Golden Gate
Herb Wiedoeft & His Orchestra Lyrics
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When you talk of the West
And as a sample of Heaven
California is best, da-da-da-da
I'm getting tired of the rain and snow
My weary brain is cryin' Westward-Ho
Train pulls out at eleven
For that rose-covered nest
Oh, Golden Gate, da-da-da-da, I'm comin' to ya
Golden Gate, da-da-da-da, sing Hallelujah
I'll live in the sun, boom-boom, love in the moon
Where every month is June
A little sun-kissed blonde, da-da-da-da, is comin' my way
Just beyond that Lincoln Highway
I'm goin' strong now, it won't be long now
Open up that Golden Gate
Mountains and mountains, rivers and fountains
Rocks that are aged and worn
Acre after acre of the richest soil
A hundred million billion barrels of oil
Prairies and prairies, cattle and dairies
Under a heaven of blue
And right at the tail, the end of the trail
Thousands of boats sailing through that
Golden Gate, da-da-da-da, I'm comin' to ya
(Come on, get hot!)
Golden Gate, da-da-da-da, sing Hallelujah
I'll live in the sun, ah, love in the moon
Where every, where every month, every month is June
A little sun-kissed blonde is comin' my way
Right beyond that Lincoln Highway
I'm goin' strong now, it won't be long now
Open up that Golden, Golden Gate
The Herb Wiedoeft & His Orchestra's song Golden Gate is a celebration of the beauty and allure of California. The lyrics describe the West Coast as a taste of heaven and California as the best example of it. The singer expresses his exhaustion with the rain and snow and longs for the beauty and warmth of California. He is determined to make his way West to live in the sun, where every month is June and he can find love under the moon. The final destination for the singer is the Golden Gate, which he implores to be opened up to him. The bridge symbolizes not just the physical gateway to California but a spiritual one, and the singer feels that once he crosses it, he will have entered a new paradise.
The lyrics of this song not only celebrate the beauty of California but they also portray the idea of the American Dream, with its focus on moving westward in search of a better life. The singer yearns to leave behind the cold and dreary weather of his current home and believes that California holds the promise of riches, success, and love. The song also praises the natural beauty of California, with its mountains, rivers, and fertile soil. It speaks to the deep connection that people can feel to a place and their willingness to travel great distances in search of a better life.
Line by Line Meaning
You are talking of Heaven
California is so great, it is often compared to Heaven.
When you talk of the West
When people talk about the best places in the West, California is always part of the conversation.
And as a sample of Heaven
California serves as a perfect example of what Heaven might be like.
California is best, da-da-da-da
California is really the best state in the West.
I'm getting tired of the rain and snow
I'm tired of living in a place where it snows and rains so much.
My weary brain is cryin' Westward-Ho
I'm eager to move to the West and start a new life.
Train pulls out at eleven
The train leaves at 11 a.m.
For that rose-covered nest
I'm headed to a beautiful place covered in roses.
Oh, Golden Gate, da-da-da-da, I'm comin' to ya
I'm excited to see the Golden Gate Bridge and experience all that California has to offer.
Golden Gate, da-da-da-da, sing Hallelujah
The Golden Gate Bridge is such a beautiful sight, it makes me want to sing Hallelujah.
I'll live in the sun, boom-boom, love in the moon
I'm going to enjoy the sunny days in California and love under the romantic moonlight.
Where every month is June
I won't have to worry about cold and dreary weather, it will always feel like June in California.
A little sun-kissed blonde, da-da-da-da, is comin' my way
I'm excited to meet a beautiful, blonde person who loves the sun as much as I do.
Just beyond that Lincoln Highway
I know that person is waiting for me just past the Lincoln Highway.
I'm goin' strong now, it won't be long now
I feel confident and strong and know that I'll reach my destination soon.
Open up that Golden Gate
I'm ready to enter California and start my new life.
Mountains and mountains, rivers and fountains
California is a state full of natural wonders, like mountains, rivers, and fountains.
Rocks that are aged and worn
There are even beautiful, aged rocks that add to the state's natural beauty.
Acre after acre of the richest soil
The farmland in California is rich and fertile, making it perfect for growing crops.
A hundred million billion barrels of oil
California has an abundance of natural resources, including oil.
Prairies and prairies, cattle and dairies
There are wide open spaces full of prairies and farmland with plenty of livestock.
Under a heaven of blue
The sky in California is always blue and beautiful.
And right at the tail, the end of the trail
At the very end of the road, there's something special waiting for me.
Thousands of boats sailing through that
There are so many boats in the water near the Golden Gate Bridge, it's a beautiful sight to see.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: AL JOLSON, BILLY ROSE, DAVE DREYER, JOSEPH MEYER
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saxondog2001
I agree! I've got a copy of the Jolson version on CD and I've played the grooves off of it! Jolson sings it like a hymn to California and the robust prospects of that part of the 20th Century in America.
michael such
I like the way the recording seems stereo..what a great bass sound!
barbcard
I agree with D. This makes me want to hop a flight to SF at this very moment. My favorite bridge. Walked across it many years ago, got dizzy and almost turned back in mid-bridge, then realized that would be just as far as going all the way to Sausalito, from where I took the bus back.
jpnoll
thank you for honoring my cousin Herb Weidoeft.
dick12235
Beautiful. Thanks for Posting
barbcard
You'll soon get back there and have another chance, or so I hope.
Art Howard
But, the bridge wasn't built until the late 30's was it......I always connect the song with the Golden Gate Bridge and the City of San Francisco and movie of l936 .....................
Richard Moon
Thlanks again.