About the song California Blue – Roy Orbison
California Blue is a song written by Roy Orbison, Jeff Lynne, and Tom Petty. It was released as a single from Orbison’s 22nd studio album, Mystery Girl, in July 1989, reaching the top 40 in Belgium, Ireland, and West Germany.
The song’s lyrics are a nostalgic look back on a lost love, with Orbison singing about a woman who “left me with nothing but California blue.” The song’s melody is melancholic and haunting, with Orbison’s distinctive vocals adding to the song’s emotional impact.
California Blue was a critical and commercial success, and it is now considered one of Orbison’s best songs. The song was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Pop Vocal Performance, Male, and it was also featured in the 1990 film Pretty Woman.
California Blue is a timeless classic that continues to be enjoyed by fans of all ages. It is a song that captures the feeling of heartbreak and loss, and it is a reminder that even the most beautiful memories can fade away.
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