks I'm reading this(jk bro I read it. Nice story)

[@graciously_anna]

Looks like we’re having an all night release revival 😅

[@wyattmorrison-cn5kd]

Cus where having an allll night revival

[@wyattmorrison-cn5kd]

Can you finish the lyrics?

[@joshuajackson8384]

Someone call the women and someone steal the bibles For the sake of my survival Baptize me in a bottle of Beam and put Johnny on the vinyl

[@cailindowd2963]

Someone call the women and someone steal the bibles

[@susanodenthal8477]

Its something about gin, girls, and a bible

[@JugheadMfJoe]

best birthday present i could have gotten Edit: I love all of you sm

[@SALADCLUBVEVO]

Happy birthday jit

[@glyasdj2971]

Happy birthday

[@destinyspellins5424]

Literally same. Happy birthday, birthday twin!!

[@petevelasquez4476]

Happy birthday!

[@seafoamshame]

hbd 🎉

[@tman29360]

I never listened to Zach before this album this dude is awesome what a album

[@jeremylilly1054]

I hope you've gone back and checked out his other stuff! Just as phenomenal

[@tman29360]

@@jeremylilly1054 oh yeah I definitely did, Zack is definitely a staple in my rotation now.

[@pittymumel1850]

I normally don't like country at all, but this is genuinely the best country album ive heard in a while. Wish the best Zach ❤

[@GoodxJ]

True, I don’t listen to country at all besides some Johnny Cash and this music from Zach is amazing! This is soul music!!! Raw real and from the heart! 🙏🏻🥂💪😁✌️

[@Patapouf_]

@@GoodxJ Fr 😆

[@Kentuckydude775]

Ive talked to people and they said they dont like country and ill tell them to listen to zach and they listen to a song and say something like "ive heard this and i like it but i didnt know it was country" lmao idk what they thought it was

[@whoknows4211]

Never liked country much at all, buddy of mine showed me Zach Bryan & this poor boy has been listening since 😂

[@bryanmuncy3900]

He's pure country, with some Dylan and I even get a hint Billy Joel. He's not biting i can hear the influence, respect.

[@cassidyhampton8005]

I’ve been listening to this for almost 24 hours.. safe to say this is his best yet.. , I now understand why he titled it with just his name.. MASTERPIECE! ❤

[@Raymondgogolf]

Hi dear how are you doing? It’s nice coming across your amazing profile 🌺🌺🌺I’m originally from Porto Portugal but I live in Florida Tampa. Where are you from?

[@GoodxJ]

lol I first read your comment as 24 years, haha! 😁👍🏼✌🏼 peace & blessings

[@RaceBstain-kn8vi]

@@Raymondgogolfdude what the heck😂 you got L rizz L rizz L Bozo

[@Mr101editz]

@@RaceBstain-kn8vishut up kid

[@brailynhignite3364]

I have been waiting for this new album for months I told everybody I know it’s out thank you Zach for all your music🙌🏼🫶🏼🙏🏻

[@Raymondgogolf]

Hi Brailyn good morning, it’s nice coming across your amazing profile with great comment. If you don’t mind can we be friends? 🌺🌺sorry if I’m asking too much 🌺

[@mstt3530]

So relaxing, this song definitely helps me calm down. ❤

[@johnmcaffertey5195]

This song specifically is the only one to ever make me sob uncontrollably and made me realize just how much I repressed the pain of losing friends and family alike. thanks Zach you've helped me change for the good

[@sharonhendryx9367]

Zach Don’t lose your hope and faith ! God bless and keep you safe and reveal himself to you , and refresh & renew you again Oklahoma boy ! You and God got this !!!

[@Raymondgogolf]

Hi Sharon good morning. First of all you’re a angel with great heart 🌺 if I may ask where are you from? If you don’t mind can we be friends?

[@earnthis1]

lolol@@Raymondgogolf

[@earnthis1]

Cool! Nonsense! God helped me write this comment!

[@rickhopkins9456]

God and Zach got my back.........

[@jenniferwilmoth9080]

This man is pure god given talent. This is real heart felt music!

[@andijh79]

So genuine and raw. ❤

[@TycenDellinger]

I love you Zach I’ve been counting down the days and it’s finally here and ever song is 🔥🔥🔥🔥I’m 13 years old and I picked up a guitar and I can’t put I down because of you, your my idle. I love you man.

[@mikemittas263]

Keep playing! Every day if only for a few minutes...

[@nataleechalee]

Keep goin! I’m sure you’ll get there w tht guitar someday 🎉❤

[@Jackthehunter-sn9pi]

Yeah well I’m 12

[@user-cv8lb8dz8n]

I met the man in the photo. He asked me if I had tobacco and I gave him a swisher. Small world.

[@Ghost_599.]

Bro what?

[@MoreFZOPQuizzy]

"I lost faith in the world a long time ago. Blood rush to the heart you were my last hope" Just hits different.

[@xxemma_gachaxx2789]

fr

[@GingerSpecifics]

Right between the eyes different ❤

[@CristianosVictory]

I ain’t ever breathed a breath as fresh as you, I could listen to this song all night. The alcohol in my system makes it make more sense. I just wanna love wheee I’m supposed to

[@drsbrn]

Never was a country guy but this just rocks my heart back and forth

[@nicholasgus]

this man is just something else. What the hell he put in his songs leaves me speechless ❤

[@Catmankitten40]

Zach Bryan’s music makes me tear up from how good it is

[@danielprune7921]

This album is incredible so far

[@johnf.kennedy7540]

Truly this generation's Johnny Cash. -35th President of the United States.

[@galacticpotato833]

This was a mindblowing comment

[@user-sk5lx3ts6r]

How did I just find this song 🥹❤️

[@brailynhignite3364]

I’m listening to this whole album everyday tell I know every word 🙌🏼❤️

[@Verixity.]

everything about this song is mwah

[@hackstii6175]

This is one of the best songs ive ever heard in 31 years. Still don’t know what it means or who to. But I feel it on every level and every spectrum.

[@tedfred3861]

This song is an absolute masterpiece. When I realized he was talking about someone he absolutely adored dying from what sounds like cancer. I absolutely broke down. The way it begins so beautifully crafted about him talking about this person brings you into this beautiful love song. Then the middle hits you and you sober up and when he ends with “tonight I’m dancing for two.” You realize what the song is about and makes you sad for who ever this story is for and ultimately selfishly grateful to still be able to hold your loved one. 😢❤

[@uptowngirlup3191]

I never really was into country music but every now and then I’m blessed to be able to hear one particular song that touches my emotions. God bless anyone who reads this.

[@fireywolf255]

"I lost faith in the world a long time ago"

[@UnitedStatesmarinecorps0]

Who’s favorite song rn 👇🏻 👇🏻

[@user-fh9nc6ly1y]

I couldn't have loved this album more. Thank you ❤️

[@Raymondgogolf]

Hi joy Good morning I hope my comment didn't sound as a form of privacy invasion your comment tells of a wonderful woman with a beautiful heart which led me to comment I don't normally write in the comment section but I think you deserve this compliment. If you don’t mind can we be friends? Thanks God bless you….🌹🌹

[@shwahoones]

this whole album made me bawl my eyes out damnit Zach

[@lucaspate1217]

Thank you Zach I needed this album to drop man love your music!

[@lillylarosa9736]

THE SECOND IT DROPPED I STARTED SCREAMING😊

[@hannipulley9442]

This album is amazing!!

[@jacobmoreland8354]

As always an amazing song from the heart

[@MartinSheckelstorm]

Finally real Country...well done Sir

[@jamesmorse3610]

Any song that can make a grown man cry is gold.

[@teddy92932012]

just came across this up here in Anchorage Alaska 7:38P.M. thank you so much. thank you so very much. with love, Ted.

[@damn_jaz9895]

I never even listened to country music (or not for too much at least) but damn,this album is amazing

[@evanwetzel8641]

Reminds me of when i was young. Thank you brother..

[@richardmcdonagh9773]

Best line blood rush to the heart you were my last hope someone i recently trusted after finding it hard to trust someone broke my heart beyond repair

[@Countryboy57347]

This was my papaws favorite song i lost him a month ago and i listen to this every day he was the best papaw ever

[@chaosgremlin9032]

I hope listening to this song brings back your best memories of him, loss is hard and i’m glad music helps ❤️

[@HIRAETH_333]

Man I wish my brother was still here to vibe with this album with me 😕💔. I love and miss you bubs

[@kweber1999]

Love this cut but that unreleased lost faith in the world was something else

[@seth9348]

You make myofe better just hearing you man, can't wait to go to your concert one day, sadly I live in New Zealand

[@ariannaihm3372]

I’m literally sobbing rn, it’s been so rough but when she came into my life it somehow all became better and now if I ever lost her I would be gone by daylight…

[@jimmycarney8758]

Hold on forever

[@tuckerwoodall-kx4mx]

I’m going to your concert

[@Marsoc_Operator01]

Lucky

[@Grind06]

I lost faith in the world along time ago Very, very, very true

[@Gekkehuis1]

thank you zach for saving my life with your music

[@Cheyenne_Binkley]

Agreed😎

[@blessedsuccessful]

Tonight I’m dancing for two, because I’m single this valentine 😂😂😂😂😂

[@justinmalone6220]

Cheated on by my loving lady a day before a year after I left everything behind for her. Let your words save me man🫂

[@thesolecrusader610]

This guy cheated on his wife while she was deployed overseas and sent her divorce papers

[@landonreeves7013]

Just got cheated on found out about a week and half ago we were together for almost 3 years. I listened to Zach before but now I understand the lyrics.

[@JrEditz.]

This man would make so much money if he did a show at NRG Rodeo not gonna lie like some people would travel down there just to see this man play some people would be willing to pay 300+ to see this guy play he’s changed so many life’s and he’s changed mine just listen to his music and let it change you I’m telling you his music will change you in a good way!

[@relatableJr.]

"I Lost faith in the world a long time ago" this is the truest sentence. 1:15

[@OliviaMorganHolt]

last song of my night, thank you zach.

[@earthangelalchemy]

Aww Zachy B killin it again and again. Right in my heart. Thanks for existing 🫶🏽🤙

[@earthangelalchemy]

@@BryanZach y u being like that? Creating assbackwords accounts and such?

[@vegeta420z6]

Just woke up from a nap to this. Nice 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@bigplaystanley9543]

🇺🇸🇺🇸🦅💯

[@landonfitz]

who else thinks this is a sad song😢. 1:15. (This made me cry, my sister died in 2018 from a disease and this made me think about her and this song is one of a kind ❤) 👇

[@originalspacecase8966]

I just found this guy five minutes ago and im hooked

[@erinmcqueendccvsmt3306]

Tonight I'm dancing for two ....

[@markcraven5364]

It's crazy how hard that line hits me when the song fades out.

[@TheTreadLife_]

So stoked for this album!

[@Mr101editz]

How is this one of his least viewed songs in the new album?! It’s beautiful

[@t0kigh02t7]

I'm glad country is going into a more real direction than county pop 😊

[@wolfeadventures]

I knew after a few seconds this song was going to mess me up. I wasn’t wrong.

[@The1ProcentGuy]

2:23 for people looking for the best part👌

[@katelyn.bowden]

thank you 🙏🙏

[@OPFOR_ANIMATIONS]

No one talking about the insane jawline the guy on the album cover has?

[@Jacksonsh]

It’s not just a guy If I have all his songs on my playlist 🫡

[@davidwindham5804]

And, tonight I’m dancing for two. Tears!!

[@kennathesimmerr]

such a good song.

[@victorgaeta6436]

Great song. I don't normally listen to country except a few specific songs I like

[@OverallEditzunderated]

we ain’t gonna talk about the guy mewing while smoking respect🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌💀

[@spice_4U]

hes not mewing he js looks like that

[@tonyacochran777]

Been patiently waiting Zach❤ I loved the BURN BURN BURN TOUR! can't wait to seeya in Philly again. Keep Rockin👊

[@dylonboatwright6140]

The beginning notes are beautiful

[@amandad14648]

That damn bandana line got me. The dead moms club is crying today and thankful for you

[@mbthevp3]

been listening to zach since hes been recording himself on that stool.his songs hit home.

[@xthxn607]

I LOVE YOU ZACH ❤

[@RyanBitler]

5 minutes ago I was chasing cows and come inside to see it’s here

[@timhefty504]

Are they yours or is chasing random cows a hobby of yours? 😂

[@user-bu9fj7mi2d]

I absolutely love your voice!! Your music has been a savior in my darkest times. ❤

[@user-bu9fj7mi2d]

I'm doing great, how are you?!

[@user-bu9fj7mi2d]

I just want to let you know your music is absolutely amazing!!! I hope to go to your show someday!!

[@Mr_Ryxn]

Album Of The Year if its not im never listening to music again

[@eastmilladventures4217]

Best album in a long time! Thank you

[@maddieparrish.p]

I LOVE YOI SM!!

[@The1ProcentGuy]

2:23 for people looking for the good part

[@Punisher_Airsoft]

I saw this on a post about this generation being fucked.

[@kevinfigueroa7305]

You’re amazing brother thank you for your music!!!

[@DannyFrench-ki7lb]

He has lived the life that he is singing about

[@brantley-oo6ev]

My dad is a big fan of you zach! So am i. Thanks for putting your effort and hard work into all of your songs

[@daxseymour9315]

My favorite song writer

[@Drake_Huffman3]

Only real fans stayed up to listen to this

[@christophermendoza8546]

My younger self would never think the older me would listen to this I would of probably said it’s corny but man such an uplifting artist and I don’t even think he means to be he sounds like he’s just speaking from his heart and mind, I love this music

[@Brantley-lp8fj]

Cried 7 times thinking about my uncle r.i.p uncle miss you 😢😢😭😭😭

[@giannaperaza5934]

Lost my friend she stoped talking to me and when I heard this song I can relate it makes me cry but happy

[@Dominick-ss1dr]

I can’t tell you how much I feel this song zach summertime has never been a good time for me

[@makyaandisaa8575]

literally love this man and his music 🫶

[@brennamiller9004]

Like I get it is terrible to go to war but it is for your country you can be scared just know you are saving peoples life.

[@DaisyTheDogOffical]

Some off best music ever listen every morning

[@waylonphillips1575]

I have all of his songs on my play list

[@f4aperture]

"I lost faith in the world a long time ago". Tears.

[@aliyaclarke6470]

"i lost faith in the world a long time ago" 😭

[@Caleb_B_FR]

Dropped 3 days before school starts 😢. But it’s oddly comforting ❤

[@victorross9654]

I fear for this young man. He's to good. There's just somethin bout Okies. We can make some damn good music. Be safe and of sound mind. Your success blows my mind. Keep it up. We need a guy like you.

[@jacksonbricks817]

This album is goat