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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Still Cruisin'
The Beach Boys Lyrics
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So come on let's cruise ya got nothin' to lose
So come on let's cruise ya got nothin' to lose
So come on
Hey baby come on
Come on let's cruise ya got nothin' to lose
So come on let's cruise ya got nothin' to lose
Now get yourself in gear
Oh baby come on
Still cruisin' after all of these years
Hey girl let's go for a spin
Hop in my hot rod and do it again
You've got a greenhouse effect on me
I know a secret spot
Paradise by the sea
We'll find a place to park
That's kinda cool after dark
We'll take a trip on up to the lake
Down by the river
Where we can make out
On the island
Wake up on the cape
Punch up yor favorite staion
Toss in your favorite tape
When we go cruisin'
Well everything is all right
Come on let's cruise ya got nothin' to lose
Baby when we go cruisin' now
Baby put your top down
Parade around down town
People trying to cool down
Party all summer long
Come on let's cruise ya got nothin' to lose
So come on let's cruise ya got nothin' to lose
Baby come on
Now get yourself in gear
Baby baby come on
Still cruisin' after all of these years
Everybody got a favorite spot
Where they like to come a lot
When we go cruisin' well everything is all right
Come on let's cruise ya got nothin' to lose
Baby when we go crusin' now
People dancin' in the sand
Rockin' to a reggae band
Lovers walkin' hand in hand
Party all summer long
Come on let's cruise ya got nothin' to lose
So come on let's cruise ya got nothin' to lose
Baby come on
Now get yourself in gear
Baby baby come on
Still cruisin' after all of these years
Come on let's cruise ya got nothin' to lose
So come on let's cruise ya got nothin' to lose
Baby come on
Now get yourself in gear
Baby baby come on
Still cruisin' after all of these years
Come on let's cruise ya got nothin' to lose
So come on let's cruise ya got nothin' to lose
Baby come on
Now get yourself in gear
Baby baby come on
Still cruisin' after all of these years
The Beach Boys' song "Still Cruisin'" is a upbeat and uplifting tune about the joys of cruising with a loved one. The song is an invitation to join someone special in taking a drive, having fun, and forgetting all of life's problems. It reminds listeners that even after years of being together, the romance and fun doesn't have to fade.
The opening lyric "Come on let's cruise ya got nothin' to lose" sets the tone for the rest of the song, which emphasizes the idea that cruising is a carefree and easy way to spend time together. The line "Still cruisin' after all these years" further emphasizes the idea that regardless of how long two people have been together, they can still find enjoyment in each other's company by simply cruising.
The song also references classic cruising spots such as "the lake" and "the river", as well as the idea of finding a cool place to park after dark. The line "wake up on the cape" suggests a laid-back lifestyle with no need for a schedule, further emphasizing the idea that cruising is all about enjoying the moment.
Overall, "Still Cruisin'" is a fun and carefree song that reminds the listener of the simple pleasures in life - cruising with loved ones and experiencing the world in a fun and carefree way.
Line by Line Meaning
Come on let's cruise ya got nothin' to lose
Let's go for a drive, there's no risk involved.
Hey baby come on
Hey there, let's go for a ride.
Now get yourself in gear
Get ready to go, let's hit the road.
Still cruisin' after all of these years
We're still driving around after all this time.
Hey girl let's go for a spin
Hey lady, let's take a ride together.
You've got a greenhouse effect on me
You have an intense and positive impact on me.
I know a secret spot
I know of a private and cool place we can go.
Paradise by the sea
A perfect place by the ocean.
We'll find a place to park
We'll locate a place to park the car and hang out.
That's kinda cool after dark
It's a neat spot to hang out in the evening.
We'll take a trip on up to the lake
Let's go drive up to the lake together.
Down by the river
A location by the river.
Where we can make out
Where we can have a romantic moment together.
On the island
On an island, most likely secluded.
Wake up on the cape
Wake up in a cool and scenic location.
Punch up yor favorite staion
Turn on your preferred music station.
Toss in your favorite tape
Play your favorite music cassette tape.
When we go cruisin'
When we drive around together.
Well everything is all right
Everything feels good and carefree.
Baby put your top down
Fold down the convertible roof of the car, honey.
Parade around down town
Drive through the downtown area and enjoy the scenery.
People trying to cool down
People are attempting to beat the heat.
Party all summer long
We're going to have a great time all summer.
People dancin' in the sand
Folks are dancing on the beach.
Rockin' to a reggae band
They're grooving to reggae music.
Lovers walkin' hand in hand
Couples are walking together with clasped hands.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: MIKE EDWARD LOVE, TERRY MELCHER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Come on let's cruise ya got nothin' to lose
So come on let's cruise ya got nothin' to lose
So come on let's cruise ya got nothin' to lose
So come on
Hey baby come on
Come on let's cruise ya got nothin' to lose
So come on let's cruise ya got nothin' to lose
Baby come on
Now get yourself in gear
Oh baby come on
Still cruisin' after all of these years
Hey girl let's go for a spin
Hop in my hot rod and do it again
You've got a greenhouse effect on me
I know a secret spot
Paradise by the sea
We'll find a place to park
That's kinda cool after dark
We'll take a trip on up to the lake
Down by the river
Where we can make out
On the island
Wake up on the cape
Punch up yor favorite staion
Toss in your favorite tape
When we go cruisin'
Well everything is all right
Come on let's cruise ya got nothin' to lose
Baby when we go cruisin' now
Baby put your top down
Parade around down town
People trying to cool down
Party all summer long
Come on let's cruise ya got nothin' to lose
So come on let's cruise ya got nothin' to lose
Baby come on
Now get yourself in gear
Baby baby come on
Still cruisin' after all of these years
Everybody got a favorite spot
Where they like to come a lot
When we go cruisin' well everything is all right
Come on let's cruise ya got nothin' to lose
Baby when we go crusin' now
People dancin' in the sand
Rockin' to a reggae band
Lovers walkin' hand in hand
Party all summer long
Come on let's cruise ya got nothin' to lose
So come on let's cruise ya got nothin' to lose
Baby come on
Now get yourself in gear
Baby baby come on
Still cruisin' after all of these years
Come on let's cruise ya got nothin' to lose
So come on let's cruise ya got nothin' to lose
Baby come on
Now get yourself in gear
Baby baby come on
Still cruisin' after all of these years
Come on let's cruise ya got nothin' to lose
So come on let's cruise ya got nothin' to lose
Baby come on
Now get yourself in gear
Baby baby come on
Still cruisin' after all of these years
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@willmills1370
The Beach Boys are eternal. They'll live on as long as music does. It just doesn't get better than this.
@albertoalejandrovalente7149
Love this song. Full of good vibrations.
@walterabcasia3890
I can listen to Beach Boys NON STOP 24-7 I owe them some of my best times!!
@jrlawton324
I do listen to them every waking moment.
@jay_vng
2:05 to 2:25 is just MAGIC. Simply one of the best music bits I’ve heard in my life. It’s a pity that the guitar solo doesn’t last for at least half more minute :_(
@bigk3991
It's a wonderful guitar part. Nothing showy and flashy just serving the melody perfectly
@jerrileegeorge7385
Love 3:30 on... Some of the best Brian creativity!
@GeorgeVreelandHill
The Beach Boys are still cruising after all of these years.
The best band in American history.
@Hal9000ize
+George Vreeland Hill Yeah, too bad it dosen't show here... It rather shows on their album Pet Sounds and SMiLE
@philliesfan1971
The Beach Boys nowadays are a mere shell of what they used to be. Carl Wilson is gone. We all know what happened to Dennis Wilson. Their genius brother is still creating great music and touring with his brilliant backing band, the Wondermints. Al Jardine has joined Brian the last 2 years (along with short term Beach Boy Blondie Chaplin). Meanwhile, Mike Love & Bruce Johnston are at a state fair or county park near you.