"California Gurls" James Blunt

"California Gurls" is a 2011 rendition of the Katy Perry megahit California song by singer/songwriter James Blunt.

Blunt, an award-winning British performer, now has a home and recording studio in Los Angeles, so he's surrounded with real California girls these days.

James Blunt's LIVE performance of "California Gurls" authentically represents the sound he is well-known for --- folkish, sensitive, and expressed very well.

I would venture to say that Blunt's version is more mature, richer, and more pleasing to listeners over 30 years of age.

His version of "California Gurls" honors and compliments the SONGWRITER, and I love the Adult Contemporary feel.

Blunt does a spectacular job in his onstage performance of a cheesy-yet-successful pop tune --- which he resurrects into one of the great songs about California.

It really belongs on a James Blunt album, honestly, and most fans agree.

Check out the video below and enjoy a rare performance of one of the biggest --- and now best --- California songs ever performed.

James Blunt | California Gurls