It is characterized by Rea’s signature gravelly voice and distinctive slide guitar playing, which creates a moody, atmospheric sound that mirrors the song's reflective lyrics.
The third verse reflects on his relationship with his wife, recalling how they too "scratched and hurt each other's growing pains" while searching for their own "summer" years ago. Chris Rea - Looking For The Summer HD 720
Watch the official music video for 'Looking for the Summer' to experience the atmospheric visuals that accompany Chris Rea's reflective lyrics: It is characterized by Rea’s signature gravelly voice