Wilde is known for breezy California power pop through his records released in the 1980s and 90's. Catchy hooks and power chords were his hallmark. In the 1980s he landed two minor rock radio hits with "Isn't It Enough" and "Time Runs Wild".
The single "Time Runs Wild" was featured on the soundtrack to the film Dream a Little Dream.
Wilde was the founding member of the now-legendary power-pop band The Quick. Wilde then went on to form Great Buildings in 1981 and released an album. After the band's demise Danny Wilde pursued a solo career. His first solo release in 1986, The Boyfriend, was very successful for Wilde, garnishing 2 pop singles "Isn't It Enough" & "Body To Body". Wilde then released Any Man's Hunger in 1988. It featured popular tracks such as "Time Runs Wild" and "Wouldn't be the First Time", and reached #176 on the U.S. album charts, his only solo album to chart in the United States. The album had moderate success. Wilde followed it with the release of the self-titled album Danny Wilde in 1989. The album contained some of Wilde's most popular songs including "Cut from Stone", "The Long Way Home", and "We Don't Have To Say Goodbye".
But it was in the 1990s that Wilde found major commercial success, forming The Rembrandts with Phil Sลlem. The duo's two biggest hits were "Just The Way It Is Baby" and "I'll Be There for You" the theme from Friends.
California Sunshine
Danny Wilde Lyrics
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Because the summertime is comin' and you want some radiation
Well you gotta shake off the drags and pack up your bags, 'cause you got a little ways to go
To where the palm trees bend, in the Santa Ana winds, and the women line up like dominos
I GOT THE PLACE, IF YOU GOT THE TIME
I'LL BRING THE GIRLS IF YOU BRING THE WINE
COME ON AND TAKE A BREAK, BROM THE EVERDAY GRIND
IN THE CALIFORNIA SUNSHINE
Now you don't have to fall in line, you just have to know the angles (California Sunshine)
Yeh and the P.C.H is a really fine drive, from Eureka down to Mexico (California)
So buddy fill up your tanks, and join in the ranks, and get some sand in between your toes
(CHORUS)
Yeh life in the fast line-There's hardly ever any rain
Take care-No pain-Everyone's on cocaine
Go to jail-Make bail-Have another cocktail...Yeh
You can be anybody that you wanna be, in the (California Sunshine)
There's no past, no future, no history in the (California Sunshine)
Yeh we got the Hollywood sign-Sunset and Vine
Oh they're really somethin' you should see (California)
C'mon and pack up your blues and let's blow a fuse
Now don't you wanna come along with me
(CHORUS)
Yeh I got the place, if you got the time
I'll bring the girls if you bring the wine
Kick off your shoes and leave your troubles behind
In the California Sunshine
California Sunshine.....California Sunshine
The song 'California Sunshine' by Danny Wilde is an invitation for the listener to take a break from the monotony of everyday life and head to California to enjoy some sun, sand, and relaxation. The singer acknowledges the hard work and stress that the listener has endured during the winter months and offers them a chance to let loose in the sun-kissed state. The opening lines of the song sum up the song's purpose, as it sets the tone of a much-needed beach vacation. The singer urges the listener to shed their winter woes and pack up their bags to head to the land of the palm trees and the Santa Ana winds, where the sunshine and beautiful women await.
Throughout the song, the singer lures the listener to come to California, promising a life in the fast line filled with little to no rain and plenty of cocaine. The singer does not shy away from the ups and downs of life in California, as he mentions the possibility of going to jail, making bail, and having another cocktail. Nonetheless, California's allure is not limited to these things alone. The state offers a way of life where one can be anyone they wish to be, with no past, future, or history. The singer also boasts about the landmarks that the state is famous for, such as the PCH, the Hollywood sign, and Sunset and Vine.
Line by Line Meaning
Well you've been workin' all winter and you need a vacation
You have been working hard throughout the winter and itโs about time you go for a vacation.
Because the summertime is comin' and you want some radiation
As summer is approaching, you are longing for some sunshine and warmth.
Well you gotta shake off the drags and pack up your bags, 'cause you got a little ways to go
Itโs time to get rid of all the negativity and pack your bags for a journey.
To where the palm trees bend, in the Santa Ana winds, and the women line up like dominos
The destination is where palm trees sway in the Santa Ana winds and beautiful women stand in a queue like dominos.
I GOT THE PLACE, IF YOU GOT THE TIME
I'LL BRING THE GIRLS IF YOU BRING THE WINE
COME ON AND TAKE A BREAK, BROM THE EVERDAY GRIND
IN THE CALIFORNIA SUNSHINE
I have found the perfect place, and if you come along, I will bring beautiful girls and ask you to bring wine so that we both can break free from our daily routine and enjoy the California sun and warmth.
There ain't another scene around like in the city of the angels (California Sunshine)
There is no other place like the City of Angeles in the world to enjoy beautiful scenes under the California sunshine.
Now you don't have to fall in line, you just have to know the angles (California Sunshine)
You donโt have to follow the crowd, just know the right ways to enjoy yourself in California.
Yeh and the P.C.H is a really fine drive, from Eureka down to Mexico (California)
The Pacific Coast Highway, from Eureka down to Mexico, is an amazing route to drive on in California.
So buddy fill up your tanks, and join in the ranks, and get some sand in between your toes
Therefore, fill your tanks, accompany me, walk on the sand and enjoy the California sunshine to your heartโs content.
(CHORUS)
Chorus
Yeh life in the fast line-There's hardly ever any rain
Life in the fast lane here is amazing, with hardly any rain to obstruct it.
Take care-No pain-Everyone's on cocaine
Take care and stay happy, no pain and almost everyone here is on cocaine.
Go to jail-Make bail-Have another cocktail...Yeh
Go to jail, make bail and celebrate with another cocktail, yes! that's how free life is here.
You can be anybody that you wanna be, in the (California Sunshine)
You can live your life here being whoever you want to be.
There's no past, no future, no history in the (California Sunshine)
In California sunshine, there is no brooding over the past or worrying about the future, but just enjoying the present moment.
Yeh we got the Hollywood sign-Sunset and Vine
Oh they're really somethin' you should see (California)
One of the major attractions of California is Hollywood sign, Sunset, and Vine which are really something you must-see.
C'mon and pack up your blues and let's blow a fuse
Now don't you wanna come along with me
Pack up whatever baggage you have and letโs blow a fuse, come along with me and have endless fun.
(CHORUS)
Chorus
Yeh I got the place, if you got the time
I'll bring the girls if you bring the wine
Kick off your shoes and leave your troubles behind
In the California Sunshine
California Sunshine.....California Sunshine
Yes, I have found the perfect place to relieve stress and enjoy, so if you give me your time, I will bring beautiful girls, and you bring wine. Let's just relax and have an amazing time enjoying California's sunshine, leaving all our troubles behind.
Contributed by Victoria F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
vanshipman
Peter Frampton on lead guitar, outstanding. ๐๐ป