Brian Wilson (of The Beach Boys) - God Only Knows

Available at iTunes: found.ee/LTPr0
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"God Only Knows" is the lead track off the "What Love Can Do" collection, which features all new recordings of classic favorites and brand new songs from Brian Wilson, Kenny Loggins, Willie Nelson, Eric Clapton, Kris Kristofferson, Burt Bacharach, Stephen Bishop, Richard Marx, and Many Others!
Produced by Phil Ramone.

[@straak]

He wrote the perfect song, and then gave the lead vocal to his brother Carl, because he knew he could sing it better than him. What a brother. That's love.

[@watchjoesvids]

I could not agree more! Well said, my friend. Thank you.

[@jgbgw591]

Carl did sing it beautifully too. It had to be him.

[@anyaamasova6607]

True. It did have to be Carl. Carl singing this song is a true inflection point of the 1960s.

[@user-qm7uv5oh8z]

So many background sounds that just jell

[@nwtraveler5266]

The man is a musical genius. Their music will live forever.

[@tomrogerlilleby2890]

You know that you have found gold if you can make Paul McCartney jealous !

[@vasilioshioureas2607]

God only knows what we would be without Brian Wilson

[@gustavoheberle6265]

👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@MsButterfields]

He is referring to the Devil that God is the only one that knows.

[@kellywilliams6151]

The song, IMO, is the greatest song ever written, but the voice God gave Brian was so pure and unique to the universe. God Bless Brian Wilson!!!

[@gregjameson2141]

There's infinite better songs than this song, lol

[@kellywilliams6151]

@@gregjameson2141 great! Please name some. I'd like to hear them.

[@madkillerdog9126]

Paul McCartney said this is his favorite song ever. Enough said

[@garyroberts3014]

Paul, too? I read an interview where George Harrison said that - or that it was his favorite melody - ( I may be mistaken - he may have said that about 'Don't worry baby').... I'm surprised Macca didn't choose a Buddy Holly tune. I think we've been spoon-fed this beatle lore stuff by the Fabs themselves, because having lore adds to credibility and superstar status. ever heard the one where Paul said that Yesterday came to him all at once in a dream presented by his mom - it just fell out on him? - and that he had to ask and search all over to be sure it wasn't already someone's song? Well I saw Paul on TV with John saying it came in drips and drabs and was originally called scrambled eggs..."but wait" you may be thinking - "that was the abbey road medley, right?" (...well that's what you said about that a few years later, Paul)...." yeah it was all this mish mosh of disconnected melodies and words and it became 'I read the news today oh boy...woke up, fell out of bed...found my way upstairs and had a smoke' ...etc..." So it seems the laugh is probably on us - they were just having us on - their songs, hairstyles, look and public personae weren't the only things that were cleverly crafted... THAT is , perhaps, the Beatles' real genius; the greatest marketing machine known to man. there are those who say others penned their songs for them. I say, 'probably' - they weren't just a band but something like a government secret weapon - and organiztion... a mind and social control operation. I say 'maybe- could be'

[@frankbonini9128]

It's Sheer Perfection in Musical Form

[@fabrizioformenti7649]

Actually he must have said that it's the best love song ever. I'm not sure but this is what I remember

[@JayDeeChannel]

He said it was his favourite BBs song.

[@BobCarvalho]

No! He said that is the Beach Boys favorite music!

[@nataliarobinson9514]

I can just see Carl up in heaven and smiling down at his brother Brian

[@monicamorilla2851]

I totally agree..I wish Carl and Dennis were still here..missed alot..❤

[@annmarieknapp]

I love your beauty Brian. You are a genius, but a kind and gentle loving person. Grateful you found love again with Melinda and got your life back.

[@MaureenDeVries-wd9mh]

Condolences to Brian for losing his wife. RIP

[@sross54]

God only knows where Brian’s voice comes from ❤

[@MrDJS444]

Every voice in this harmony is just perfect.

[@speedspeed121]

That's auto tune lol

[@pascalg16]

​@@speedspeed121I like the autotune. It's very 80s electronic sounding.

[@speedspeed121]

That is a matter of taste. However, when someone says their singing is great, they should be made aware that autotune is being used. @@pascalg16

[@dennisbailey6067]

I'm not religious,but the the brothers Wilson had a gift in their voices.

[@bluedove9696]

I wish i could thank Brian Wilson in person for everything he did for me and for us. No autograph, no discussions about anything, just shaking his hand and say «thank you» for making my life more beautiful and loving.

[@pumagutten]

Well said, bluedove!

[@monicamorilla2851]

I totally agree with you..the beach boys music is amazing..love it all...❤❤

[@terrybiddle9796]

Wouldn't it be nice? You have so succinctly stated what most of America thinks about this genius and the rest of the Beach Boys.

[@PurpleMia]

​@@gregoryk.tanaka4285😮 That is an amazing story! I love him. He inspired me in middle school when I was a "nerd" who played French horn. This is the best sing ever. I would love to meet him. I pray for his health and well being. What a beautiful man ❤

[@kathrynkazoo]

He got America through the Vietnam War, High School, College, and CHILDBIRTH.

[@vdiscdaddy]

Beautiful. Seeing the empty chairs around Brian at the end made me choke up, he is the last Beach Boy alive.

[@graysonpitman8959]

Mike love and al jarride are alive

[@JohnBGood-kq3ul]

@@graysonpitman8959 Al *_Jardine_* , but yes.

[@markdavis9947]

David Marks is also still living

[@dammitmandy1166]

Mike Love… Al Jardine and Bruce Johnson are all alive …Carl and Dennis are the only two original each Boys that have passed away.

[@josephmeyers3597]

My God both Carl and Brian had voices of angels

[@predeterminedmeat5024]

Brian still has a great voice he just doesn't utilise it much for some reason

[@johnstewart6703]

Listening to music in the 60's I took songs like this for granted. Now at 74 and looking back I see that people like Brian Wilson were musical geniuses. Thank you Brian Wilson and all artists for the fantastic music.

[@MelissaThompson432]

There was a lot of music I took for granted in the 60s and 70s, but I have to say, this one has been one of my favorites for 57 (!) years. 🙂

[@derekec]

@@MelissaThompson432The same here. Lot's of songs and bands I wish I'd absorbed more but thankfully this one hit home with me.

[@LeeWilver-wl4pp]

Today's music is musack. As Dylan said, "Your mind wants to be it's music but your heart knows it's not."

[@spendingtimetogether8428]

This song is heartbreakingly beautiful. A real tearjerker but in a good way.

[@Tendertroll1]

I am young and disappointed that an Ai robot will probably write songs moving forward imo. We won’t have legends anymore like Brian. I’m tired of robots, Teslas, and technology

[@shelbytn1955]

This song is simply perfect. Brian Wilson is a musical genius.

[@dbe6307]

Perfection from a genius

[@uwekasten716]

totally agree!

[@jackevans2386]

Fabulous production too. Great vocals. Love it !

[@timtonner946]

Agreed. Masterpiece...

[@roberthickerty390]

Paul McCartney says he wishes he wrote it because to him it was perfect. One genius to another.

[@laineywright2696]

Anybody else got wet eyes? What I wouldn't give to turn back the hands of time to see all my heroes young and thriving again. It is not idol worship, it is a love for how good Brian Wilson and the others were.

[@PurpleMia]

I learned the French Horn in middleschool. Everyone was kind of unimpressed with it until the day I played the opening of this song, this perfect, beautiful song. I got a standing O from my class! This is my #1 favorite song, ever! Brian Wilson is genious. Thanks man

[@gustavoheberle6265]

👏👏👏👏cool !!!

[@PurpleMia]

​@gustavoheberle6265 Thank you! I still listen to this song all the time. It moves me like no other can. It kind of makes me cry because of Brian being in a sad way since his wife passed away. I love the brilliance of this exceptional man ❤

[@tpowell453]

Leaves you shaking your head, don't it? Man. We were SO lucky to be born at this time.

[@seanwilliams480]

I could be having the best time of my life and 40 seconds into this song my eyes well up with tears. Man what a perfect song.

[@larrysproul9424]

Sure is one of the very best . No one will ever take his place .

[@joreese9057]

Perfection personified! What a lovable/talented man/musician-great cover guys here as well!😎💕🤗🎶✍️

[@robinsierra1029]

I had the same response. Tears immediately

[@shelbytn1955]

I agree, I cry every time I hear it. It's a perfect gift we get to unwrap and love over and over.

[@olliemorgan9735]

Ditto! A masterpiece.

[@pennyking3823]

One of the greatest songs ever written. Outstanding production as well

[@brissiegeoff]

I didn’t think anyone could touch Carl’s version but Brian did it without breaking a sweat. What a talent.

[@user-ws7kd1qt6y]

I can't believe I think this is better than the original. It's so subtly different, but every bit as perfect as the original. Pretty sure this violates some mathematical law.

[@davidshepack2484]

Originally....way back when...Brian sang lead on it. Don't know the particulars, but they went with Carl...I loved both.

[@davidshepack2484]

There is an old version of Brian singing this as well.

[@watchjoesvids]

So true. Sometimes we forget: It's Brian Wilson, by God, He makes his own rules. It's incredible he's still with us, Because God is a jealous God and sure seems that that level of talent is fleeting.

[@lazoolazoo3771]

He sings as well as Carl in this version. I was quite surprised. And is everybody knows this is one of the most brilliant songs ever written. God bless you Brian.

[@mountrainiermediaproject903]

Seriously, he's almost 80 (6/20/22). I was moved this time as much as when I heard this song 50 years ago. He still sounds smooth and it's one of the great songs of the last 60 years. I can't believe a man of his age can still sing like that. Beautiful.

[@dannywestbrooks7207]

This people, is what a musical genius for 50+ years will give you

[@Withouraloha]

Brian spends part of his year here in Hawaii. Rides the city bus like the rest of us locals to go shopping, etc. Glad to see this genius of music hasn't lost the common touch. No limousine. Nobody really recognize him only some of the bus drivers maybe chat with Brian.

[@jaggass]

If i saw him i would just say hello and carry on walking. Famous people should be treated the same way as non famous people.

[@jamesparlane9289]

It is cool that he makes no fuss on the bus.

[@tomlynntigard]

Man! Hearing him do this in digital stereo with earphones on almost made me have a breakdown. So grateful to GOD that Brian Wilson recovered and got good enough to recreate his timeless love song.

[@mvandeven]

He still sounds great.

[@paulblack5679]

Brian is wonderful but still love and miss Carl.

[@zachcloutier3111]

Brian's singing voice puts tears in my eyes.

[@c.a.g.3130]

Yea, but Carl really nailed it.

[@zachcloutier3111]

He sure did.

[@matthewhayman6527]

Brian Wilson is a musical genius. Nothing else to say. Thank you Brian.

[@shirleyswadley54]

I’m privileged to have hearing to hear these heavenly voices, and watched The Beach Boys most of my life, I’m a few years younger than Brain, I graduated HS in 1963,

[@pauldouglas4158]

Grew up in the 50s and early 60s lived down the street from the Wilsons on Felton Avenue in Hawthorne Calif occasionally they would play at our High School dances in the early 60s. We all would wear Pendletons because of them

[@joyl6434]

Thank you Brian🙏🏻✨This song was our Mother/Son song to dance to at my precious boy’s wedding last October - the words say it all ❤️

[@JohnnyZ716]

I know now a days live, Brian doesn't have that perfect pitch sound to his voice. Which is understandable given his age now. But when he's in studio, in a relaxed setting. At his age, he still sounds like the Brian of old. Even if he does have some pitch correct. Who cares. Having that style of voice when you're in your 70's is pretty dam hard. He still has one of the best voices in music by far...

[@jaggass]

He's always been better in the studio and enjoys it more too. Touring really takes it out of him.

[@TotalSinging]

No autotune there - just some auto double tracking on the vocal.

[@brianwalendy3735]

Kevin Richards Rock the Stage NYC I'm not sure about that... I definitely hear the double tracking, but I also hear some of what I'd consider pitch correction on the higher notes. I could be wrong though...

[@devintariel3769]

Brian Walendy He needs it he isn't in full control of voice anymore and it's ok at his age

[@blakemcnamara9105]

I saw him live once and he was doing the falsetto which is impressive for his age. Everything with his voice was perfect.

[@pamelam9621]

One of the most beautiful songs ever written and performed. A true musical genius.

[@gregoryk.tanaka4285]

I attended a Brian Wilson concert about 12 years ago and following the concert he sold items like cd’s and hats. I bought a blue baseball cap that he signed. It is one of my most cherished possessions-and after he signed it, I told him thank you for helping to define my teenage years. Superb memory for me!

[@leonardozolecio7586]

Espectacular, saludos desde Argentina!!!

[@rolfhein7336]

Brian Wilson - one of the best songwriter and musicians in the world

[@cpt4168]

God bless you and give you strength and peace, Brian! SO many people love you!

[@stevemorris9826]

It's good to hear him sing his own song for once

[@jaggass]

Brian originally did the lead vocal on a demo of God Only Knows but gave instead let Carl do it since he thought he could do it better.

[@dantofthegenxfamily9529]

he sang the first version. kzbin.info/www/bejne/pH3Cq36nerBgoJo

[@sooparticular]

@@jaggass and Carl was better

[@MaureenDeVries-wd9mh]

Still great

[@Tassie85]

A perfect song from the soul of a genius, a poet. How lucky we are to have Brian Wilson in our midst.

[@psmguy63]

It means nothing to him but everything to me that my wife bought meetvand greet 50th Anniversary Pet Sounds tickets and I got to shake the hand of that genius. Music with which to be brought to tears....in the best way possible

[@michelbeaugrand3268]

Some people should live forever!

[@joebelle3487]

This of the definition of “timeless”. God bless you Brian.

[@neilewart4347]

What this shows is the sheer quality of Brian Wilson's writing. Its timeless and in the right hands is as good as ever (if not better). An extraordinary man .

[@dougstrickland6545]

in my opinion, this is one of the best - if not the best - songs...ever! Thank you so much Brian!

[@Bekka_boo13]

Saw Love & Mercy last night...brilliant film...Cried my eyes out x

[@debmccafferty1007]

That's a pretty honest film. Loved it. Glad he is happy now!

[@RichB17]

I just bought the DVD last week...Great movie!

[@jacka123100]

Brian is a beautiful man, singing a beautiful song. Simply wonderful. God loves you Brian.

[@patriciabrewer489]

An absolute musical genius. 🎶 God Only Knows and In My Room bring tears to my eyes.

[@oicsaywhat]

🥺😢😭 one of the most beautiful songs ever written , thanks Brian for you magic

[@sugarbabygirl22]

God only knows what we would do without you, Brian.

[@heathergrover167]

Just total perfection from the genius Brian Wilson still sounds the same his voice is so pure it gives me goosebumps - the most perfect song ever from the most perfect voice bless you Brian Wilson ❤❤

[@chrisdeavers8576]

seriously I'm a 30 year old guy who heard this song today and it made me cry my eyes out ..

[@PunguinYoga]

I believe it.

[@anaissaoliveira1371]

We are crying for a long, long time. We still are.

[@peterkinnear8210]

yeah

[@azcrim]

Me too, and I'm 52

[@Em4gdn1m]

Like... for the first time?!?

[@troy6606]

This is literally the greatest song ever written. I like the piano alone version he does as well, no sound effects just the power of the chords

[@user-lt7fm4qt2w]

A Real Masterpiece ! The Song of the Century !

[@juligrlee556]

A sound for all times and ages.

[@nm9586]

Brian Wilson is a legend!

[@skyflowers2595]

Brian's been to hell and back. Applause just for that!! God bless the man. This is without doubt one of the greatest songs ever written. We love you Brian!! :-)

[@nikkitinevids]

I totally agree 100% ❤❤❤❤

[@nikkitinevids]

Paul McCartney did say it was the greatest song ever written!

[@hunters627]

+MagicalMysteryTour and he would know

[@jennaledbetter7113]

Thank you so much!! My uncle would be so happy to see this comment

[@stevetaylor2443]

And We Love You Wife For Saving You :)

[@scottym3]

I grew up with the Beach Boys. Have been backstage in a concert in Chicago and have seen them many many times. Absolutely love their music and this is one of my favorite songs from them. I tear up each time I hear it it's so beautiful. Thank you Brian and Tony Asher for writing this song

[@odysseynz]

God only knows Brian Wilson is a great human being.

[@JohnBarrylizard]

This is like watching Mozart perform his own masterpiece.

[@masr19]

+John Barry hmmm... No, no, calm down...

[@gab_gallard]

+masr19 I'm agree, it totally is. Just because is not classical doesn't mean it has less value. Personally I really prefer the Beach Boys to Mozart. Mozart is really boring. Is just too correct. If we look on that same historical period, I would say that Haydn is way more interesting.

[@smithfan22]

Pet Sounds is regarded as one of if not the seminal record of the last 100 years. Mozart is timeless and so is The Beach Boys

[@gab_gallard]

***** I don't think so. I have the right to dislike anything I want. I don't think that Mozart is a bad composer neither. I respect him, but aside from the Requiem and some very concrete pieces I really don't enjoy his music very much. Haydn is by far more interesting for me, that's all, and I'm aware that this is only a subjective perception.

[@tpowell453]

Yep. Kids, watch and learn.

[@frederikweishaupt6371]

Honestly, the most underrated composer of all time

[@anglodutch8321]

underrated ? what are you talking about ? He's mega-celebrated by one and all.

[@redadamearth]

Not "underrated" in any way, shape or form. Known as one of the top 2 pop songwriters and composers of the 20th century and by half of those, as #1 and is celebrated as a genius across the world. He's the least "underrated" songwriter on planet Earth. lol

[@msg3222]

My favourite song ever

[@Timmysminivanventures]

What a classic. I’m 26 and love Brian.

[@darthbradmedia8929]

He’s still got it!!

[@jameshaberkamp5927]

one of the best vocals Brian ever recorded

[@iramiyahira8301]

Brian's. Wonderful. Voice. N. Soul...put. Forth!!! And. His. Faithful. Disciple Brothers. To. Make. The Magic. Of. Beach. Boys Euphoric. Sounds. Come. Alive!!!!

[@iramiyahira8301]

Love. This. Brian's. Masterpiece... Till My. Last. Breath and I.ll.. Take. It. With. Me!!! Hallelujah... Brian..!!!

[@no6of1]

This is a Song for 100 Years ! Genius.....Paul said....LOVE

[@markchristopher9691]

Love, love, love that song always will

[@user-gb6re9eg3i]

WHAT A GIFT TO MUSIC THIS MAN HAS BEEN. MY GOODNESS.

[@roseguilbault8822]

Love, love, love this beautiful song. Wonderful song from a wonderful man.

[@vikinghex]

pure joy for the ears

[@itskayleemichelle3995]

He is incredible. His music is incredible. His story is incredible. Brian you are an amazing beautiful person, not to mention my favorite singer. Thank you for the music you've made that is still being played and loved by so many. God bless you

[@ericwalker7869]

Perfectly said. 🙂

[@user-dr1zo8og7x]

John Lennon called Brian the American musical genius. Brian called Lennon the British musical genius. They became great friends Imagine hanging out with both of them. Mjh. 7178

[@wimnijland7602]

This is one of the most amazing songs ever made. Everything on that song is right.

[@marylynnacee4062]

Be still my ❤. Makes me muss the old days hearing The Beach Boys blasting from the car radio.❤

[@philchristensen2787]

This is right up there with the greatest classics. Cole Porter, Hoagy Carmichael, Claude Debussy.

[@elisabethj.v.beardsell9853]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤”My someone” whoever you own up to be!! “ My someone”❤

[@carmendelgado105]

My dad always listened to oldies when I grew up so listening to the Beach boys brings me back the my childhood. I am in my 40’s now and I love this music! 🤍

[@jimvandam123]

He is inspirational through the good time as well as the bad time. I am grateful for his humility and humbleness.. I do pray that his closest friends will take care of Brian Wilson so that he can live to his 90's and just maybe to his 100's. Bran Wilson can see his melodies and lyrics in his head before writing them and then executing them. Great artists are very unique. Carl and Dennis Wilson have passed away. Brain Wilson's songs yield hopes & dreams for a better tomorrow.

[@jeffmorrow1058]

Genius

[@kenhallin]

This really blows me away, to another planet…… can’t describe…..

[@watchnwait]

An amazing human being. I only wish he could realize how much he is truly loved by so many.

[@theempress1104]

God only knows what we'd be without the Beach Boys' wonderful music and angelic voices.

[@waynedaves5089]

As wonderful as ever. Which is pretty fn wonderful.

[@stephenwalsh2404]

Not many better songs than this one. Not human if you've never shed a tear to it.

[@johnnyandluther]

@Brian Wilson I'd love a chat Brian, but I fear you're in Ghana trying to get my credit info.

[@johnnyandluther]

@Brian Wilson I'd love a chat Brian, but I fear you're in Ghana trying to get my credit info.

[@johnnyandluther]

@Brian Wilson I'd love a chat Brian, but I fear you're in Ghana trying to get my credit info.

[@TWTexasA1]

Incredible , he’s an American Treasure 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@silvestermanyalo5920]

Love &Mercy brought me here 🤗

[@MidwestGirl]

Still got it, baby!

[@markkuzma4427]

Truly a gift from God. Brian just might be the finest musician of the past hundred yearsr

[@firstlastname3865]

Listening to this is like being privy to a two & a half minute piece of human artistic perfection. You have to be one very special person to create something so loving and so perfect. I feel so alive when I'm in the presence of Brian when he performs this song.

[@user-ve4ig6pw1s]

Awesome! Every time I hear this song, I'm brought to tears. That's why it's my favorite Beach Boys song.

[@2Hearts3]

Gave it to Carl the first time, and that was great, too, obviously. So glad now to hear Brian's lead vocal. Love this guy ♥️🏆🎶

[@1aberbeeg]

Played this over and over in the summer of 1967 before marrying my long time girl in the October. Still happily together in 2023, Thank's boy's.

[@tkelkis]

I agree... this song is simply perfect. Brian Wilson is a musical genius. Bless him for what he has given us.

[@lostandfound459]

One of the true classics.

[@steveskouson9620]

Brian, the eternal Beach Boy! Brian, you have sung me to sleep, for 5 decades. Well, you and your brothers. I miss Carl Dean, and Dennis Carl, everyday of my life. Just glad you are still around, along with Alan and Matt. The TRUE Beach Boys! steve

[@Tyrell_Corp2019]

Masterpiece. The chord changes, harmonies and the way the lyrics sit perfectly within it all. Be grateful you have experienced this blessing.

[@keithporter6608]

Brian Wilson one of a kind, we are lucky to have lived with him and are able to enjoy the magic of his music. They broke the mold when he was created. I could listen all day everyday to his songs,he is a musical genious. Love you man the best ever!

[@hunters627]

Every time I hear Brian or the Beach Boys sing, I immediately smile. I grew up on these songs and it always reminds me of good times.

[@julioaranton461]

A reflection of an individual's gift of God's Grace & Love. ♡🙏🌋🤗

[@bobcloneyproductions]

This is actually my favorite version :0

[@gregdean3890]

One of the greatest songs of all time....