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1942–2025 United States
Brian Douglas Wilson (June 20, 1942 – June 11, 2025) was an American musician most famous as the chief songwriter of The Beach Boys. Besides acting as their co-lead vocalist, he also functioned as the band's main producer and arranger.
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All of us have the privilege of making music that helps and heals — to make music that makes people happier, stronger and kinder. Don't forget: music is God's voice.
We wanted to bring some love to the world. I thought we were good at doing that. Bringin' love to the world.
Humor — it helps to make the vibe better — it loosens up the vibrations.
OffBeat interview (2005)
Being called a musical genius was a cross to bear. Genius is a big word. But if you have to live up to something, you might as well live up to that. God damn!
It's funny how people are pickin' up on our music now, you know? I think it's wonderful that people like our music.
They'll eat their words with a fork and spoon, and watch 'em! They'll hit the road and all be surfin' soon.
I think because I felt so sad I had to bring out my feelings, and try to create music that would make me and all my friends feel better.
Dennis surfed. I couldn't surf. I never learned how.
CNN interview (2004)
I met Paul in 1967, Ringo in 1985, and I saw George Harrison in a nightclub somewhere in L. A. I never met John.
If there's not love present, it's much, much harder to function. When there's love present, it's easier to deal with life.
CNN interview (2004)
I was very, very surprised. I never thought I would be that loved or respected.
CNN interview (2004)
I think about God, yes, and I wonder if there is a God. And if there is a God, will God please help me through my hard trips.
OffBeat interview (2005)
Spirituality amounts to love with me. I consider it the same as love. And my band members are full of love.
OffBeat interview (2005)
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