It doesn’t take much for the dog days of summer to arrive in Tucson, but at least the monsoon season has also arrived, providing a chance of summer rain.

Although I can’t really even carry a tune, I’ve always enjoyed music and, at my age, my favorite genre is, of course, the Oldies.

Among my summer memories growing up are some songs definitely linked to the season that remain on my favorites list.

Here are some songs that always bring a smile, memories and a lot of enjoyment:

Those Lazy-Hazy-Crazy Days of Summer by Nat King Cole

Itsy Bitsy Teenie Weenie Yellow Polka Dot Bikini by Brian Hyland

A Summer Song by Chad and Jeremy

Surfin’ USA by the Beach Boys

Summertime Blues by Eddie Cochran

Summer in the City by the Lovin’ Spoonful

Under the Boardwalk by the Drifters

Palisades Park by Freddie Cannon

Surf City by Jan and Dean

Theme from a Summer Place by Percy Faith

July is a great time to listen to all these songs once again because Tucsonans spend a lot of time indoors this time of year!