California Dreamin'
Sia Lyrics


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All the leaves are brown and the sky is gray
I've been for a walk on a winter's day
I'd be safe and warm if I was in L.A
California dreamin' on such a winter's day

All the leaves are brown and the sky is gray
I've been for a walk on a winter's day
I'd be safe and warm if I was in L.A
California dreamin' on such a winter's day

I stopped into a church I passed along the way
Well I got down on my knees and I pretended to pray
You know the preacher liked the cold, he knows I'm gonna stay
California dreamin' on such a winter's day

I'd be safe and warm
I'd be safe and warm
I'd be safe and warm
I'd be safe and warm

All the leaves are brown and the sky is gray
I've been for a walk on a winter's day
If I didn't go, I could leave today
California dreamin' on such a winter's day




Oh such a winter's day
On such a winter's day

Overall Meaning

Sia's version of "California Dreamin'" is a nostalgic ode to a simpler time and place. The lyrics describe the singer's despair in the midst of winter, with brown leaves and grey skies creating a somber atmosphere. She longs for the warmth of Los Angeles, California, where she imagines herself safe and secure from the harsh realities of the season.


The first stanza sets the scene, with the singer declaring that she has been on a winter's walk and is feeling cold and alone. The second stanza takes the listener on a journey to a church, where the singer pretends to pray in a desperate attempt to feel some sort of comfort. The ironic twist comes when she notes that the preacher enjoys the cold, showing the futility of her situation. The chorus repeats throughout the song, emphasizing the longing for a better place and time. The final stanza expresses the singer's desire to leave the winter behind, and to experience the dreamlike magic of California.


In essence, the song is a commentary on the desire for escape from a bleak reality, and the power of hope and imagination to overcome difficult circumstances.


Line by Line Meaning

All the leaves are brown and the sky is gray
The singer describes the gloomy winter season, where the trees have lost their leaves and the sky is dark grey.


I've been for a walk on a winter's day
The singer has taken a walk on a winter day, most likely feeling a little down and out.


I'd be safe and warm if I was in L.A
The singer believes that they would be happier and more secure if they were living in Los Angeles, California.


California dreamin' on such a winter's day
The artist is longing for the Californian lifestyle, where the weather is warmer and the people are happier.


I stopped into a church I passed along the way
The artist went inside a church while on their walk, possibly seeking solace or comfort.


Well I got down on my knees and I pretended to pray
The singer is putting on a show of prayer, but it's unclear whether they're truly seeking a spiritual connection or just going through the motions.


You know the preacher liked the cold, he knows I'm gonna stay
The singer may have spoken to the preacher, and they both share an appreciation for the colder weather. The preacher understands that the singer won't be leaving anytime soon.


I'd be safe and warm
The artist repeats their desire to feel secure and cozy, likely emphasizing their longing for Californian life.


If I didn't go, I could leave today
The artist is contemplating leaving their current location and setting out towards their California dream.


Oh such a winter's day
The artist repeats their current season, underscoring their dissatisfaction with the cold.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: John Edmund Andrew Phillips, Michelle Gilliam Phillips

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Lyrics:
All the leaves are brown
And the sky is grey
I’ve been for a walk
On winter’s day
I’d be safe and warm
If was in L.A.
California dream’n
On such a winter’s day
All the leaves are brown
And the sky is grey
I’ve been for a walk
On a winter’s day
I’d be safe and warm
If I was in L.A.
California dream’n
On such winter’s day
I stopped into a church
I passed along the way
Well, I got down on my knees
And I pretended to pray
You know the preacher likes the cold
He knows I’m gonna stay
California dream’n
On such a winter’s day
I’d be safe and warm
I’d be safe and warm
I’d be safe and warm
I’d be safe and warm
All the leaves are brown
And the sky is grey
I’ve been for a walk
On a winter’s day
If I didn’t go
I could leave today
California dream’n
On such a winter’s day
On such a winter’s day
On such a winter’s day



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SIA’s voice is very impressive and unforgettable.

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and unstoppable and so powerful and so confident

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This song performed by Sia is terrific. We can feel her feelings on it.

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