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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Crack At Your Love
The Beach Boys Lyrics
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I finally found the nerve to talk to you
There's something that you ought to know
Don't you know that I love you so
Our life together could be eternal bliss
If we could just get close enough to kiss
And ya' know I'd like to get a crack at your love
Crack at your love
You make me feel so warm inside
A sense of humor you can't hide
Who taught you darlin' how to move that way?
And when you smile I know the world's okay
And when I see the twinkle in your eye
It sends my heart all the way to the sky
And ya' know I'd like to get a crack at your love
Crack at your love
Crack at your love
Lonely nights, lonely days
Lonely nights, lonely days
I'm reachin' out for you
In my mind, in my mind
I'm goin' crazy
Would ya' be my baby
I'm gonna need a little help from above
Would ya' say "no" if I asked for your love?
I can't afford to get hurt again
Like the time I remember when
But I know I'd like to get a crack at your
And ya know I'd like to get a crack at your
Don't ya' know I'd like to get a crack at your love
Crack at your love
Crack at your love
Crack at your love
Crack at your love
Crack at your love
Crack at your love
Crack at your love
The lyrics to The Beach Boys' song "Crack At Your Love" focus on the desire of the singer to be with the person they love. The opening lines reveal that the singer has been keeping their eye on this person and finally gathered the courage to talk to them. They express their feelings and the hope for a life together. The chorus emphasizes the desire to have a chance at love by singing "crack at your love" repeatedly.
The second verse goes on to describe the feelings that the person's presence evokes, such as warmth and humor. The singer is captivated by the way the person moves and their smile, and they want to be close enough to kiss. However, they also express concerns about potential heartache given their past experiences.
The repetition of "lonely nights, lonely days" reinforces the idea of the singer's longing for this person. The verse "I'm gonna need a little help from above" suggests that the singer is reaching out for divine intervention to make their desire a reality. Overall, the lyrics of "Crack At Your Love" convey a passionate desire for love and a willingness to take risks to make it happen.
Line by Line Meaning
I've been keepin' my eyes on you
I've been paying attention to you
I finally found the nerve to talk to you
I got enough courage to approach you
There's something that you ought to know
I have something important to tell you
Don't you know that I love you so
I'm madly in love with you
Our life together could be eternal bliss
We could have a wonderful life together
If we could just get close enough to kiss
If we can be intimate with each other
And ya' know I'd like to get a crack at your love
I really want to experience your love
You make me feel so warm inside
You bring joy and happiness to me
A sense of humor you can't hide
You are funny and you can't pretend otherwise
Who taught you darlin' how to move that way?
I'm amazed at how you dance/move
And when you smile I know the world's okay
Your smile brightens up my day
And when I see the twinkle in your eye
Your sparkling eyes show how happy you are
It sends my heart all the way to the sky
It makes me feel overjoyed
Lonely nights, lonely days
I'm alone and I miss you
I'm reachin' out for you, in my mind, in my mind
I'm thinking about you and wishing you were here
I'm goin' crazy, would ya' be my baby
I can't think straight without you, will you be my lover?
I'm gonna need a little help from above
I need some sort of divine intervention or luck to make this happen
Would ya say 'no' if I asked for your love?
Would you reject me if I confessed my love to you?
I can't afford to get hurt again
I don't want to feel the pain of heartbreak again
Like the time I remember when
I recall a past experience of being hurt
But I know I'd like to get a crack at your
Despite my fears, I still want to try to win your love
And ya know I'd like to get a crack at your
And you know I really want to have a chance with you
Don't ya' know I'd like to get a crack at your love
I'm hoping that you give me the opportunity to love you
Crack at your love
Chance to experience your love
Crack at your love
Opportunity to be with you
Crack at your love
Take a shot at winning your heart
Crack at your love
Get a chance with you
Crack at your love
Experience the love that you can give
Crack at your love
Have a shot at being loved by you
Crack at your love
Try to win your affection
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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