California Sun
The Riverias Lyrics
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Where the days are short and the nights are long
Where they walk and I'll walk
They twist and I'll twist
They shimmy and I'll shimmy
They fly and I'll fly
Well they're out there a'havin' fun
In that warm California sun.
Well, I'm goin' out west out on the coast
Where the California girls are really the most
Where they walk and I'll walk
They twist and I'll twist
They shimmy and I'll shimmy
They fly and I'll fly
Well they're out there a'havin' fun
In that warm California sun.
(24-second instrumental interlude)
Well the girls are frisky in old? Frisco
A pretty little chick wherever you go
A-a-and they'll walk and I'll walk
They'll twist and I'll twist
They'll shimmy and I'll shimmy
They'll fly and I'll fly
Well they're out there a'havin' fun
In that warm California sun
Yeah they're out there a'havin' fun
In that warm California sun
The Riverias's "California Sun" is an upbeat and joyful song about heading out west to California for some fun in the sun. The lyrics emphasize the carefree and light-hearted vibe of California, as the singer excitedly anticipates joining in on the dancing and frivolity of the Californian people. Throughout the song, the singer expresses that he wishes to be a part of the energy and enthusiasm of this vibrant and fun-loving place.
The repetition of the lines "Where they walk and I'll walk, they twist and I'll twist, they shimmy and I'll shimmy, they fly and I'll fly" emphasizes the singer's desire to belong and be a part of this new world he is venturing towards. The instrumental interlude in the middle of the song adds to the carefree vibe, giving the listener a moment to appreciate the upbeat and lively rhythm. Overall, the song is an ode to the stereotypical image of California as a place of fun, frivolity, and enjoyment.
Line by Line Meaning
Well, I'm goin' out west where I belong
I'm leaving for the western part of the country, which is where I feel like I belong.
Where the days are short and the nights are long
The days are brief and the nights are extended in the western region of the country where I want to go.
Where they walk and I'll walk
I'll be able to walk and enjoy everyday activities just like everyone else does.
They twist and I'll twist
I'm looking forward to dancing and twisting like those who reside in the western region.
They shimmy and I'll shimmy
I plan to shimmy and shake my body just like everyone else who lives in the western region.
They fly and I'll fly
I'll be able to feel free and fly in the western skies just like others do.
Well they're out there a'havin' fun
People in the western region are having a great time at the moment.
In that warm California sun.
The warm weather in California is ideal for having fun and enjoying oneself.
Well, I'm goin' out west out on the coast
I'm leaving for the western coast, which is where I'll feel more at home.
Where the California girls are really the most
California has the most beautiful girls in the country.
Well the girls are frisky in old? Frisco
The girls in San Francisco are attractive and lively.
A pretty little chick wherever you go
There are beautiful girls in every part of California.
A-a-and they'll walk and I'll walk
I'll be able to walk and enjoy everyday activities just like everyone else does.
They'll twist and I'll twist
I'm looking forward to dancing and twisting like those who reside in the western region.
They'll shimmy and I'll shimmy
I plan to shimmy and shake my body just like everyone else who lives in the western region.
They'll fly and I'll fly
I'll be able to feel free and fly in the western skies just like others do.
Well they're out there a'havin' fun
People in the western region are having a great time at the moment.
In that warm California sun.
The warm weather in California is ideal for having fun and enjoying oneself.
Yeah they're out there a'havin' fun
People in California are enjoying themselves and having a great time.
In that warm California sun
The warm weather in California is ideal for having fun and enjoying oneself.
Contributed by Avery H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.