"California" Zen Mafia

"California" is a 1999 southern rock/rap California song by Los Angeles alternative rock duo Zen Mafia.

Also known as "Sweet Home California", the song is a California anthem musically based on the chord progressions and chorus of the 1974 Lynyrd Skynyrd hit "Sweet Home Alabama".

A mix of classic-style hard rock, dance beats and Lou Reed-inspired narrative rap, "California" also features vocal work by Ian Astbury, lead singer of the rock band The Cult as a cool bonus.

The song was composed by songwriters Ronnie Van Zant , Gary Rossington and Ed King.

The end result of this '70s/'90s mix is one of the most rockin' California songs ever recorded and released.

The video for "California" was directed by Mark Racco and it features hot cars, hot California girls and more than a few tattoos.

Zen Mafia are Victor Murgatroyd and Chris Johnson, longtime friends and Los Angeles music industry professionals who just wanted to create some fun ---

--- which "California" certainly is.

Zen Mafia California