The Untold Story of California Dreamin'

🎵The song California Dreamin' was originally written by John Phillips and showcased the sentiments of the 1960s generation.

🎤Barry McGuire was initially supposed to sing the lead vocals, but John Phillips eventually replaced his vocals with the performance by Danny Doherty.

🎸The memorable guitar intro of California Dreamin' was inspired by the Ventures' instrumental 'Walk, Don't Run'.

🎶The harmonica bridge played by Barry McGuire was removed from the final recording by John Phillips.

🌴California Dreamin' became one of the most iconic anthems, taking the Mamas and the Papas from a rookie band to superstar status.

Who originally wrote California Dreamin'?

—California Dreamin' was originally written by John Phillips.

Who was supposed to sing the lead vocals?

—Barry McGuire was initially supposed to sing the lead vocals, but the vocals were eventually replaced by Danny Doherty.

What inspired the guitar intro of the song?

—The guitar intro of California Dreamin' was inspired by the Ventures' instrumental 'Walk, Don't Run'.

Why was the harmonica bridge removed from the final recording?

—John Phillips didn't feel that the harmonica bridge fit well with the overall sound of the song.

How did California Dreamin' impact the Mamas and the Papas?

—California Dreamin' propelled the Mamas and the Papas to superstar status and became one of their most iconic anthems.

00:00California Dreamin' was originally written by John Phillips and showcased the sentiments of the 1960s generation.

03:01Barry McGuire was initially supposed to sing the lead vocals, but John Phillips eventually replaced his vocals with the performance by Danny Doherty.

09:58The memorable guitar intro of California Dreamin' was inspired by the Ventures' instrumental 'Walk, Don't Run'.

11:31The harmonica bridge played by Barry McGuire was removed from the final recording by John Phillips.

12:50California Dreamin' became one of the most iconic anthems, taking the Mamas and the Papas from a rookie band to superstar status.