Formed in Hawthorne, California in 1961, the original group comprised singer-musician-composer and bandleader Brian Wilson, his brothers Carl Wilson and Dennis Wilson, their cousin Mike Love, and friend Al Jardine. Wilson neighbor David Marks appeared on their first four albums and was a member from 1962 to 1963 as a temporary replacement for Jardine, who had left the group to pursue a career in dentistry.
On their first few studio albums, the group primarily played surf music, but this changed after 1964 as their songs became more sophisticated and autobiographical. The 1965 album Today! particularly represented this shift in sound. Bruce Johnston joined the group that same year. Session drummer Hal Blaine is quoted: "We all studied in conservatories; we were trained musicians. We thought it was a fluke at first, but then we realized Brian was writing these incredible songs. This was not just a young kid writing about high school and surfing."
Following their most esteemed work, Pet Sounds (1966), the band became symbols of psychedelic counterculture. The highly anticipated follow-up, Smile, was left unfinished, and Brian soon relinquished his creative hold on the group. A trilogy of lo-fi releases followed: Smiley Smile (1967), Wild Honey (1967), and Friends (1968). Brian would not be credited as a primary composer for any Beach Boys album until 1977's Love You, an album on the fringe of synth-pop, new wave, and punk.
In Brian's absence, the Beach Boys still managed to release music that was regarded favorably by fans and critics despite poor sales: Sunflower (1970) and Surf's Up (1971). South African musicians Blondie Chaplin and Ricky Fataar played and sang with the band on the next two albums: Carl & the Passions - So Tough (1972), and Holland (1973).
Many changes in both musical style and personnel have occurred in their sometimes-stormy career: Brian Wilson's mental illness and drug addiction; the deaths of Dennis Wilson in 1983 and Carl Wilson in 1998; and continuing legal battles among surviving members of the group. With the release of 1974's Endless Summer they became a more popular touring act, playing their greatest hits. They have recorded 36 Billboard Top 40 hits (including four number-one singles), have had over 100 million sales, and were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1988.
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Country Air
The Beach Boys Lyrics
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Breathe the beauty of it everywhere
Get a look at that clear blue sky
Come on
Get a breath of that country air
Breathe the beauty of it everywhere
Mother Nature she fills my eyes
Get a breath of that country air
Breathe the beauty of it everywhere
Rise up early the day won't let you sleep
Ahahh-haaaa
Ahahh-haaaa
Ahahh-haaaa
The Beach Boys's Country Air is a classic ode to the beauty of country life. The lyrics invite the listener to breathe in the fresh air and marvel at the majesty of Mother Nature depicted through the clear blue skies and picturesque scenes. It awakens a sense of wonder and delight at the simplicity and tranquility of living in the countryside. The song's gentle melody and harmonies invite the listener to take their time, slow down, and enjoy the scenery. The song's chorus is repeated thrice, emphasizing the idea of taking a deep breath and reveling in the pleasures of the country.
The song speaks to the human desire for connection with the natural world and highlights the beauty of a life lived in harmony with nature. The lyrics' simplicity and beauty are a reflection of The Beach Boys's iconic sound, which combined elements of surf, rock, and harmony. The breeze, the beauty of the landscape, and taking it all in together exemplify the carefree side of life. The song celebrates the joy of simplicity, encouraging listeners to seek refuge in nature and take a break from the chaos of modern-day life.
Line by Line Meaning
Get a breath of that country air
Take in and appreciate the fresh and natural air of the countryside
Breathe the beauty of it everywhere
Inhale the scenic and picturesque surroundings around you
Get a look at that clear blue sky
Notice the beauty of the unobstructed, blue sky above
Come on
Encouragement to fully embrace the natural environment
Mother Nature she fills my eyes
The beauty of nature is overwhelming and captivating to the senses
Rise up early the day won't let you sleep
The excitement and wonder of the countryside motivates one to wake up early and explore
Ahahh-haaaa
Musical interlude
Ahahh-haaaa
Musical interlude
Ahahh-haaaa
Musical interlude
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: MICHAEL LOVE, BRIAN WILSON
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Philip Kassabian
on Kokomo
This song is an absolute classic and I love the way that it lists all the major destinations in the Caribbean.
Philip Kassabian
on Surfin' U.S.A.
A great song by The Beach Boys hit all the major surfing destinations.
Philip Kassabian
on Catch a Wave
This song really gets you in the mood for surfing.
Philip Kassabian
on Surfer Girl
What a splendid song by The Beach Boys. They really were a great band.
Philip Kassabian
on Wouldn't It Be Nice
One of the greatest Beach Boys songs.
Les lumb
on Surf's Up
Love Good Vibrations ,God Only Knows however this is my fav Beach Boys song
Les lumb
on San Miguel
It captures the mood of the place, very atmospheric
Les lumb
on Cotton Fields (The Cotton Song) [Single Version]
Great version by the Beach Boys it flows
Les lumb
on Break Away
Soothing
Leslie Lumb
on Break Away
Love the opening verses beautiful words