Jose Feliciano - California Dreamin'
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And the sky is gray
I went for a walk
On a winter's day
I'd be safe and warm
If I was in L.A.
Oh, California Dreamin'
On such a winter's day, hey
I went into a church
I stopped along the way
Well, I got down on my, on my, on my bended knees
And I began to pray
You know the preacher did succumb
He knows I'm going to stay
Yes he knows cause I told him so
Oh, California dreamin'
On such a winter's day, yeah
Well baby, all the leaves, the leaves, the leaves are brown
And the sky is gray
Oh, I went for a walk
On a winter's day
I, I, I'd be safe and warm
If I was, mira, if I was in L.A.
Mmm, yeah, California dreamin'
On such a winter's day, yeah
On such a winter's day, yeah
On such a winter's day, eh-hey
Dream on, California dreamin', dream on
Oye mira yo quiero gozar en California
Porque yo me siento tambien
Y por eso yo te quiero porque tu me tratas tambien en California
Mira, no sienta mal a nena no me tratas asi
Y yo me quiero morir muchachita
Por favor, por favor, nada mas
Oye no me digas que no porque yo
Oye mulatta mira, baby, eh California dreamin'
It doesn't matter how you say it
All I want to say is I love, I love
California, baby yeah
I really love, I really love, I really need a little bit of lovin yeah
California dreamin' oh yeah, Calfornia dreamin'
California dreamin'...
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Michel Lamotte de Crépet, alias Maldec
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José Feliciano - California Dreamin'
José Feliciano's rendition of "California Dreamin'" stands as a definitive example of his unique interpretive power. Known for his distinctive guitar style and emotive vocals, Feliciano transforms the original Mamas & the Papas composition into a deeply personal statement. His version, often characterized by a slower tempo and a more intimate delivery, highlights his ability to reimagine popular standards through a Latin-influenced lens. This recording showcases his mastery of phrasing and dynamics, turning a well-known pop anthem into a soulful exploration of longing. As part of his extensive discography, the track reinforces his status as a versatile artist capable of bridging genres while maintaining a singular, recognizable sound that resonates with audiences across decades.