"It Never Rains in Southern California" by Albert Hammond
This song is a perfect example of the illusion that is often established of California. People often think California is the place to start anew and leave all their troubles behind. They think it as a place filled with opportunities. This song is the counter of that belief. The song begins with the singer traveling to the West, assuming that he will come across countless new opportunities. However, as the song progresses, he realizes that California is not so much the sunny, safe haven he wanted and says that he wants to go back home. The lyrics, in a way, deny the California Dream and are filled with disappointment.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XqMEEvmfyQU
Interesting.... interesting...
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ReplyDeleteI like your mention of opportunity and leaving troubles behind which is what we predominantly discussed during class last time. The whole ideal of riding west and being independent is clearly voiced, which is great.
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