Queen of California – English Lyrics

• By: John Mayer

Lyrics & Translation

Learning English through John Mayer's “Queen of California” offers a unique opportunity to explore themes of change and new beginnings. The song's clear, narrative-driven lyrics and its references to iconic American musicians like Neil Young and Joni Mitchell provide a cultural context that is both rich and accessible. Its blend of folk and rock makes it a musically engaging piece, perfect for appreciating the storytelling power of the English language.

[English]

Goodbye cold, goodbye rain

Goodbye sorrow, goodbye shame

I'm headed out West with my headphones on

Boarding a flight with a song in the back of my soul

And no one knows

I just found out her ghost left town

The Queen of California is a steppin' down, down

Hello beauty, hello strange

Hello wonder, what's your name?

Looking for the sun that Neil Young hung

After the Gold Rush of 1971

I just found out her ghost left town

The Queen of California is a steppin' down, down

If you see her say, "Hello"

Just don't tell me, "I told you so"

Joni wrote Blue in her house by the sea

I gotta believe there's another color waiting on me

To set me free

I just found out her ghost left town

The Queen of California is a steppin' down, down

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