Actually that is the only line in a song that I know only from its inclusion in one of the *“Stars on 45” medleys of the early 1980s.
I’m reasonably sure its not Scott McKenzie’s (after whom actress McKenzie Phillips was named) “San Francisco” song.
*If you’re not familiar with the “Stars on 45” medleys, they were a studio group out of The Netherlands, I believe. They released a series of 45’s and LP’s which just contained medleys along different themes. A whole “song” was just a line or two from a dozen or so other songs that had something in common. One was a medley of “intros.” Another was a medley of Stevie Wonder songs. I believe their Beatles medley was a million seller in the States. They tried to be faithful the sound of the original songs (regardless of the artist), and were reasonably close.
Things I like about San Francisco.
By: SwimmingRiddles
1.) The BART. I enjoy that it is named BART. Makes it seem more human. “Damn, the BART is late again…”
2.) The fact that the average temperature is something like 72 degrees. I could be wrong on that though. Regardless, it’s warmer than the tundra I call home.
3.) Cool vibe, man.
4.) There is a Ben & Jerry’s at the corner of Haight and Ashbury. That amused me to no end.
5.) There is a store on the Castro called Fairy Queen. That amused me to no end.
6.) The bad neighborhoods SOUND like bad neighborhoods. Like Tenderloin. Yep, sounds seedy.
Things I Do NOT like about San Francisco:
1.) It is easier to get OFF the freeway than ON the freeway. (that goes for any city, though. The lesson was learned in San Fran, though.)
2.) Parking bites.
3.) Cost of living is way high.
4.) I HATE Rice-o-roni. Blech.
This concludes my lists of likes and dislikes about San Francisco. Thank you.
Swimming, The weather in the SF area is best discribed as varied. If you don’t like the weather don’t wait, cause it won’t change…unless you walk a few feet. Go a mile or so an any direction and the weather changes. (It becomes wet if you go west far enough. )
>>Being Chaotic Evil means never having to say your sorry…unless the other guy is bigger than you.<<
Hate to burst bubbles on this, but SF’s weather is considerably less pleasant than most people think. It’s never REALLY hot, and it’s rarely REALLY cold, but it’s usually just cold enough to be uncomfortable. And no matter how warm it is during the day, it’s always chilly at night.
Not as bad as most metro cities though. (especially New York! : :Ducking:
The weather is not always chilly at night, depending on what you think cold is. Haven’t you ever heard the song, “On a warm San Francisco Night”? Is that the name of it? Bah, I couldn’t find yearly averages, but here are monthly averages for San Fran.
OP: Did you ever hear “Polkas on 45” by Weird Al? I’m not a big fan, but this was amusing. I think it is on his “In 3D” album.
Come on by this summer Kyla, we’re sure to be barbecuing and having some beers on the deck at any given moment. If no one answers, come around the back.
Oddly enough, I just happened to bring the Forrest Gump soundtract to work today.
According to the liner notes, the title is: San Francisco (Be Sure to Wear Some Flowers in Your Hair)
Written by John Phillips, and performed by Scott McKenzie.
Hope that this wasn’t useless for you! If it is, blame Epic Soundtrax.
After a little searching, [url=http://www.totalrecall.de/artists/702.htm]this is the closest I could come up with. Looks like you can order them still from this site. (If you save up your deutchmarks)
I was born 30 miles South…always found it pretty amusing. Temp average is about right, but damp alot. And BART does go to the other side of the bay…all the way to Livermore. Way fun to visit, but.well, you know the rest.
Always remember that you are unique, just like everybody else.
I’d like to formally invite y’all to my place in San Jose! We get better weather down here in the Valley! Bring the kids and the dog (my toddler loves kids and dogs), we’ll have a ‘Welcome to the West’ BBQ! Kyla, you come too!
Screw it. I might as well throw a Doper soiree at Sue’s house. It would be a nice half-way point…we might even get Handy to come!
How’s the end of June? If you all are up for it, I’ll post a formal notice. Let me know.
My kids brighten up our home. They never turn the lights off. -A Wallyism
Better weather in San Jose? I don’t think so. Give me my fog and wind anyday. I live on Treasure Island and just love watching the fog roll in through the Gate. Also BART may go to the east bay, but it doesn’t run when you need it. WHERE ARE THOSE 3AM TRAINS?
Is that the name of it? Bah, I couldn’t find yearly averages, but 