[Verse 1]
Be still and know that I am leaving
I know that this is more than a feeling
I would much rather be anywhere, anywhere but here
But living's not free and money don't grow on trees 'round here

[Chorus]
California's calling my name
California's calling my name
I've never, ever felt this way
And I know I'm gonna go insane, heh

[Verse 2]
Long hair and a cigarette
White teeth and an Escalade
The girls in my town are looking for somebody to love
But they're not looking for me

[Verse 3]
I take a step back, take a step back, take a step back
Take a step back and count my dollars bills
Well, let's just say, let's just say I'm not well to do

[Pre-Chorus]
Long hair and a cigarette
White teeth and an Escalade
Long hair and a cigarette
White teeth and an Escalade
[Chorus]
California's calling my name
California's calling my name
I've never, ever felt this way
And I know I'm gonna go insane, oh

[Bridge]
I can hear you calling, "Oh, baby don't go"
The sun is setting over yonder, baby, oh
Everybody drives a Lexus and I want one so bad
Rubbing elbows with celebrities, I want you to be with me
When I step into the ocean for the very first time
I promise I'll make our dreams come true this time
I can see you, come hither, baby, show me your moves
And we can move away tonight, alright

[Chorus]
California's calling my name
California's calling my name
I've never, ever felt this way
And I know I'm gonna go insane

[Outro]
California's calling my name
California's calling my name
I've never, ever felt this way
And I know I'm gonna go insane, oh