Lyrics
Waking up, another day to elevate
Expressing the start of a new day with a positive mindset and a desire to improve.
Eyes making figure eights
Describing the movement of eyes, possibly in a state of disorientation or confusion.
A hung over golden state
Referencing a hangover in the state of California, suggesting a wild or carefree lifestyle.
Rebel radio, through the stereo
Referring to rebellious music on the radio, emphasizing a punk rock influence.
Punk rock scenario telling me to let it go
Describing a scenario in punk rock culture advising to let go of troubles.
'Cause when it feels like
Introducing a situation where it feels like everyone is against the speaker.
Everyone's against me
Expressing a sense of being targeted or opposed by others.
Cops wanna frisk me and no
Describing a feeling of rejection or lack of romantic interest from others.
One wants to kiss me
Highlighting a choice to stay emotionally detached and elevated above negative experiences.
I stay up high so I'm floating like a ghost
Metaphorically floating like a ghost, suggesting a sense of detachment from reality.
And I make another toast to
Celebrating with a symbolic toast to the Californian lifestyle.
The coast with the most
Expressing satisfaction with the lifestyle on the West Coast.
So what if there's a change in the weather
Embracing the idea that change in circumstances is acceptable and part of life.
So what if it doesn't get better
Accepting that situations may not always improve, and that's okay.
So what if the loving ain't free
Acknowledging that love may come with its own challenges or costs.
Cause I'm happy right here
Expressing contentment with the current state of being in California.
In the California breeze
Enjoying the pleasant feeling provided by the Californian breeze.
So what if there's a change in the weather
Reiterating the acceptance of changes in weather or circumstances.
So what if it doesn't get better
Reaffirming the acknowledgment that situations may not always improve.
So what if the loving ain't free
Repeating the recognition that love may have its challenges or costs.
Cause I'm happy right here
Repeating the contentment with the current state of being in California.
In the California breeze
Repeating the enjoyment of the pleasant Californian breeze.
Skate around on the town with the summer set
Describing an activity of skating around town during the summer.
Bummin' on a cigarette, hum like a turbo jet
Depicting a laid-back moment, possibly with a carefree attitude.
On a plateau, I forgot to pass go
Forgetting to adhere to the rules, possibly in a rebellious or non-conformist way.
Kickin' it downtown ended up in the gallows
Ending up in a challenging situation or facing consequences for not following rules.
But when it feels like
Introducing a scenario where the future seems uncertain or risky.
Tomorrow's looking risky
Expressing a feeling of pressure and potential negative outcomes in the future.
The pressure's gonna twist me
Anticipating criticism or negativity from skeptics.
And cynics come to diss me
Expecting cynics to criticize or disapprove of the speaker.
I stay up high so I'm floating like a ghost
Choosing to stay elevated and detached from potential negative experiences.
And I make another toast to
Celebrating with another symbolic toast to the Californian lifestyle.
The coast with the most
Expressing continued satisfaction with the West Coast lifestyle.
Waking up, another day to elevate
Reiterating the start of a new day with a positive mindset and a desire to improve.
Eyes making figure eights
Repeating the description of eyes in a state of disorientation or confusion.
A hung over golden state
Reiterating a hangover in the state of California, emphasizing a wild or carefree lifestyle.
I stay up high so I'm floating like a ghost
Repeating the choice to stay emotionally detached and elevated above negative experiences.
And I make another toast to
Repeating the celebration with a symbolic toast to the Californian lifestyle.
The coast with the most
Repeating the continued satisfaction with the West Coast lifestyle.
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