Song Details
- Album Release Date: 2012
- Genre: punk
Song Meaning of “Leaving California” by Boys Like Girls
Leaving California is an uplifting, nostalgic song reflecting on a past relationship. Despite the pain of leaving a meaningful situation, the narrator is being uplifted by looking back on the fond memories, suggesting that the relationship ended in a good way. The song follows the narrator’s journey through California, looking back to the times where he and his lover spent together, showing how deeply the memories will stay with them.
The lyrics emphasize the importance of understanding – ‘I don’t understand, but that’s ok not to’ – and letting go of a relationship when it’s time; ‘Let it be before it fades away’. The bittersweet nature of this song addresses the bittersweet emotions of longing and leaving at the same time. It suggests that even though it may hurt to be apart, the love will never leave and the memories of the time spent together will remain.