Bride is a Christian metal/rock band formed in the 80s as "Matrix", by brot… Read Full Bio ↴Bride is a Christian metal/rock band formed in the 80s as "Matrix", by brothers Dale Thompson and Troy Thompson. Despite being criticized for their abrupt changes in style in favor of what's "hot", the band has remained largely popular in the U.S. and other places like Brazil. Dale, a full time pastor, wanted to use the band for ministry and not for profit, so in the late 90's they decided to go completely independent from any record label and put out an offer to play any free concert they were invited to as long as they were compensated for travel food and lodging. The offer is still posted on their website, so if you want to have them come to your town, you might give it a try.

California Sunshine
Bride Lyrics

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Fifty ways and maybe more,
to the tree of life to come up short
The narrow road is the way go
In a trumped up 70 Super Sport

Truth and lies has consequence
Depending upon ones competence
The fearful losses confidence

The world sees no difference

Come home from the California sunshine
Recycled Angel tears
Flat blues in the headlights
Back breakers Don't Come back here

Come home from the California sunshine
Recycled Angel tears
Flat blues in the headlights
Back breakers Don't Come back here

And it makes little sense
to suffer through the politics
No one drank the new wine
Flushed in their list of crimes

Time for me to elaborate
The good and bad will separate
You heard about the judgement day
I hope you don't miscalculate

Come home from the California sunshine
Recycled Angel tears
Flat blues in the headlights
Back breakers Don't Come back here

Come home from the California sunshine
Recycled Angel tears
Flat blues in the headlights
Back breakers Don't Come back here

Come home from the California sunshine
Recycled Angel tears
Flat blues in the headlights
Back breakers Don't Come back here

Come home from the California sunshine
Recycled Angel tears

Flat blues in the headlights
Back breakers Don't Come back here

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of the Bride's song "California Sunshine" are about the consequences of one's actions and the need for redemption. The first few lines allude to the different ways a person can try to achieve success but may still not attain it. The verse "Truth and lies have consequences, depending upon one's competence, the fearful losses confidence, the world sees no difference" suggests that one's decisions and efforts can have both positive and negative outcomes, which can impact how others view them.

The chorus "Come home from the California sunshine, recycled angel tears, flat blues in the headlights, back breakers don't come back here" appears to be a plea to someone who has strayed from their path and is experiencing the repercussions of their actions. The "California sunshine" could represent a carefree and indulgent lifestyle, but it has only led to "recycled angel tears" and "flat blues in the headlights," which signify pain and disappointment. The line "back breakers don't come back here" implies that the person has burned bridges and is not welcome back.

The last verse "Time for me to elaborate, the good and bad will separate, you heard about the judgement day, I hope you don't miscalculate" speaks to the need for reflection and accountability. There is a reminder of the ultimate judgement and consequences for one's actions, urging the listener to make amends before it's too late.

Line by Line Meaning

Fifty ways and maybe more, to the tree of life to come up short
The path to success is uncertain, even with a multitude of options

The narrow road is the way go In a trumped up 70 Super Sport
Success may require taking a difficult and unconventional path

Truth and lies has consequence Depending upon ones competence The fearful losses confidence The world sees no difference
The consequences of truth and lies depend on how well individuals can handle them, and fear only leads to loss of confidence and apathy

Come home from the California sunshine Recycled Angel tears Flat blues in the headlights Back breakers Don't Come back here
Returning home to reality can be a harsh experience, filled with sadness and regret

And it makes little sense to suffer through the politics No one drank the new wine Flushed in their list of crimes
Politics can be pointless and corrupt, leading to people being punished for minor offenses and disregarding new ideas

Time for me to elaborate The good and bad will separate You heard about the judgement day I hope you don't miscalculate
There will come a time when good and bad will be distinguished, and it's important not to make the wrong choices

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