About The Song
“It Never Rains in Southern California” is a song by Albert Hammond from his debut album of the same name released in 1972. Albert Hammond co-wrote the song with Mike Hazlewood. The song reached No. 5 on the Billboard Hot 100 and No. 2 on the Adult Contemporary chart in 1972. The song reflects on the disillusionment of fame and the entertainment industry, with lyrics depicting the protagonist’s struggles in Los Angeles despite the city’s reputation for sunny weather. The album reached No. 77 on the Billboard 200 chart.