California Girls
Beach Boys Lyrics


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Well, East coast girls are hip
I really dig those styles they wear
And the Southern girls with the way they talk
They knock me out when I'm down there

The Midwest farmer's daughters really make you feel alright
And the Northern girls with the way they kiss
They keep their boyfriends warm at night

I wish they all could be California (girls)
I wish they all could be California
I wish they all could be California girls

The West coast has the sunshine
And the girls all get so tanned
I dig a French bikini on Hawaiian island
Dolls by a palm tree in the sand

I been all around this great big world
And I seen all kinds of girls
Yeah, but I couldn't wait to get back in the States
Back to the cutest girls in the world

I wish they all could be California (girls)
I wish they all could be California
I wish they all could be California girls

I wish they all could be California girls
(Girls, girls, girls, yeah I dig the)
I wish they all could be California girls
(Girls, girls, girls, yeah I dig the)
I wish they all could be California girls
(Girls, girls, girls, yeah I dig the)
I wish they all could be California girls
(Girls, girls, girls, yeah I dig the)
I wish they all could be California girls
(Girls, girls, girls, yeah I dig the)




I wish they all could be California girls
(Girls, girls, girls, yeah I dig the)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to "California Girls" by The Beach Boys celebrate the beauty and charm of various types of girls from different regions of the United States, ultimately expressing a preference for California girls. The song starts by acknowledging the appeal of East coast girls and their trendy fashion choices. The Southern girls captivate the singer with their charming accents. The Midwest farmer's daughters are described as making one feel alright, suggesting a sense of warmth and comfort. Additionally, the Northern girls are praised for their passionate kisses that keep their boyfriends warm at night.


The chorus becomes a recurring statement of the singer's wish for all the girls in the world to be California girls, indicating a strong preference for the beauty and allure of those from California. The lyrics emphasize the West coast's abundant sunshine and the natural tan that the girls acquire. The mention of a French bikini and Hawaiian island suggests an exotic and dreamy beauty found in those locations. The image of dolls by a palm tree in the sand suggests a sense of playfulness and relaxation.


The final verse reveals the singer's extensive travels around the world, yet despite encountering various types of girls, he longs to return to the States for the cutest girls in the world who reside in California. The repetition of the chorus reaffirms this desire.


Overall, "California Girls" can be seen as a celebration of the different types of beauty found in various regions of the United States, while also expressing a personal preference for California girls due to their perceived unique charm and attractiveness.


Line by Line Meaning

Well, East coast girls are hip
I find the fashion and style of girls from the East coast very appealing and trendy.


I really dig those styles they wear
I am particularly fond of the outfits and fashion choices of these East coast girls.


And the Southern girls with the way they talk
The charming accent and manner of speaking of Southern girls really captivate me.


They knock me out when I'm down there
I am completely infatuated and overwhelmed by the Southern girls whenever I visit that region.


The Midwest farmer's daughters really make you feel alright
The kind and down-to-earth nature of the daughters of Midwest farmers brings immense joy and contentment.


And the Northern girls with the way they kiss
The tender and affectionate way Northern girls kiss their partners leaves a lasting impression on me.


They keep their boyfriends warm at night
Northern girls have an incredible ability to bring comfort and warmth to their boyfriends during the night.


I wish they all could be California (girls)
I have a strong desire for all the girls from different regions to possess the unique qualities and attributes commonly associated with California girls.


The West coast has the sunshine
The West coast is renowned for its abundant sunshine and pleasant weather.


And the girls all get so tanned
The girls from the West coast often sport a bronzed complexion due to their exposure to the sun.


I dig a French bikini on Hawaiian island
I am particularly fond of seeing a woman wearing a French-style bikini while enjoying the beauty of a Hawaiian island.


Dolls by a palm tree in the sand
The sight of attractive women sunbathing near a palm tree on the sandy beach is highly appealing to me.


I been all around this great big world
I have traveled extensively across different countries and continents.


And I seen all kinds of girls
Throughout my travels, I have encountered girls of various backgrounds and characteristics.


Yeah, but I couldn't wait to get back in the States
Despite exploring the world, I always longed to return to the United States.


Back to the cutest girls in the world
I have a strong belief that the most adorable girls can be found right here in the United States.


I wish they all could be California (girls)
Once again, I express my desire for all the girls from different regions to possess the unique qualities and attributes commonly associated with California girls.


I wish they all could be California
I wish that all girls, regardless of their origin, could have the distinctive characteristics and charm often attributed to California girls.


I wish they all could be California girls
I express a longing for all girls to embody the essence and spirit commonly associated with California girls.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Brian Douglas Wilson, Michael Edward Love

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