It Never Rains in Southern California” is a hit song written by British singer-songwriter Albert Hammond. Released in 1972, it quickly became a chart-topper, resonating with listeners in both the US and UK. The song captures the allure of fame and success in Southern California while highlighting the harsh realities of life in the spotlight.
Albert Hammond
Did You Know?
- Albert Hammond wrote and released “It Never Rains in Southern California” in 1972.
- The song’s lyrics explore the contrast between the dream of success in California and the struggle of unfulfilled aspirations.
- “It Never Rains in Southern California” reached the top five on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and remains Hammond’s most successful single.
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Lyrics
Got on board a westbound seven forty seven
Didn’t think before deciding what to do
Ooh, that talk of opportunities, TV breaks and movies
Rang true, sure rang true
Seems it never rains in southern California
Seems I’ve often heard that kind of talk before
It never rains in California, but girl don’t they warn ya
It pours, man it pours
Out of work, I’m out of my head
Out of self respect, I’m out of bread
I’m underloved, I’m underfed, I wanna go home
It never rains in California, but girl don’t they warn ya
It pours, man it pours
Seems it never rains in southern California
Seems I’ve often heard that kind of talk before
It never rains in California, but girl don’t they warn ya
It pours, man it pours
Will you tell the folks back home I nearly made it
Had offers but don’t know which one to take
Please don’t tell ’em how you found me
Don’t tell ’em how you found me
Gimme a break, give me a break
Seems it never rains in southern California
Seems I’ve often heard that kind of talk before
It never rains in California, but girl don’t they warn ya
It pours, man it pours
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