A Classic Song By The Mamas The Papas

California Dreamin'

A Classic Song by The Mamas & The Papas

Origin and Inspiration

Released in 1965, "California Dreamin'" is an iconic song penned by John and Michelle Phillips in 1963 while living in New York City. The lyrics evoke Michelle's longing to escape the cold winters and return to her sunny home state, California.

Popularity and Recognition

Recorded by Barry McGuire and later by The Mamas & The Papas, "California Dreamin'" became a massive hit. It remains consistently ranked among the top 100 songs of all time and is considered one of the most recognizable anthems of the 1960s rockfolk movement.