California Blues
The Blue Ridge Rangers Lyrics
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I'm goin' to California, where they sleep out every night, yeah.
I'm leavin' you, Mama, 'cause you know you don't treat me right.
Let me tell you somethin', Mama that you don't know,
Let me tell you somethin', good gal that you don't know,
Yeah, I'm a do-right Papa, and got a home everywhere I go.
I got the California blues, and I'm sure gonna leave you here,
I may rob you blind, I ain't got not railroad fare.
Come on in here.
Listen to me, Mama, while I sing this song, Lord.
Listen to your Daddy sing you this lonesome song.
You got me worried now, but I won't be worried long.
I got the California blues, and I'm sure gonna leave here, hey, hey, hey.
I got the California blues, and I'm sure gonna leave you here,
I may rob you blind, I ain't got not rail-road fare.
Honey, get over here.
The Blue Ridge Rangers’ song “California Blues” talks about a man who is leaving his home behind in search of a better life in California. The lyrics reveal that he is discontented with his current situation and that he is looking for a new start. The man’s relationship with his mother is also troubled since she is portrayed as someone who did not treat him well. He feels that he is a responsible man who does good everywhere he goes, and therefore, he is confident that he will succeed in California.
The song is an expression of the spirit of adventure that drives many people to leave their homes and seek greener pastures elsewhere. It is about the search for opportunity, the need for change, and the desire for a better life. The singer of the song has a sense of urgency and determination, which makes him believe that he will succeed in his quest for a better future.
Overall, “California Blues” is a song about hope, determination, and the search for a better life. It captures the essence of the American Dream, which is about the pursuit of happiness and the opportunity to succeed.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm goin' to California, where they sleep out every night, yeah.
I am headed to California where the people love the outdoors and sleep outside at every opportunity.
I'm leavin' you, Mama, 'cause you know you don't treat me right.
I am leaving you, dear Mama, because you do not treat me the way I should be treated.
Let me tell you somethin', Mama that you don't know,
I have something to say to you, Mama, something that you may not already know.
Yeah, I'm a do-right Papa, and got a home everywhere I go.
I am a responsible man and always have a home to go to wherever I am.
I got the California blues, and I'm sure gonna leave here, Lord, Lord.
I am feeling downhearted about my current situation and plan to leave for California soon.
I may rob you blind, I ain't got not railroad fare.
I might have to steal from you as I do not have the fare for the train.
Listen to me, Mama, while I sing this song, Lord.
Please listen attentively to what I am about to sing, Mama.
You got me worried now, but I won't be worried long.
You have gotten me worried, but I won't remain worried for very long.
Honey, get over here.
Come over here, my dear.
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MildlyAnnoyedAHM
All the vocals and every single instrument on the entire album. Every silhouette on the album cover is John Fogerty. A true icon. This Jimmie Rodgers cover is my absolute favourite.
NoBs
Never gave him the credit he deserves.. this is good stuff. Gets your foot tapping and your body swaying... all w/out you even knowing it.
Roger Sayer
Amazing to think that every instrument and voice is John, what an amazing talent; I saw him a few years ago, no support act, not much chat, just 2 and a half hours of great music; when he did CCR numbers, if you closed your eyes, you'd swear it WAS them !! Plus his great solo songs; what a talent !!
guyfromgalax
Two heroes: Fogerty and Rodgers. Just check into how many great artists have been influenced and loved Jimmie Rodgers. And Fogerty? Just decades of genius and soul.
Windsong1a
This is waaaaaaaaay better than anything on so called country radio today!
Eric Sutter
Fogerty has a voice!
latokatn506
this guy just is great talent that has been around for so long he is just as good as any top star's in the music world
Patsy Ricker
Awesome...hard to believe this was originally released in 1929.. sweet!
sophia paul
Awesome... excellent... great songs... Super .. love em!!! All!!!!
collette bellpainter
Soooooooooo GOOD...........everything he sings is music.