Discover the story of the song > Summertime Blues – Eddie Cochran

The American singer Eddie Cochran released the song "Summertime Blues" in 1958. He wrote it with his friend Jerry Capehart. The song became a hit in the U.S. and Europe, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100. "Summertime Blues" is considered a classic rock and roll song.

Cochran recorded the song in April 1958 at Gold Star Studios in Hollywood. The producer of the recording was Roger Cook. The rhythm section consisted of Earl Palmer on drums, Billy Strange on guitar and Red Callender on bass. The song was written as a response to the problems Cochran and Capehart encountered as teenagers. They wanted to express their frustration with the constraints imposed by society and adults.

"Summertime Blues" is about a teenager who has problems with his boss and his girlfriend. He complains that the adults don't understand him and that they put too much pressure on him. The song was performed dynamically by Cochran, who used cutting-edge writing techniques to create a unique sound.

"Summertime Blues" was an immediate hit, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 in August 1958. The song stayed on the charts for 16 weeks. In Europe, it was embraced by teenagers and became a hit in England, France, Germany and Italy.

"Summertime Blues" is considered a classic rock and roll song. It has been covered by many artists, including the Who, Blue Cheer, Jimi Hendrix, the Beach Boys and Led Zeppelin.