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My Own Summer (Shove It)

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"My Own Summer (Shove It)"
Single by Deftones
from the album Around the Fur
ReleasedNovember 22, 1997
StudioStudio Litho (Seattle, Washington)
Genre
Length3:35
LabelMaverick
Songwriter(s)
Producer(s)Terry Date
Deftones singles chronology
"Bored"
(1996) 		"My Own Summer (Shove It)"
(1997) 		"Be Quiet and Drive (Far Away)"
(1998)
Music video
"My Own Summer (Shove It)" on YouTube

"My Own Summer (Shove It)" is a song by the American alternative metal band Deftones, released on November 22, 1997, by Maverick Records as the first single from their second album, Around the Fur (1997).

Composition

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"My Own Summer (Shove It)" is a nu metal[a] and alternative metal[7] song that has been noted for its emphasis on tension and dynamic contrast.[8][9][5] Amy Sciarretto of Loudwire described Deftones' approach as "exercises in tension building", and identified the track as a key example of that style.[9] A writer for Rolling Stone similarly referred to the song as a "master class in tension building".[5] Stephen Hill in Metal Hammer stated that "On 'My Own Summer (Shove It)', they stretched their musical dynamics to breaking point."[3] Kerrang! writer Sam Law pointed to the track's "quiet/loud dynamism", suggesting a stylistic link to bands like Nirvana.[8]

"My Own Summer (Shove It)"
A 29-second sample of "My Own Summer (Shove It)", showcasing the songs ethereal verses and anthemic chorus.[3][6] Moreno "delivers both shushed-but-dread-inducing moans and a fully-enraged vocal meltdown".[10]
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Chino Moreno's vocal performance on "My Own Summer (Shove It)" features shifts between restrained and intense delivery,[5] moving from whispered lines layered with distortion to sudden, forceful outbursts.[6][10] The lyrics have been noted for their complexity and are considered an integral part of the song's dynamic character.[5] Stephen Carpenter's guitar work on "My Own Summer (Shove It)" is a defining feature of the track, driven by a central riff that has been described as dark, intense, and progressively more forceful.[5][8] It has also been characterized as "lascivious"[6] and "rolling", with a vivid, electric quality.[9] Abe Cunningham's drumming on "My Own Summer (Shove It)" has been noted for its precision. According to Stuart Williams of MusicRadar, the song begins with a simple tom-to-snare fill. The drum sound is described as "bone-dry", featuring a popping snare and a distinct 10-inch tom. Cunningham's main beat is minimal but requires careful control and timing to maintain the groove. His performance is both kick and snare-focused, with hi-hats that cut through the mix sharply. During the choruses, his fills are placed strategically, enhancing the rhythm without disrupting the overall flow of the song.[11]

Release

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"My Own Summer (Shove It)" was released on November 22, 1997, by Maverick Records as the first single from Deftones' second album, Around the Fur.[12] It marked their first charting single, reaching number 29 on the UK singles chart and number 33 on the Scottish Singles Chart in 1998.[13][14] In 2023, the song was certified silver by the British Phonographic Industry (BPI), for sales of over 200,000 copies in the United Kingdom.[15] In 2025, the song was certified 2× Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) for sales of over 2,000,000 in the United States.[16]

Music video

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The music video for "My Own Summer (Shove It)" was directed by Dean Karr and filmed by Pyramid Lake, Los Angeles. The video features Deftones performing on shark cages in a lake, with mechanical sharks used on set. Moreno recalled falling off one of the cages during filming. To supplement the footage, Karr later traveled to Australia to capture real sharks on film.[17][18] The music video began receiving regular to moderate rotation on MTV by December 1997.[19][20]

Reception and legacy

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"My Own Summer (Shove It)" has received consistent retrospective acclaim and is frequently cited as one of Deftones' most significant songs.[b] Sam Law of Kerrang! ranked it as the band's best song, describing it as their most effective and impactful statement, even if less complex than later material.[8] Consequence's Jon Hadusek stated that the song "create[d] the intoxicating combination that would become the template for their sound going forward: heavy, sexy, poetic".[6] It also appeared in other retrospective rankings, including fourth by Ian Cohen of Uproxx and seventh by Amy Sciarretto of Loudwire.[9][18] "My Own Summer (Shove It)" has also become a staple of Deftones' live performances and is one of their most frequently played songs in concert.[8][10] Gregory Adams of Revolver named it the fifth-best Deftones song to experience live and described the track's opening snare hit as a "Pavlovian trigger to multiple generations of metalheads", noting that it "absolutely crushes every damn time."[10] Law wrote that the energy and anticipation surrounding the song's performance continues to resonate with audiences, calling it a "pulse-quickening, crowd-surging" moment.[8]

"My Own Summer (Shove It)" has been cited as one of the best nu metal songs.[2][3][4] Hadusek noted that it "sounded like nothing else at the time," distinguishing itself within the nu metal landscape.[6] Rolling Stone included it at number 80 in its list of "the 100 Greatest Heavy Metal Songs of All Time," stating that the song would "come to define the sound of nu metal for decades to come".[5] Annie Zaleski of Spin ranked it the third-best nu metal song, calling it a standout from Deftones' early work that contributed to an "indelible body of work".[4] The track was also ranked in other top nu metal songs lists, including fifth by Mike Diver of Clash and 35th by Stephen Hill of Metal Hammer.[2][3]

A version of the song was featured on the soundtrack of The Matrix.[21] In 2023, the song was featured in episode 4 of The Idol.[22]

Track listing

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All lyrics are written by Chino Moreno, except "My Own Summer (Shove It)" and "Lotion", by Chino Moreno and Deftones; all music is composed by Deftones.

Disc one
No.TitleLength
1."My Own Summer (Shove It)"3:35
2."Lotion" (Live)3:54
3."Fireal — Swords" (Live)6:23
4."Bored" (Live)5:17
Disc two
No.TitleLength
1."My Own Summer (Shove It)"3:35
2."Root" (Live)4:36
3."Nosebleed" (Live)4:23
4."Lifter" (Live)4:49

The live tracks on both CDs were recorded at the Melkweg in Amsterdam on October 13, 1997.[23][24]

Personnel

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Credits from the liner notes of Around the Fur.[25]

Deftones

Additional personnel

Charts

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Weekly chart performance for "My Own Summer (Shove It)"
Chart (1998) Peak
position
Scotland (OCC)[13] 33
UK Singles (OCC)[14] 29

Certifications

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Certifications for "My Own Summer (Shove It)"
Region Certification Certified units/sales
New Zealand (RMNZ)[26] Platinum 30,000‡
United Kingdom (BPI)[15] Silver 200,000‡
United States (RIAA)[16] 2× Platinum 2,000,000‡

‡ Sales+streaming figures based on certification alone.

Notes

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  1. ^ Attributed to multiple references:[1][2][3][4][5][6]
  2. ^ Attributed to multiple references:[1][5][6][9][8][10][18]

References

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  1. ^ a b Unterberger, Andrew (September 10, 2004). "Top Ten Nu-Metal Bands". Stylus Magazine. Archived from the original on October 9, 2004. Retrieved September 25, 2014.
  2. ^ a b c Diver, Mike (September 6, 2009). "Top Ten – Nu-Metal Anthems". Clash. Archived from the original on September 14, 2024. Retrieved May 3, 2025.
  3. ^ a b c d e Hill, Stephen (July 4, 2017). "The 40 best nu metal songs of all time". Metal Hammer. Archived from the original on August 16, 2023. Retrieved July 5, 2017.
  4. ^ a b c Zaleski, Annie (May 17, 2017). "The 30 Best Nu-Metal Songs". Spin. Archived from the original on April 3, 2025. Retrieved May 3, 2025.
  5. ^ a b c d e f g h "The 100 Greatest Heavy Metal Songs of All Time". Rolling Stone. March 13, 2023. Archived from the original on February 25, 2025. Retrieved May 3, 2025.
  6. ^ a b c d e f g Bogosian, Dan; Hadusek, Jon (April 6, 2016). "Deftones' Top 20 Songs". Consequence. Archived from the original on December 4, 2024. Retrieved May 3, 2025.
  7. ^ Terich, Jeff; Blyweiss, Adam (October 3, 2012). "10 Essential Alternative Metal Singles". Treblezine. Retrieved December 27, 2018.
  8. ^ a b c d e f g Law, Sam (June 26, 2020). "The 20 Greatest Deftones Songs – Ranked". Kerrang!. Archived from the original on March 15, 2025. Retrieved May 3, 2025.
  9. ^ a b c d e Sciarretto, Amy (September 4, 2012). "10 Best Deftones Songs". Loudwire. Archived from the original on April 20, 2025. Retrieved May 3, 2025.
  10. ^ a b c d e Adams, Gregory (November 6, 2024). "Fan poll: Top 5 live Deftones songs". Revolver. Archived from the original on November 12, 2024. Retrieved May 3, 2025.
  11. ^ Williams, Stuart (July 25, 2022). "Five songs drummers need to hear by Deftones". MusicRadar. Archived from the original on April 20, 2025. Retrieved May 3, 2025.
  12. ^ "Deftones Make Noise Via Online Promo". Billboard. Vol. 109, no. 47. November 22, 1997. p. 88. Archived from the original on December 3, 2024. Retrieved May 3, 2025.
  13. ^ a b "Official Scottish Singles Sales Chart: 14 March 1998 – 20 March 1998" (PHP). Scottish Singles Chart. Official Charts Company. Archived from the original on April 26, 2025. Retrieved May 3, 2025.
  14. ^ a b "The Official Charts Company: Deftones – "My Own Summer (Shove It)"" (PHP). Official Charts Company. Archived from the original on January 17, 2025. Retrieved May 3, 2025.
  15. ^ a b "British single certifications – Deftones – My Own Summer (Shove It)". British Phonographic Industry. Retrieved May 19, 2023.
  16. ^ a b "American single certifications – Deftones – My Own Summer (Shove It)". Recording Industry Association of America. Retrieved July 3, 2025.
  17. ^ "Deftones: The Stories Behind The Videos". Blabbermouth.net. October 4, 2005. Archived from the original on December 27, 2024. Retrieved May 3, 2025.
  18. ^ a b c Cohen, Ian (November 29, 2020). "The Best Deftones Songs, Ranked". Uproxx. Archived from the original on December 8, 2024. Retrieved April 28, 2025.
  19. ^ "Video Monitor". Billboard. Vol. 109, no. 50. December 13, 1997. p. 77. Archived from the original on February 20, 2025. Retrieved April 28, 2025.
  20. ^ Gormely, Ian (April 25, 2016). "Deftones: Beauty and Brutality". Exclaim!. Archived from the original on February 26, 2025. Retrieved December 24, 2019.
  21. ^ Rugoff, Lazlo (October 11, 2021). "The Matrix soundtrack set for vinyl reissue". The Vinyl Factory. Retrieved October 17, 2023.
  22. ^ Wang, Steffanee (June 5, 2023). "All the Songs That Played on HBO's The Idol". Nylon. Retrieved October 17, 2023.
  23. ^ "My Own Summer (Shove It)" [Disc one] liner notes.
  24. ^ "My Own Summer (Shove It)" [Disc two] liner notes.
  25. ^ Around the Fur (media notes). Deftones. Maverick Records. 1997. CDW 46810.{{cite AV media notes}}: CS1 maint: others in cite AV media (notes) (link)
  26. ^ "New Zealand single certifications – Deftones – My Own Summer (Shove It)". Radioscope. Retrieved January 7, 2025. Type My Own Summer (Shove It) in the "Search:" field.
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