99 Miles From L.A.
Art Garfunkel · Other Songs - Art Garfunkel
Keeping my hands on the wheel I hold you,
Ninety-nine miles from L.A.
I kiss you, I miss you,
Please be there.
Passing a white sandy beach we're sailing,
Turning the radio on we're dancing,
Ninety-nine miles from L.A.
I want you, I need you,
Please be there.
The windshield is covered with rain, I'm crying,
Pressing my foot on the gas, I'm flying.
Counting the telephone poles, I phone you,
Reading the signs on the road, I write you,
Ninety-nine miles from L.A. we're laughing, we're loving,
Please be there.
We're laughing, we're loving,
Please be there.
About 99 Miles From L.A.
Art Garfunkel's "99 Miles From L.A." stands as a poignant example of his solo acoustic repertoire, showcasing his signature blend of folk and pop sensibilities. Recorded during a period where he focused on intimate, stripped-down arrangements, the track highlights his lyrical precision and melodic clarity without the backing of a full band. The song reflects themes of distance and longing, characteristic of his broader discography, and demonstrates his ability to convey deep emotion through minimal instrumentation. As part of his extensive catalogue of solo works, this recording captures the essence of his post-Beatles career, where he continued to explore personal narratives and atmospheric soundscapes that defined his unique voice in American music.