Discover the story of the song > Summertime – George Gershwin

The song is about summertime, when things are easy and carefree. The protagonist talks about how the fish are jumping and the cotton is high. He tells his partner, who comes from a wealthy and attractive family, not to worry because her parents will always be there to protect her. He predicts that one day she will rise up and overcome any challenges, but until then, she can feel safe and secure.