Scott McKenzie – San Francisco (Be Sure to Wear Flowers in Your Hair)
“San Francisco (Be Sure to Wear Flowers in Your Hair)” is a song written by John Phillips and performed by Scott McKenzie. It was released in 1967 as the B-side of the single “Look to the Rainbow.” The song became a surprise hit, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States and number four in the UK Singles Chart.
Background and composition
“San Francisco” was written by John Phillips, a member of The Mamas & the Papas. The song was inspired by the Summer of Love, a countercultural movement that took place in San Francisco in 1967. The song’s lyrics are an invitation to come to San Francisco and join the free-spirited, flower-power movement.
Recording and production
“San Francisco” was recorded at RCA Studios in Los Angeles, California. The song was produced by Lou Adler.
The recording features Scott McKenzie on vocals. McKenzie’s vocals are gentle and idealistic, perfectly capturing the spirit of the Summer of Love. The song’s instrumentation is simple, yet effective, with a folk-rock sound that was popular at the time.
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“San Francisco” is a beautiful and moving song that will be cherished for generations to come.
Here are some additional details about the song:
- The song was written by John Phillips, a member of The Mamas & the Papas.
- The song was inspired by the Summer of Love, a countercultural movement that took place in San Francisco in 1967.
- The song reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States and number four in the UK Singles Chart.
- “San Francisco” has been covered by many artists, including The Beach Boys, Jefferson Airplane, and The Grateful Dead.