California Sun
Bad Preachers Lyrics


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Well I'm going out west where I belong
Where the days are short and the nights are long

Where I'll walk
And they walk
I'll twist
And they twist
And I'll shimmy
And they shimmy
And I'll fly
And they fly
Where they're out there having fun
In the warm California sun

Well, I'm going out west
Out on the coast
Where the California girls
Are really the most

And I'll walk
And they walk
I'll twist
And they twist
And I'll shimmy
And they shimmy
And I'll fly
And they fly
Where they're out there having fun
In the warm California sun

Well, the girls are frisky
In old 'Frisco
A pretty little chick
Wherever you go

And I'll walk
And they walk
I'll twist
And they twist
And I'll shimmy
And they shimmy
And I'll fly
And they fly
Where they're out there having fun
In the warm California sun




Where they're out there having fun
In the warm California sun

Overall Meaning

The song "California Sun" by Bad Preachers is a classic tribute to the fun-loving nature of California residents, particularly the women. The opening lines of the song, "Well I'm going out west where I belong, where the days are short and the nights are long," sets the scene for the singer's desire for adventure and excitement in sunny California. He's ready to let loose and join in on the party, and he wants to be part of the action that he imagines is happening every night on the West Coast.


The song continues with the singer's fascination with California girls, who he thinks are "really the most." He's eager to walk, twist, shimmy, and fly alongside them, and he believes that wherever he goes in California, he'll encounter a "pretty little chick" who's just as free-spirited as he is. The chorus repeats the idea that everyone is having fun out in the California sun, which serves as a metaphor for the easygoing lifestyle that the singer craves.


Overall, this song is a lighthearted celebration of youthful fun and liberation. It captures the carefree spirit of the 1960s and paints a vivid picture of what it might have been like to live in California during that time. The repetitive nature of the lyrics and the repetitive nature of the rhythmic structure of the song itself, reflects the easy-going nature of the subject matter.


Line by Line Meaning

Well I'm going out west where I belong
I am heading to the West Coast where I feel I truly belong


Where the days are short and the nights are long
The days feel like they're over too quickly, leading to longer nights where I can enjoy the scenery and company


Where I'll walk
I plan to take leisurely strolls along the beach or city sidewalks


And they walk
Those around me will also be walking and enjoying the atmosphere


I'll twist
I'll dance and move to the beat of the music I hear


And they twist
Others will also join me in dancing to the rhythm


And I'll shimmy
I'll shake and sway to express my energy and excitement


And they shimmy
Others will also express themselves through lively movement


And I'll fly
I'll feel as though I'm soaring, enjoying the freedom and joy of my surroundings


Where they're out there having fun
Everyone around me is taking pleasure in their experiences


In the warm California sun
Under the bright and comfortable sun of California


Well, the girls are frisky
The girls in San Francisco seem lively and energetic


In old 'Frisco
Referring to the old nickname of San Francisco


A pretty little chick
A beautiful girl can be found nearly everywhere you go in California


Wherever you go
In any part of California, there will always be stunning women


Where they're out there having fun
The people around me are relaxed and enjoying themselves


In the warm California sun
In the lovely atmosphere of the Californian sunshine




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: HENRY GLOVER, MORRIS LEVY

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Its God's house but Jesus established a new covenant.
Whith, baptism, CONFESSION, and the Eucharist .
This are the laws for God's new covenant.
If we are dancing, and ignore what jesus ordained with His Apostles.
We live millions of people to die in their sins.
Which is exactly what is happening.
According to Virgim Mary.
A false gospel is going around the world.

People are being told if they accept Jesus as our LORD and saviour they are already saved.
This is an heresy.
Jesus established, sacraments, for us to live in communion with God.
By living what jesus ordained, we must believe Jesus is our God and saviour.



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Jesus told Peter, "I will build my church" (Matthew 16:18). Jesus’ Church is NOT in a building & most who attend a church….”ARE NOT PART OF HIS TRUE & HOLY CHURCH.”

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@demonloot6712

It is better to enjoy a fun church where you will eventually learn something by heart. Than church that you go to just hear but never learn anything.

Like a child, they learn by playing and having fun and laughing together.
Or when Jesus taught they were together, he taught them, they laughed together, they enjoyed being around him.

Of if you still don't understand, you been to school.
Who did you learn from the most?
A. A fun teacher
B. A strict teacher



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