Go Where You Wanna Go
The Mamas And The Papas · Other Songs - The Mamas And The Papas
Do what you wanna do
With whoever you wanna do it with
You gotta go where you wanna go
Do what you wanna do
With whoever you wanna do it with
You don't understand
That a girl like me can love just one man
Three thousand miles, that's how far you'll go
And you said to me Please don't follow
cause you gotta go where you wanna go
Do what you wanna do
With whoever you wanna do it with
You gotta go where you wanna go
Do what you wanna do
With whoever you wanna do it with
You don't understand
That a girl like me can love just one man
You've been gone a week, and I tried so hard
Not to be the cryin' kind
Not to be the girl you left behind
You gotta go where you wanna go
Do what you wanna do
With whoever you wanna do it with
You gotta go where you wanna go
Do what you wanna do
With whoever you wanna do it with
You gotta go where you wanna go
Do what you wanna do
With whoever you wanna do it with
Go Where You Wanna Go
The Mamas and the Papas' 1966 track "Go Where You Wanna Go" stands as a quintessential example of the group's signature blend of folk-rock and psychedelic pop. Recorded during the height of their early career, the song features the band's characteristic vocal interplay between Mimi Rogers and Cass Elliot, delivering a message of freedom and self-determination that resonated deeply with the counterculture movement of the mid-1960s. While often overshadowed by their massive hits like "California Dreamin'" or "The Night They Drank in the Mobile Home," this recording showcases the band's ability to craft intimate, narrative-driven songs that balanced social commentary with melodic accessibility. Its enduring appeal lies in its optimistic spirit, which continues to inspire listeners seeking a sense of personal liberation.