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Line-up:
Nick Dillinger - Vocals & Bass
Johnny Mabie - Guitar
Troy Dillinger - Synthesizer
Dylan DeFatta - Drums
Catalina
Radio Racer Lyrics
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California's on fire
I think it's time I see the ocean, cuz it's been too long
I could use the fresh air
Catalina, don't go home
Catalina, don't go home
Shoulda seen her in the sunlight, her brown eyes shined like gold
Home
Don't go
I walk out on the beach, we'll walk these summer streets
And let's lose track of time, it only works against us
Better yet, let's just lose ourselves
The sea looks pretty friendly
Catalina, don't go home
Catalina, don't go home
Shoulda seen her in the sunlight, her brown eyes shined like gold
Catalina, don't go...
Home
This moment is fleeting
The Bud Light's retreating
They go out like tiny fires that hide behind your smile
I leave my past and future, and surrender to this world
To hear your laugh with porch in sight
Oh Catalina
(Don't go home)
Oh Catalina
Catalina, don't go home
Catalina, don't go home
Shoulda seen her in the sunlight, her brown eyes shined like gold
Catalina, don't go home
Begginnings and endings, sunrise and settings
California's on fire
Shoulda seen her in the sunlight, her brown eyes shined like gold
Catalina, don't go...
Home
The song "Catalina" by Radio Racer speaks about the longing to escape from the chaos of the world and to seek solace in the arms of nature. The beginning lines "Beginnings and endings, sunrise and settings, California's on fire" create an image of the singer contemplating the complexities of life and finding comfort in the simplicity of nature. The mention of California on fire is a reference to the state's frequent wildfires and how they can be both beautiful and devastating. The singer then expresses a desire to see the ocean, as it has been too long since they’ve last seen it and they could use some fresh air.
The mention of the character Catalina could represent someone who represents an escape for the singer. They implore her not to go home and describe how they should have seen her in the sunlight, as her brown eyes shone like gold. The singer desires to spend time with her, walk on the beach and lose track of time, as it only works against them. They want to lose themselves in the moment in order to escape from the world.
The song's chorus repeats the plea for Catalina not to go home, emphasizing the singer’s message. The bridge expresses the fleeting nature of the moment, comparing it to the disappearing light of a Bud Light bottle. The singer then surrenders to the world and seeks to find joy in small moments, such as hearing Catalina's laugh, which they describe as "porch in sight."
Overall, "Catalina" speaks about the desire to escape from the world's chaos and to find solace in the beauty of nature and small moments of joy with loved ones.
Line by Line Meaning
Begginnings and endings, sunrise and settings
The start and end of each day, represented by sunrise and sunset, can symbolize the beginning and end of things in life.
California's on fire
Refers to the wildfires that frequently occur in California, which can cause destruction and devastation.
I think it's time I see the ocean, cuz it's been too long
Expressing a desire to see and experience the ocean again after a long time away from it.
I could use the fresh air
Feeling a need to get out and experience something new and refreshing.
Catalina, don't go home
Directly addressing or pleading with someone named Catalina not to leave or go home.
Shoulda seen her in the sunlight, her brown eyes shined like gold
Recalling a moment or memory of someone named Catalina, and how they looked in the sunlight.
I walk out on the beach, we'll walk these summer streets
Describing a plan to take a walk on the beach and explore the town during the summertime.
And let's lose track of time, it only works against us
The desire to forget about time and live in the moment, rather than worrying about how much time has passed or will pass.
Better yet, let's just lose ourselves
Going even further than losing track of time, suggesting the idea of completely losing oneself in the moment and surroundings.
The sea looks pretty friendly
Commenting on the beautiful and welcoming appearance of the sea, and feeling drawn towards it.
This moment is fleeting
Reflecting on the brevity of the current moment or experience, and how it will soon come to an end.
The Bud Light's retreating
Referencing the consumption of a drink, and how it is disappearing or running out.
They go out like tiny fires that hide behind your smile
Metaphorically comparing the burning out of a drink to small fires that are hidden behind a smile.
I leave my past and future, and surrender to this world
Feeling a sense of acceptance and surrender to the present moment, leaving behind thoughts of the past and future.
To hear your laugh with porch in sight
Expressing a desire to hear someone named Catalina laugh while sitting on a porch (which could symbolize a sense of comfort or relaxation).
Catalina, don't go home
Repeating the plea for Catalina not to leave or go home.
California's on fire
Reiterating the fact that California is currently experiencing wildfires.
Shoulda seen her in the sunlight, her brown eyes shined like gold
Repeating the memory of Catalina's appearance in the sunlight.
Catalina, don't go home
Repeating the plea for Catalina not to leave or go home.
Contributed by Landon T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.