Never Dreamed You'd Leave in Summer by Stevie Wonder is a poignant ballad about lost love and unexpected heartbreak. In this song, Stevie Wonder reflects on the pain of someone leaving him during a time when everything else was flourishing. The lyrics use the changing seasons as a metaphor for the progression of the relationship, moving from the warmth and promise of summer to the cold abandonment of winter. Key themes include love, loss, and the passage of time. Particularly poignant moments include lines where he expresses disbelief and sorrow over the departure, highlighting the deep emotional impact of the separation.