California Gurls
Katy Perry
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Greetings loved ones Let's take a journey I know a place Where the grass is really greener Warm, wet n' wild There must be something in the water Sippin' gin and juice Laying underneath the palm trees (Undone) The boys Break their necks Try'na to creep a little sneak peek (At us) You could travel the world But nothing comes close To the golden coast Once you party with us You'll be falling in love Ooh oh ooh Ooh oh ooh California girls We're unforgettable Daisy dukes Bikinis on top Sun-kissed skin So hot We'll melt your Popsicle Ooh oh ooh Ooh oh ooh California girls We're undeniable Fine, fresh, fierce We got it unlocked West coast represent Now put your hands up Ooh oh ooh Ooh oh ooh Sex on the beach We don't mind sand in our stilettos We freak In my jeep Snoop doggy-dog on the stereo oh oh You could travel the world But nothing comes close To the golden coast Once you party with us You'll be falling in love Ooh oh ooh Ooh oh ooh California girls We're unforgettable Daisy dukes Bikinis on top Sun-kissed skin So hot We'll melt your Popsicle Ooh oh ooh Ooh oh ooh California girls We're undeniable Fine, fresh, fierce We got it on lock West coast represent Now put your hands up Ooh oh ooh Ooh oh ooh Toned tan Fit and ready Turn it up cause its gettin' heavy Wild, wild west coast These are the girls I love the most I mean the ones I mean like shes the one Kiss her Touch her Squeeze her buns The girls a freak She drives a jeep And live on the beach I'm okay I won't play I love the bay Just like I love L.A. Venice beach And palm springs Summer time is everything Home boys Bangin' out All that ass Hanging out Bikinis, tankinis, martinis No weenies Just a king And a Queenie Katy my lady (Yeah) And looky here baby (Uh huh) I'm all up on you 'Cause you representing California (Oh yeah) California girls We're unforgettable Daisy dukes Bikinis on top Sun-kissed skin So hot We'll melt your Popsicle Ooh oh ooh Ooh oh ooh California girls We're undeniable Fine, fresh, fierce We got it on lock West coast represent (West coast, west coast) Now put your hands up Ooh oh ooh Ooh oh ooh (California, California) California girls man (California, California) (California girls)
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Written by: Lukasz Gottwald, Calvin Broadus, Mike E. Love, Brian Douglas Wilson, Max Martin, Katy Perry, Benjamin Levin, Bonnie McKee
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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12 facts about this song
Release Date"California Gurls" by Katy Perry was released as the lead single from her third studio album, "Teenage Dream", on May 7, 2010.
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Chart SuccessThe song topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States within just four weeks of its release, holding the spot for six consecutive weeks.
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SongwritingPerry co-wrote the song with Bonnie McKee and its producers Dr. Luke, Max Martin, and Benny Blanco.
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Response to "Empire State of MindAccording to Katy Perry, the song was written as a response to Jay-Z and Alicia Key's hit song "Empire State of Mind". It was intended to bring some west coast representation and showcase the carefree spirit of California.
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Grammy NominationThe track was nominated for the Best Pop Collaboration with Vocals at the 53rd Grammy Awards.
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Featured ArtistThe song features artist Snoop Dogg, who raps in parts of the song. His voice added another layer to the fun, beach-vibe of the track.
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Musical Style"California Gurls" is a mid-tempo pop song that incorporates elements of funk-pop and disco-pop.
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Music VideoThe music video for the song, directed by Matthew Cullen, is notable for its candyland theme, which served as an inspiration for Perry's following "California Dreams" tour.
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Diamond CertificationAs of 2019, "California Gurls" has received a diamond certification from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), which means it sold over 10 million units.
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Pop Culture ImpactThanks to its catchy melody and widespread popularity, the song became a summer anthem in 2010. It frequently appears in films, TV shows, commercials, and video games, contributing to its enduring popularity.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by numerous artists and shows, including the casts of the TV show Glee.
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Global Success"California Gurls" was also a huge international hit, topping the charts in Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom.
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