- When The Summer Dies: Deadmau5 & Lights

"When The Summer Dies" is a high-energy electro house single by Canadian producer and singer Lights , released on July 16, 2021, through the mau5trap label. This track marks the second major collaboration between the two artists, following their 2018 hit "Drama Free". Key Track Information

The lyrics explore a transitional, almost apocalyptic period. Listeners have interpreted "When the Summer Dies" as a metaphor for nuclear winter or societal collapse, specifically through lines like "let the black smoke rise" and "burn the city".

The song blends Lights' alternative-pop vocals with a gritty, "OG" deadmau5 sound. deadmau5 & Lights - When The Summer Dies

Critical themes include materialism (referenced as a "plastic waterfall") and the brevity of life. Music Video & Metaverse Integration

Primarily electro house with elements of progressive house and dance-pop. "When The Summer Dies" is a high-energy electro

“When The Summer Dies” from mau5 & Lights coming this week on

Written and produced by Joel Zimmerman (deadmau5) and Lights Poxleitner-Bokan. Versions: Original Mix: A driving 5:29 electro track. Listeners have interpreted "When the Summer Dies" as

A 4:00 alternative version released on July 23, 2021. This version is a finalized recreation of a 2014 demo titled "Parts and Labour" . Lyrics and Themes