California Blue
Roy Orbison · Soul Of Rock 'n' Roll [2010]
(Roy Orbison/Jeff Lynne/Tom Petty)
Working all day
And the sun don't shine
Trying to get by
And I'm just killin' time
I feel the rain
Fall the whole night through
Far away from you
California Blue
CHORUS
California Blue
Dreaming all alone
Nothing else to do
California Blue
Everyday I pray
I'll be on my way
Saving love for you
California Blue
One sunny day
I'll get back again
Somehow, someway
But I don't know when
California Blue
California Blue
Living my life
With you on my mind
Thinking of things
That I left far behind
It's been so long
Doing all I can do
To get back to you
California Blue
CHORUS
One sunny day
I'll get back again
Somehow, someway
But I don't know when
California Blue
California Blue
Still missing you
California Blue
Still missing you
California Blue
Still missing you
California Blue
Working all day
And the sun don't shine
Trying to get by
And I'm just killin' time
I feel the rain
Fall the whole night through
Far away from you
California Blue
CHORUS
California Blue
Dreaming all alone
Nothing else to do
California Blue
Everyday I pray
I'll be on my way
Saving love for you
California Blue
One sunny day
I'll get back again
Somehow, someway
But I don't know when
California Blue
California Blue
Living my life
With you on my mind
Thinking of things
That I left far behind
It's been so long
Doing all I can do
To get back to you
California Blue
CHORUS
One sunny day
I'll get back again
Somehow, someway
But I don't know when
California Blue
California Blue
Still missing you
California Blue
Still missing you
California Blue
Still missing you
California Blue
California Blue
Roy Orbison's "California Blue" stands as a quintessential example of his mid-1960s rock and roll output, blending his signature deep, resonant vocals with driving instrumentation. Recorded for the album *Soul Of Rock 'n' Roll*, the track captures the melancholic yet energetic spirit of the era, reflecting Orbison's ability to fuse country roots with emerging rock sounds. The song showcases his mastery of emotional delivery and dynamic range, characteristic of his work during this period. As part of his broader discography, "California Blue" remains a notable song that highlights his versatility and enduring appeal within the rock and roll genre.