According to the California Gurls Songfacts, the unconventional spelling of the song title is a reference to Big Star's September Gurls. Perry also revealed that the song is a response to Jay-Z's Empire State Of Mind.
The song was originally intended to be sent to mainstream and rhythmic airplay on May 25, 2010. However, after clips from Perry's new album were leaked online, her label released the song to radio on May 7, 2010 and also began to stream it on her website.
"California Gurls " has the world record for most airplays in one week, previously held by Ke$ha for TiK ToK.
California Gurls
063_Katy Perry feat. Snoop Dog Lyrics
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Let's take a journey
I know a place
Where the grass is really greener
Warm, wet, and wild
There must be somethin' in the water
Sippin' gin and juice
(Undone)
The boys break their necks
Tryin' to creep a little sneak peek
(At us)
You could travel the world
But nothing comes close to the golden coast
Once you party with us
You'll be fallin' in love
California girls, we're unforgettable
Daisy dukes, bikinis on top
Sun-kissed skin, so hot
We'll melt your popsicle
California girls, we're undeniable
Fine, fresh, fierce, we got it one lock
West-coast represent
Now put your hands up
Sex on the beach
We've got white sand in our stilettos
We freak in my jeep
Snoop Doggy Dogg on the stereo
You could travel the world
But nothing comes close to the golden coast
Once you party with us
You'll be fallin' in love
California girls, we're unforgettable
Daisy dukes, bikinis on top
Sun-kissed skin, so hot
We'll melt your popsicle
California girls, we're undeniable
Fine, fresh, fierce, we got it one lock
West-coast represent
Now put your hands up
Toned, tanned, fit, and ready
Turn it up 'cause it's gettin' heavy
Wild, wild west-coast
These are the girls I love the most
I mean the ones, I mean like she's the one
Kiss her, touch her, squeeze her buns
The girl's a freak, she drive a Jeep
And live on the Beach
I'm okay, I won't play, I love the bay
Just like I love L.A.
Venice Beach and Palm Springs
Summertime is everyday
Homeboys bangin' out
All that ass hangin' out
Bikinis, zuchinis, martinis, no weenies
Just a king and a queenie
Katy, my lady?
(Yeah?)
Looky here, baby
(Uh-huh)
I'm all up on ya
'Cause your represtin' California
California girls, we're unforgettable
Daisy dukes, bikinis on top
Sun-kissed skin, so hot
We'll melt your popsicle
California girls, we're undeniable
Fine, fresh, fierce, we got it one lock
West-coast represent
Now put your hands up
California, California girls
(California girls, man)
California, California girls
The song "California Gurls" by Katy Perry ft. Snoop Dogg is an upbeat and catchy tribute to the laidback lifestyle of California. It invites listeners to join them on a journey to a place where the grass is always greener, the girls are always fine, fresh, and fierce, and the boys are always breaking their necks to catch a glimpse of them. Sipping Gin and juice, laying under palm trees, and having sex on the beach are some of the activities mentioned that contribute to the fun and carefree lifestyle of California.
The chorus "California girls, we're unforgettable, Daisy dukes, bikinis on top, Sun-kissed skin, so hot, We'll melt your popsicle" highlights the fact that California girls have a unique style and beauty that sets them apart from girls around the world. They are confident, attractive, and unapologetic about it, and they love representing the West coast where they are from. The song also features a rap verse from Snoop Dogg where he pays homage to the girls he loves the most, kisses, touches, and squeezes their buns, and talks about his love for the city of Los Angeles.
Overall, the song is an anthemic celebration of California and its people, inviting listeners to partake in the fun and experience the joys of being a California girl or boy.
Line by Line Meaning
Greetings loved ones
Hello to all my friends
Let's take a journey
Let's go on an adventure
I know a place
I have a location in mind
Where the grass is really greener
Where the foliage is more lush
Warm, wet, and wild
Hot, humid, and adventurous
There must be somethin' in the water
Perhaps there is something affecting them
Sippin' gin and juice
Drinking gin and juice
Layin' underneath the palm trees (Undone)
Relaxing under a palm tree (loose)
The boys break their necks
The guys can't help but turn their heads
Tryin' to creep a little sneak peek (At us)
Trying to sneak a peek at us
You could travel the world
You could go everywhere
But nothing comes close to the golden coast
But nothing compares to the California coastline
Once you party with us
Once you enjoy a party with us
You'll be fallin' in love
You'll be smitten with us
California girls, we're unforgettable
Girls from California are unforgettable
Daisy dukes, bikinis on top
Wearing short shorts and bikinis
Sun-kissed skin, so hot
Skin that's been tanned by the sun and looks attractive
We'll melt your popsicle
We'll make you feel good/be attracted to us
California girls, we're undeniable
Girls from California are amazing
Fine, fresh, fierce, we got it on lock
We are excellent, confident, and unstoppable
West-coast represent
We are representing the west coast
Now put your hands up
Raise your hands in the air
Sex on the beach
Engaging in sexual activity on the beach
We've got white sand in our stilettos
Sand is getting into our high-heeled shoes
We freak in my jeep
We have sex in my jeep
Snoop Doggy Dogg on the stereo
Snoop Doggy Dogg is playing on the stereo
Toned, tanned, fit, and ready
In great shape and prepared
Turn it up 'cause it's gettin' heavy
Make the music louder because it's intense
Wild, wild west-coast
The west coast is crazy and exciting
These are the girls I love the most
These California girls are the ones he loves the most
I mean the ones, I mean like she's the one
The one he's really talking about is a specific girl
Kiss her, touch her, squeeze her buns
Be affectionate with her and touch her butt
The girl's a freak, she drive a Jeep
The girl is wild and drives a Jeep
And live on the Beach
Lives on the beach
I'm okay, I won't play, I love the bay
He is fine and doesn't play around. He loves the San Francisco Bay area
Just like I love L.A.
He also loves Los Angeles
Venice Beach and Palm Springs
He also loves Venice Beach and Palm Springs
Summertime is everyday
It feels like summertime every day
Homeboys bangin' out
Guys hanging out
All that ass hangin' out
Girls showing off their butts
Bikinis, zuchinis, martinis, no weenies
Bikinis, zucchinis, martinis...but no hot dogs (literal or metaphorical)
Just a king and a queenie
Just a man and a woman (he is the king, she is the queen)
Katy, my lady? (Yeah?)
Hey Katy, how are you?
Looky here, baby (Uh-huh)
Listen to me, baby
I'm all up on ya
I'm all over you
'Cause your represtin' California
Because you are representing California
California girls, we're unforgettable
Girls from California are unforgettable
Daisy dukes, bikinis on top
Wearing short shorts and bikinis
Sun-kissed skin, so hot
Skin that's been tanned by the sun and looks attractive
We'll melt your popsicle
We'll make you feel good/be attracted to us
California girls, we're undeniable
Girls from California are amazing
Fine, fresh, fierce, we got it one lock
We are excellent, confident, and unstoppable
West-coast represent
We are representing the west coast
Now put your hands up
Raise your hands in the air
California, California girls
Girls from California!
(California girls, man)
(Girls from California, dude)
Contributed by Jackson M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@Reniibooo
2010 : I love this music!
2011 : Nostalgia
2012 : Nostalgia
2013 : Nostalgia
2014 : Nostalgia
2015 : Nostalgia
2016 : Nostalgia
2017 : So many views but still nostalgia
2018 : Nostalgia
2019 : Nostalgia
2020 : Nostalgia
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Lets be honest, we all wanted to go this place as a kid...
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Yes.....
@vince1845
And see the babes
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Not anymore
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I swear
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I still do
@arrifjoe
Everytime the chorus hits, The "dance" always got to my mind
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The Shark costume
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When a killer is hit by a trap just dance😜
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