California King Bed
►Rihanna Lyrics

Chest to chest
We were physically close, facing each other with our chests touching.

Nose to nose
We were very close to each other with our noses almost touching.

Palm to palm
We were holding hands with our palms touching.

We were always just that close
We were always close to each other emotionally and physically.

Wrist to wrist
We were holding each other's wrists, symbolizing unity and affection.

Toe to toe
We were standing close enough for our toes to be touching.

Lips that felt just like the inside of a rose
Our kisses were gentle and soft, like touching the petals of a rose.

So how come when I reach out my finger It feels like more than distance between us
Despite our physical closeness, there is an emotional distance between us that cannot be bridged with just a finger's touch.

In this California king bed We're ten thousand miles apart I'll be California wishing on these stars For you're heart on me My California king
Despite sleeping on the same bed, we are emotionally distant and far apart. The artist wishes to close the emotional gap and for her partner's affection.

Eye to eye
We were looking directly into each other's eyes, symbolizing a strong connection and bond.

Cheek to cheek
We were very close to each other, with our cheeks touching.

Side by side
We were lying next to each other, showing a sense of companionship and unity.

You were sleeping next to me
The singer's partner was sleeping right next to her, yet there is still a sense of emotional distance between them.

Arm in arm
We were holding each other's arms, symbolizing a sense of support and love.

Dusk to dawn
We spent the whole night together, from evening until morning.

With the curtains drawn And a little last night on these sheets
They spent a passionate night together with the curtains closed and the implication of sexual activity on the sheets.

So how come when I reach out my finger It seems like more than distance between us
Despite the physical closeness, the emotional gap is still apparent even when just trying to touch fingers.

Just when I felt like giving up on us You turned around and gave me one last touch That made everything feel better And even then my eyes got wetter
Just when the singer was ready to give up, her partner gave her a small, reassuring touch that made her feel better and caused her to become emotional.

So confused wanna ask you if you love me But I don't wanna seem so weak Maybe I've been California dreaming
The singer is unsure of her partner's feelings and is reluctant to ask for reassurance, fearing she might look vulnerable. She wonders if her idealistic view of their relationship is unrealistic, like a daydream in California.

My California king
The artist sees her partner as the ruler of her heart and the symbol of her California dreams.