My lover's bound for California She got a golden state of mind So now I'm thinkin' I'm gonna join her Cause she ain't leaving me behind We pack our bags and head for the city From Tennessee to Hollywood She says I'm glad that you're coming with me I told her girl you knew I would Cause I love the way you love the ocean So I'll ride the wave to keep your heart I love the way you love the ocean And two thousand miles is just too far She smiles just like a scene from a movie Windows down feeling the breeze She takes my hand and it's clear to me That this is where I'm supposed to be Cause I love the way you love the ocean So I'll ride the wave to keep your heart I love the way you love the ocean And two thousand miles is just too far ♪ Cause I love the way you love the ocean So I'll ride the wave to keep your heart I love the way you love the ocean And two thousand miles is just too far