California Love )
2Pac Lyrics


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California love
California knows how to party
California knows how to party
In the city of L.A
In the city of good ol' Watts
In the city, the city of Compton
We keep it rockin', we keep it rockin'
Now let me welcome everybody to the Wild Wild West
A state that's untouchable like Eliot Ness
The track hits your eardrum like a slug to your chest
Pack a vest for your Jimmy in the city of sex
We in that Sunshine State where the bomb-ass hemp be
The state where you never find a dance floor empty
And pimps be on a mission for them greens
Lean mean money-making-machines servin' fiends
I been in the game for 10 years makin' rap tunes
Ever since honeys was wearin' Sassoon
Now it's '95 and they clock me and watch me
Diamonds shinin', lookin' like I robbed Liberace
It's all good, from Diego to the Bay
Your city is the bomb if your city makin' pay
Throw up a finger if you feel the same way
Dre puttin' it down for Californ-i-a

California knows how to party
California knows how to party (yes, they do)
In the city of L.A
In the city of good ol' Watts
In the city, the city of Compton
We keep it rockin', we keep it rockin'

Shake, shake it, baby
Shake, shake it, shake it baby
Shake, shake it, mama
Shake it, Cali
Shake, shake it, baby
Shake, shake it
Shake, shake it mama
Shake it

Out on bail, fresh out of jail, California dreamin'
Soon as I step on the scene, I'm hearin' hoochies screamin'
Fiendin' for money and alcohol, the life of a Westside player
Where cowards die and the strong ball
Only in Cali where we riot, not rally, to live and die
In L.A. we wearin' Chucks, not Ballys (yeah, that's right)
Dressed in Locs and Khaki suits, and ride is what we do
Flossin' but have caution, we collide with other crews
Famous because we program
Worldwide, let them recognize from Long Beach to Rosecrans
Bumpin' and grindin' like a slow jam
It's Westside, so you know the Row won't bow down to no man
Say what you say, but give me that bomb beat from Dre
Let me serenade the streets of L.A
From Oakland to Sac-town, the Bay Area and back down
Cali is where they put their mack down, give me love

California knows how to party
California knows how to party
In the city of L.A
In the city of good ol' Watts
In the city, the city of Compton
We keep it rockin', we keep it rockin'

Shake, shake it, baby
Shake, shake it
Shake, shake it, mama
Shake it, Cali
Shake, shake it, baby
Shake, shake it
Shake, shake it mama
Shake it, Cali

Uh, yeah, uh, uh, Long Beach in the house
Uh, yeah, Oaktown
Oakland definitely in the house
Frisco, Frisco

And you know L.A. up in this
Pasadena, where you at?
Yeah, Inglewood
Inglewood always up to no good
Even Hollywood tryin' to get a piece, baby
Sacramento, Sacramento where you at?
Throw it up, y'all! Throw it up, throw it up
I can't see ya
Let's show these fools how we do it on this Westside
'Cause you and I know it's the best side
Yeah, that's right
West Coast, West Coast
California love
California love, yeah

California knows how to party
California knows how to party
In the city of L.A
In the city of good ol' Watts
In the city, the city of Compton
We keep 'em rockin', we keep 'em rockin'





Just come on shake, shake it, baby
Baby, baby, shake it mama, shake it mama, shake it mama

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to 2Pac Roger Troutman & Dr. Dre's "California Love" are all about celebrating the West Coast and the unique spirit of California. The song opens with the lyrics "California love, California knows how to party," which set the stage for an anthem that is all about the fun-loving, laid-back energy of the state.


The song then pays tribute to a number of specific areas within California, including L.A., Watts, and Compton. These are all parts of the state that are known for their strong cultural identities and unique contributions to art, music, and popular culture.


Later in the song, 2Pac raps about the West Coast lifestyle, mentioning the role that money-making, partying, and cruising in cars all play in shaping the culture of the region.


Overall, "California Love" is a joyful and upbeat celebration of everything that makes California an amazing place to live, work, and play.


Line by Line Meaning

California love
This is a song about the great state of California and the people who love it.


California knows how to party
Californians are known for their ability to have a good time and enjoy life.


In the city of L.A
The city of Los Angeles is one of the biggest and most vibrant cities in California.


In the city of good ol' Watts
Watts is a neighborhood in South Los Angeles that has a rich history and culture.


In the city, the city of Compton
Compton is a city in Los Angeles County that is known for its hip-hop culture and as the birthplace of many famous rappers.


We keep it rockin', we keep it rockin'
The people of California are always having fun and keeping the good times going.


Now let me welcome everybody to the Wild Wild West
This is an invitation to everyone to come and experience the carefree and fun-loving atmosphere of California.


A state that's untouchable like Eliot Ness
California is a state that's so great and so fun that it's unbeatable, just like Eliot Ness was an unbeatable lawman.


The track hits your eardrum like a slug to your chest
This song is powerful and intense, and it grabs your attention right from the beginning.


Pack a vest for your Jimmy in the city of sex
It's important to protect yourself when you're in a city that's known for its wild nightlife and sexual freedom.


We in that Sunshine State where the bomb-ass hemp be
California is a warm and sunny state that's known for its high-quality marijuana.


The state where you never find a dance floor empty
The people of California love to dance and have a good time, and there's always a party happening somewhere.


And pimps be on a mission for them greens
Pimps in California are always hustling to make money and looking for ways to get ahead.


Lean mean money-making-machines servin' fiends
The people of California are hardworking and dedicated to making money and living the good life.


I been in the game for 10 years makin' rap tunes
The artist has been making rap music for a decade and has become very successful as a result.


Ever since honeys was wearin' Sassoon
The artist has been in the rap game for so long that he remembers when women were wearing Sassoon jeans, which are not in style anymore.


Now it's '95 and they clock me and watch me
In 1995, the artist is more famous and successful than ever, and people are paying attention to his every move.


Diamonds shinin', lookin' like I robbed Liberace
The artist's success has allowed him to buy expensive jewelry that sparkles and shines like he stole it from the famous performer Liberace.


It's all good, from Diego to the Bay
Everything is great and wonderful all across California, from San Diego in the south to the San Francisco Bay Area in the north.


Your city is the bomb if your city makin' pay
If you're making money in your hometown in California, then it's a great place to be.


Throw up a finger if you feel the same way
If you agree that California is the best state, then you should raise your middle finger and show your support.


Dre puttin' it down for Californ-i-a
Dr. Dre is representing California and showing how great it is through his music.


Shake, shake it, baby
This is an invitation to dance and have a good time.


Shake, shake it, shake it baby
Keep dancing and having a good time.


Shake, shake it, mama
Let's see all the ladies dancing and having a good time.


Shake it, Cali
This is a call to action for all of California to keep the party going and keep dancing.


Out on bail, fresh out of jail, California dreamin'
The artist was recently released from jail and is now living the California dream of freedom and opportunity.


Soon as I step on the scene, I'm hearin' hoochies screamin'
As soon as the artist arrives on the scene, he's surrounded by women who are screaming in excitement to see him.


Fiendin' for money and alcohol, the life of a Westside player
The people of California are always chasing after money and looking for a good time, just like someone who's addicted to drugs or alcohol.


Where cowards die and the strong ball
Only the bravest and strongest people can survive and thrive in California.


Only in Cali where we riot, not rally, to live and die
Californians are so passionate and intense that they riot rather than just protesting or rallying for their causes.


In L.A. we wearin' Chucks, not Ballys (yeah, that's right)
In Los Angeles, people wear Chuck Taylor sneakers instead of expensive Bally shoes.


Dressed in Locs and Khaki suits, and ride is what we do
People in California like to wear Locs sunglasses and khaki suits while cruising around in their cars.


Flossin' but have caution, we collide with other crews
California is a place where people like to show off their wealth and success, but they also need to be careful not to get caught up in dangerous conflicts with others.


Famous because we program
Californians are famous for being technologically advanced and innovative.


Worldwide, let them recognize from Long Beach to Rosecrans
People all around the world should recognize California's greatness and how it extends from Long Beach to Rosecrans.


Bumpin' and grindin' like a slow jam
The people of California love to dance and move to the rhythm of the music.


It's Westside, so you know the Row won't bow down to no man
People on the Westside of California are strong and independent, and they won't be intimidated by anyone.


Say what you say, but give me that bomb beat from Dre
Some people might talk negatively about the artist, but as long as he has music from Dr. Dre, he'll keep making hits.


Let me serenade the streets of L.A
The artist wants to sing and perform for the people on the streets of Los Angeles.


From Oakland to Sac-town, the Bay Area and back down
California is a big state with many great cities and regions, from Oakland to Sacramento to the Bay Area and back down to LA.


Cali is where they put their mack down, give me love
California is a place where people show off their style and charisma, and the artist wants to be loved and appreciated for his talents and hard work.


Uh, yeah, uh, uh, Long Beach in the house
This is a shout-out to the city of Long Beach and the people who live there.


Oakland definitely in the house
This is a shout-out to the city of Oakland and the people who live there.


Frisco, Frisco
This is a shout-out to the city of San Francisco and the people who live there.


And you know L.A. up in this
Los Angeles is also represented and celebrated in this song.


Pasadena, where you at?
This is a shout-out to the city of Pasadena and the people who live there.


Yeah, Inglewood
This is a shout-out to the city of Inglewood and the people who live there.


Inglewood always up to no good
Inglewood is a tough and gritty city where people have to be on their guard to survive.


Even Hollywood tryin' to get a piece, baby
Even the famous and wealthy people in Hollywood are trying to get in on the excitement and good times in California.


Sacramento, Sacramento where you at?
This is a shout-out to the city of Sacramento and the people who live there.


Throw it up, y'all! Throw it up, throw it up
This is a call to action for everyone to raise their hands and show their love for California.


I can't see ya
This is a playful way of acknowledging that there are so many people in California that it's hard to see everyone at once.


Let's show these fools how we do it on this Westside
This is a challenge to show the rest of the world how amazing and fun the Westside of California truly is.


'Cause you and I know it's the best side
The people of California know that the Westside is the best side and want to share their love for it with everyone.


West Coast, West Coast
This is a celebration of the West Coast and all the great things that happen here.


California love
This is a love letter to the state of California and everything that makes it great.


California knows how to party
The people of California are known for their ability to have a good time and enjoy life.


California knows how to party (yes, they do)
This is just a repeat of the previous line, emphasizing how true it is that Californians know how to party.


We keep it rockin', we keep it rockin'
The people of California are always having fun and keeping the good times going.


Just come on shake, shake it, baby
Let's keep dancing and having fun.


Baby, baby, shake it mama, shake it mama, shake it mama
This is just another way of encouraging people to dance and have a good time.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Andre Romell Young, Roger Troutman, Larry Troutman, Tupac Amaru Shakur, Christopher Stainton, Ronnie Hudson, Mikel Hooks, Joe Cocker

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@vnxck6173

its funny how I miss someone who died before i was born

@Classic_Re-creation

That is crazy I'm 29 so pac was alive when I was born but I didn't know about Tupac untill I was about 10, so when I recognised him and who he was he had allready been dead for around 5 years and it's the same with mei feel like a miss him even tho he was never their

@Classic_Re-creation

Makes me feel super old tho when I see that this track is 25 years old, that means some of tupacs music will be 30+ years old

@roopeshsharma6769

agreed .. feels like a personal loss 😢😭

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Same

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Me too

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