This summery anthem was first announced in an interview with The Zach Sang Show in July 2019. Katy later revealed the song’s release date in a tweet on October 15, 2019, simultaneously unveiling the cover art.
The inspiration for “Harleys In Hawaii” came when Perry’s current fiancé, Orlando Bloom took the singer on a motorcycle ride in Hawaii, during the filming of American Idol. She said during an interview with the Zach Sang Show: «To be on the back of a motorcycle in Hawaii with the air blowing on your face is so beautiful. I was whispering to Orlando: ‘I’m going to write a song called “Harleys in Hawaii,”‘ and I did. It just dropped into my head.»
Harleys in Hawaii
Katy Perry Lyrics
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Cruisin' down a heart-shaped highway
Got you swervin' lane-to-lane, don't hit the brakes
'Cause I'm feelin' so safe
I'll be your baby, on a Sunday
Oh, why don't we get out of town?
Call me your baby, on the same wave
You and I, I
Ridin' Harleys in Hawaii, I
I'm on the back, I'm holdin' tight, I
Want you to take me for a ride, ride
When I hula-hula, hula
So good, you'll take me to the jeweler-jeweler, jeweler
There's pink and purple in the sky, I
We're ridin' Harleys in Hawaii, I
Let me run my fingers through your salty hair
Go ahead, explore the island vibes
So real that you can feel it in the air
I'm revvin' up your engine
I'll be your baby, on a Sunday
Oh, why don't we get out of town? (Why don't we get out of town?)
Call me your baby, catch the same wave
Oh, no, no, there's no slowin' down (let's go)
You and I, I
Ridin' Harleys in Hawaii, I
I'm on the back, I'm holdin' tight, I
Want you to take me for a ride, ride
When I hula-hula, hula
So good, you'll take me to the jeweler-jeweler, jeweler
There's pink and purple in the sky, I
We're ridin' Harleys in Hawaii, I
No, no
You and I
You and I, I
Ridin' Harleys in Hawaii, I
I'm on the back, I'm holdin' tight, I
Want you to take me for a ride, ride (oh)
When I hula-hula, hula
So good, you'll take me to the jeweler-jeweler, jeweler
There's pink and purple in the sky, I
We're ridin' Harleys in Hawaii, I
I'll be your baby, on a Sunday
Oh
We're ridin' Harleys in Hawaii
Call me your baby, catch the same wave
Oh
We're ridin' Harleys in Hawaii
The lyrics to Katy Perry's hit song "Harleys in Hawaii” are about a passionate love affair that takes place in the beautiful setting of Hawaii. The song's opening lines, "Boy, tell me, can you take my breath away? Cruisin' down a heart-shaped highway," describe the intense feeling of excitement and anticipation that the two lovers have for each other. The next line, "Got you swervin' lane-to-lane, don't hit the brakes," creates an image of the two of them carelessly and joyfully enjoying their ride.
The chorus, "You and I, I riding Harleys in Hawaii, I'm on the back, I'm holdin' tight, I want you to take me for a ride, ride," continues the image of them cruising around the beautiful landscape. The lyrics "When I hula-hula, hula, So good, you'll take me to the jeweler-jeweler, jeweler" are a reference to the Hula dance, which is a traditional Hawaiian dance performed by women. The two lovers are so happy and carefree that they feel like they are riding "Harleys in Hawaii," despite the fact that they are actually on a motorcycle.
Overall, this song paints a beautiful and adventurous love story set in Hawaii. The lyrics express the exhilaration and passion of the two lovers and their connection to the beautiful place they're in.
Line by Line Meaning
Boy, tell me, can you take my breath away?
I want to feel alive and exhilarated with you. Can you make me feel that?
Cruisin' down a heart-shaped highway
We're on a path of love, heading in the same direction.
Got you swervin' lane-to-lane, don't hit the brakes
I want you to give in to the moment and not hold back.
'Cause I'm feelin' so safe
I trust you with my heart and my life.
I'll be your baby, on a Sunday
I want to be your partner, your ride or die, your everything.
Oh, why don't we get out of town?
Let's escape from our daily routine and explore something new together.
Call me your baby, on the same wave
Let's be connected on the same wavelength, feeling the same energy and emotion.
Oh, no, no, there's no slowin' down
We're in this for the long haul, let's not hold back or regret anything.
You and I
It's just us, no one else matters.
Ridin' Harleys in Hawaii, I
We're on an adventure, discovering something new and exciting.
I'm on the back, I'm holdin' tight, I
I'm with you, supporting you, and holding on to you through thick and thin.
Want you to take me for a ride, ride
I trust you completely to lead the way and show me something amazing.
When I hula-hula, hula
Let's dance, feel the rhythm, and enjoy each other's company.
So good, you'll take me to the jeweler-jeweler, jeweler
Our love is so beautiful and precious that you'll want to take me to the best jeweler to get the perfect ring.
There's pink and purple in the sky, I
We're surrounded by beauty, love, and magic.
We're ridin' Harleys in Hawaii, I
We're experiencing life to the fullest and creating memories that will last a lifetime.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Charlie Puth, Jacob Kasher Hindlin, Johan Jens Erik Carlsson, Katheryn Elizabeth Hudson
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@gldance3968
y’all slept on this song
@candace8281
THEY DID
@JosephMetusela_685
AND LET THEM CONTINUE TO SLEEEEP. 🙄🤣 PURRRRR
@fantasitix
@@JosephMetusela_685
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@stinkybaby7353
They realy did
@lilascharmante2712
I just learned its existence 😂
@dulceg857
I can't believe this song has been out for three years I just heard it for the first time while watching short videos on YouTube. Such a good song I've been playing it over and over I love this song it will never get old. ❤️❤️❤️
@ritaomr5278
Same here
@zanji8178
the memes of this song are truly funny
@MaritimeFox
Same here. I heard a version of it in a short about the new "Ghosted" film. Charlie Puth co-wrote this which makes sense as to why I like it so much. I could listen to it on repeat indefinitely.