The album "From the Wreckage" glows with a rootsy golden tone that encompasses everything from indie-folk, to alt-country, to blues-rock to Southern psychedelia. The raucous first single “With Your Two Hands” sounds like it could have been written during an impromptu back-porch jam session.
It's a Longer Road to Californa Than I Thought
The Wind and the Wave Lyrics
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I miss smoking pot and playing guitar
It’s a lonely drive when you won’t say a word
I guess our love is just a bird learning to fly
Oo Oh I wanna know what you’re gonna say
Oo know where this road is gonna take us
Blue skies and the moon out in the
There’s a winding path between the highway and the coast
Where we lost what mattered most, it dissipated in the sun
And we were lovers blinded by the rolling yellow hills
Yeah you know I love you still, I’m infatuated
I wanna know what you’re gonna say
Looking at you, I just wanna know what you’re gonna say
I wanna know what you’re gonna say
Looking at you, I just wanna know what you’re gonna say
Oo Oh I wanna know what you’re gonna say
Oo know where this road is gonna take us
Blue skies and the moon out in the distance
And a sunset few and far behind
Oo Oh
Oo No
Blue skies and the moon out in the distance
And a sunset few and far behind
The Wind + The Wave's song "It's A Longer Road To California Than I Thought" talks about the difficulties that come with a long-distance relationship. It's clear that the couple is at a crucial point in their relationship, and they're having trouble communicating with each other. The first verse presents the challenges of this journey, where it's longer than expected, and the partner wants to smoke pot and play guitar, missing their past life before embarking on this journey. The second verse describes a time when they were happy, but there was a winding path between the highway and the coast, which resulted in the loss of what mattered the most to them.
In the chorus, the singer wants to know what the partner is going to say and where this journey will take them. They're both looking at the blue skies, the moon, and the sunset that's few and far behind, highlighting that there's not much time left to figure things out. The chorus is reflective of the singer's anxieties about the uncertainty of the relationship, the cost of the journey, and the possibility of a failed relationship.
The song portrays the theme of nostalgic longing and the difficulties of making long-distance relationships work. It also highlights the fear of losing a loving relationship or getting emotionally hurt. The simplicity of the chorus and how it's repeated at different points in the song adds an emotional depth to its meaning.
Line by Line Meaning
It’s a longer road to California than I thought
The journey to California is taking more time than originally expected
I miss smoking pot and playing guitar
I feel nostalgic for the past and the leisure activities that brought me joy
It’s a lonely drive when you won’t say a word
The lack of communication makes the drive feel isolating and disconnected
I guess our love is just a bird learning to fly
Our relationship is still in the early stages and figuring things out as it grows
Oo Oh I wanna know what you’re gonna say
I am curious and eager to hear your thoughts
Oo know where this road is gonna take us
I am uncertain of our future and where this journey will lead us
Blue skies and the moon out in the distance and a sunset few and far behind
Despite the beauty of the surroundings, a feeling of melancholy still lingers
There’s a winding path between the highway and the coast
There is a more scenic, yet longer route to take
Where we lost what mattered most, it dissipated in the sun
Along the way, we lost something important and irreplaceable
And we were lovers blinded by the rolling yellow hills
We were once swept up in a passionate romance, unaware of the challenges ahead
Yeah you know I love you still, I’m infatuated
I am still in love with you and can't help but feel deeply drawn to you
Oo No
I am feeling a sense of resistance or hesitation
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: PATRICIA LYNN DREW, DWIGHT A. BAKER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Andrew Bair
6 years later and I can't get enough of this song, an absolute stunner.
NoodleDoodles
This is so beautiful! This better get more views or something's wrong with the world.
Mike Hamity
seriously, how are these guys not 1000x more popular. they're fantastic.
gozona2001
Great song. Beautiful melody. Amazing voice. Been telling all my friends about this one.
Raphael Garcia
I'm so glad that you two decided to form The Wind and the Wave! There is everything right about you guys and your music. <3
김주한
It's been 3 years since I've been listening to the song and it's still great!!
ddchavez55
Just wanted to say I discovered you guys a few days ago in Austin TX at Emo's and I thought you guys were amazing! I was blown away by the crowd not dancing, thought you guys put on a way better show then saints of valory! Hope to see you guys again soon!
Sanx Dnwaf
I remember first hearing this song 7 years ago on a movie trailer "Amira and Sam" remember spending almost an hour looking for it. I couldn't stop listening to it after eventually finding it. Today is 27/02/2022 04:16 CAT and I'm still listening to it.
Robert Dakin-Sas
Got this song as a free download at Starbucks ages ago. Loved it so much I used my hubby’s iTunes account to pay for it. Even though I acquired it legally for free I felt guilty for not paying for it.
Amy Munz
Thank you for sharing your talents with the world