In November 1969, the Wilson's father Murry Wilson, sold the copyrights to the band's songs to Irving Almo for approximately $700,000.[1] Many years later in April 1992, just after Brian Wilson had won a lawsuit which recovered many of the copyrights to his songs, Mike Love filed a lawsuit against Brian Wilson claiming that he had not been given credit, and therefore hadn't received royalties, on over thirty of the band's songs, many of them hit singles.[2] One of these songs was "I Get Around". The original credit only credited Wilson, but Love insisted that he had a hand in writing the lyrics. In an interview with Goldmine, published September 18, 1992, Love insisted that he and not Wilson "came up with 'round round get around'". Mike Love won the lawsuit and the song-writing credit was amended, therefore ensuring future royalties on all of the songs that he had claimed he had a hand in writing.
* Knights in 1964
* The Catalinas in 1964
* The Surfriders in 1967
* Langley Schools Music Project in 1977
* Bakersfield Boogie Boys in 1980
* Papa Doo Run Run on their 1985 album California Project
* Papa-O in 1994
* Trygve Thue in 1994
* Brian Wilson on his 2001 live album Live at the Roxy Theatre.
* John B. & The Surfin´ Safaris in 2002
* Pennywise
* Red Hot Chili Peppers, performed in concert in 2004
* Evan and Jaron also sang a cover version at An All Star Tribute to Brian Wilson in 2001, which was later released on DVD.
The first film in which the song appeared was the 1984 film Surf II. The song was later featured in two films in 1987, both Good Morning, Vietnam and The Big Bang. Two years later the song was used in the 1989 film Look Who's Talking. The 1990 film Downtown also used the song during the movie. It was also featured in the 1997 film Bean. It was again used in the 1999 film Three Kings. More recently the song was used in the 2000 film Last Resort.[10] The song also featured on the Disney Sci-Fi film Flight of the Navigator
A version of the song was featured on various Hoveround advertisements, advertising electronically powered wheelchairs.[11]
In one episode of The Muppet Show, Ms. Piggy along with other pig members of the cast, sing this song while riding Harley Davidson motorcycles.
In an episode of The Wonder Years, the song appears during the ending credits.
I Get Around
The Beach Boys Lyrics
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(Get around round round I get around, ooh-ooh) I get around
Fom town to town (get around round round I get around)
I'm a real cool head (get around round round I get around)
I'm makin' real good bread (get around round round I get around)
I'm gettin' bugged driving up and down the same old strip
I gotta find a new place where the kids are hip
Yeah, the bad guys know us and they leave us alone
I get around (get around round round I get around)
From town to town (get around round round I get around)
I'm a real cool head (get around round round I get around)
I'm makin' real good bread (get around round round I get around)
I get around (round, get around-round-round, ooh)
(Wah-wah-ooh)
(Wah-wah-ooh)
(Wah-wah-ooh)
We always take my car 'cause it's never been beat
And we've never missed yet with the girls we meet
None of the guys go steady 'cause it wouldn't be right
To leave their best girl home now on Saturday night
I get around (get around round round I get around)
From town to town (get around round round I get around)
I'm a real cool head (get around round round I get around)
I'm makin' real good bread (get around round round I get around)
I get around (round, ah-ah-ah-ah-ah-ah-ah-ah)
Round round get around, I get around, yeah
Get around round round I get around (ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh)
Get around round round I get around (wah-wah-ooh)
Get around round round I get around (ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh)
Get around round round I get around (ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh)
Get around round round I get around (ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh)
Get around round round I get around (ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh)
Get around round round I get around (ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh)
Get around round round I get around (ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh)
Get around round round I get around (ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh)
The Beach Boys' song "I Get Around" is a lively, upbeat tribute to the freedom and excitement of the teenage years. The song is all about driving around in cars, going from town to town, and meeting new girls. The opening lines of the song, "Round round get around, I get around, yeah," are a catchy chorus that sets the tone for the song.
The lyrics describe a desire to escape the monotony of driving up and down the same old strip and to find a new place where the "kids are hip." This suggests a longing for adventure and excitement, as well as a desire to be part of a youth culture that is vibrant and dynamic. The singer of the song is clearly proud of his coolness and popularity, boasting that he and his buddies are "real well known" and that even the "bad guys" leave them alone.
Throughout the lyrics, the Beach Boys celebrate the freedom of the open road and the joys of being a carefree teenager. The song's bouncy rhythm and upbeat melody perfectly capture the exuberance and optimism of youth, making it a timeless classic that continues to be enjoyed by generations of listeners.
Line by Line Meaning
Round round get around, I get around, yeah
I am a free spirit who loves to travel and explore new places.
(Get around round round I get around, ooh-ooh) I get around
I move around a lot, visiting different cities and meeting new people.
From town to town (get around round round I get around)
I frequently travel from one town to another, looking for exciting adventures and experiences along the way.
I'm a real cool head (get around round round I get around)
I am a confident, relaxed person, who is comfortable interacting with people from all walks of life.
I'm makin' real good bread (get around round round I get around)
I am financially successful and am able to earn a good living while pursuing my passions.
I'm gettin' bugged driving up and down the same old strip
I am getting bored and frustrated with the monotony of my daily routine, particularly with driving along the same roads every day.
I gotta find a new place where the kids are hip
I need to find a new destination that is vibrant, youthful and fun where I can engage with people my own age group and interests.
My buddies and me are getting real well known
I and my friends are becoming popular and well-liked throughout our travels due to our outgoing personalities and willingness to explore.
Yeah, the bad guys know us and they leave us alone
Even the nefarious elements in the local community have come to respect us, and they avoid antagonizing us.
We always take my car 'cause it's never been beat
My car is my pride and joy, and I cherish it because it has never let me down or given any issue when driving to new places.
And we've never missed yet with the girls we meet
We always manage to find new, attractive companions at every destination we visit, who are drawn to our fun-loving, adventurous attitudes.
None of the guys go steady 'cause it wouldn't be right
We are not interested in exclusive relationships because we value our freedom and independence too much to be tied down by commitments.
To leave their best girl home now on Saturday night
We refuse to leave our female companions at home, especially during the weekends when we are out exploring new places.
Round round get around, I get around, yeah
I am a person who is always on the move, never staying in one place for too long, as there is always something new to see and explore.
Get around round round I get around (ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh)
I am a traveller who loves to go from place to place to experience all the different cultures and cuisines the world has to offer.
Get around round round I get around (wah-wah-ooh)
Wherever I go or whatever I do, I am always having fun and living my life to the fullest, no matter what people may say.
Get around round round I get around (ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh)
I am a person who loves to explore different cities and towns, seeking out new experiences and making new connections wherever I go.
Get around round round I get around (ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh)
I am an adventurous and outgoing person, who is always willing to try new things, meet new people and explore new places.
Get around round round I get around (ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh)
Whether I am driving, flying or walking, I am always moving, seeking out new experiences and living my life to the fullest.
Get around round round I get around (ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh)
I am a traveller who loves to wander, seeking out new horizons and never settling for the same old routine.
Get around round round I get around (ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh)
My wanderlust is insatiable, and I am always on the lookout for the next exciting destination to explore.
Get around round round I get around (ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh)
I believe that life is an adventure, and I am determined to make the most of every moment, seeing and experiencing as much as I possibly can along the way.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Brian Wilson, Michael Love
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Mad Deniels
heard this banger first in the flight of the navigator.
it's a quinessential song, and it fills me with both joy and sorrow, whenever the middle aged looking guy sings his parts.
the contrast is just so palpable.
they did nothing since the 90's that would come even close to this level of arangment and brilliant vocal harmonies.
this music sounds like a human made it from beginning to end.
no psychological assessments to make the music as easily digestable as possible, no AI or voice modulators.
"IT'S F'N RAW, and i love it so much."
their voices are like instruments, it goes up and down, and god, i love it so much, listening to this after the tune suddenly got stuck in my head after not thinking about it for years kinda enviogorated me in my own musical plans, as i've chosen to finaly listen to it.
this is a composition, not a pop song. it couldn't be any more perfect in any way.
this the type of shit that would get mozart to snap his fingers.
forgot one thing, you guys think the bad guys they talkin about, are cornpop and his gang? 😂
Pete’s Guitar Network
Those vocal harmonies are incredible. No auto tune
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@MrParkerman6 Bruh calm down like damn
Db E
Wilson is a genius
Ron Patton
This is the first Beach Boys' record I bought after hearing on the radio back in 1964. Great guitar riff and organ combination ever.
1815 British Soldier
I agree.
Kurt Punches Things
It's a testament to how great this song is that nearly 60 years later its still remembered and used in memes
Blob
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Damn bro, here I am remembering the days with my ol' pops.
TheOGDen
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Dale Andrews
I bought this 45 single when I was about 12 years old. I'm just turned 69 and it never gets old. Timeless harmonies and good solid sound from the early '60's will always be here when we're in a bad mood or feeling down.