The Beach Boys - Forever (Good Vibrations in Central Park 1971)

[@samwoodson9603]

Every time I see footage of songs where Dennis or Carl is the lead I get choked up. I think it’s just pure empathy for Brian. I’ve seen too many interviews of him talking about the love he has for them. It’s just so sad he lost both of his baby brothers. He was truly his brothers’ biggest fan too. Every time he talks about songs they did there’s always such enthusiasm even decades and decades removed from their recordings. God bless the Wilson brothers.

[@lawrence142002]

One sad thing is that Carl and Brian had a big disagreement towards the end of Carl's life and it cost them valuable time together. One of the things was that Melinda, Brian's wife (who has something of a Yoko Ono-like reputation today), had convinced Brian to try and finish Smile, which Carl thought would only cause Brian to have another breakdown. Then, Brian had written some songs with Andy Paley for Baywatch Nights, and one of them, "Dancin' the Night Away", Carl hated with a passion and he walked right out of the recording. The record company told Brian he needed to do some better songs, and Brian blamed Carl because he thought they were some of the best he'd ever written. Brian did an interview where he called Carl "an asshole". Not long after that, Carl was diagnosed with lung cancer and they kind of put their animosities aside at that point because Carl wasn't long for this earth.

[@chrisfeeney5814]

I’ve noticed that too! They always gave Brian credit, unlike their cousin, and Brian always got such a huge smile on his face whenever he was asked about their songs. He’s be like: “oh! That’s my BROTHER’s song!”

[@michaelfrazia4569]

Brian is American royalty

[@johnromanoski6418]

Just like Barry gibb of The Bee Gees lost all three of his younger brothers

[@kadyrov3218]

Yes, I share your sentiment. They were a very creative band and they had so much love and it's awesome that before shows and recording sessions they would pray 🙏 🤲.

[@martinnoah1040]

Carl killing it on the backing vocals.

[@JacksonBetz]

Especially at 2:30!!

[@ashe984]

I love them so much

[@jamesdunn9714]

Carl was the best singer in the Beach Boys and one of the premiere singers of his era. Great voice!

[@kako1023]

Martin ,Your comment is killing me .

[@bradford9129]

He really was the glue of the wilson brothers, wasn’t he? Thank God he had enough resiliency to survive Murray’s abuse and still flourish

[@alrightbymondaymusic7441]

Carl's harmonies on this are just.... wowwww

[@marlonrando9272]

I agree 100%, but I dont want to like this comment bc it's at 69

[@coolingpie]

it's safe to like it now@@marlonrando9272

[@jenniferhajdu2062]

you beautiful damaged soul Dennis Wilson. You will be missed forever.

[@kevinbraden798]

Not damaged....just played his part in life......

[@auroramariealmeara8622]

So True.

[@callyann5227]

Denny and Carl sound magical together, well done Dennis for writing and performing this beautiful song - and Carl's backing vocals send shivers down my spine.

[@ronfowlermusic]

Denny and Carl were always a magical combination, sure hope they are singing together somewhere better than this mixed up, muddled up world we live in.

[@Brandon-fb8nf]

One of my all time favorite songs

[@tifflet818]

Omg me too! 😮

[@oldschoolm8]

I love Dennis. Him and Carl were the 'secret weapons' of the Beach Boys!

[@ohanaathletics8953]

7/27/24, this is going to be my wife and I's first dance song. Shout out Dennis

[@jamescastro4100]

He sings it great - I actually prefer this live version over the studio - Beautiful song - Dennis -

[@jaimecastro1752]

Hey are you me? :) Now, seriously, I like the studio version too, though this one is not bad at all. Maybe the other killer song is "Bárbara". I'm referring to the one featured in the album "Endless Harmony" (a sort of best of).

[@superzeldabros8504]

studio version is better

[@MichaelAnthonyPresents]

I like Dennis's voice more in here, but the harmonies I feel are best in the studio, but you can feel the raw emotion from Dennis's voice. It doesnt have the light and purity like Brian and Carl, but it has probably the most emotion between the Wilson brothers

[@joykatalu2285]

Awesome!

[@joeyricci3796]

I agree. I prefer this 1971 live version of this song, too. It's really sad the life the Wilson brothers had gone through in their youth. Murray was a horrible father. Extremely abusive towards his son's. Especially Brian. Dennis and Carl both had suffered by seeing Murray's abusive and over controlling, judgemental actions towards Brian's masterpieces he created. Murray screwed his boys over, by selling off their catalog out of spite. He was not only a horrible manager, and father. Murray caused permanent trauma they all had to deal with throughout their lives. Dennis and Carl were just as affected as Brian was. I read Brian autobiography many years ago. God Bless him for fighting his demons, and winning. The Wilson boys are Legends! David Marks has remained a Beach Boy throughout their career. He is a killer guitarist on a Fender Stratocaster for sure.

[@JoeyFielding1]

Dennis under rated singer and drummer and the best looking brother as well

[@EdwardGutierrez90]

wasnt he also the only actual surfer in the group too? lol

[@MariaHernandez-kv1ge]

@@EdwardGutierrez90 Dennis was the only surfer

[@mrsmacca126]

JoeyFielding1 Carl was undisputedly the BEST LOOKING.

[@lizhall3365]

Diane M. Patterson Carl WITH a beard rivaled Dennis, maybe even equaled him. But as much as I love him, Dennis definitely beat beardless Carl. That’s kinda hard to say cause I love all three brothers 😂

[@jdb83]

Yep! The only true SURFER of the whole group

[@peacefuleasy]

This song , Warmth of the Sun and God Only Knows are among the beautiful songs ever recorded. Just my opinion folks don't frag me.

[@lawrence142002]

No less than Paul McCartney says God Only Knows is the greatest song he ever heard. No one's going to frag you, mate.

[@crazypunkrasta]

Don’t forget all I wanna do

[@David98004]

Facts bro

[@grantstarsky9841]

A life long, ardent Beach Boys fan & couldn’t agree more on your song call outs, but perhaps Dennis singing the hauntingly beautiful “Cuddle Up” and the group singing “Caroline, No” would be good runners up? 😉

[@tifflet818]

I do not disagree with this statement 👌🏻

[@lawrence142002]

Dennis' vocals have so much soul. They remind me a lot of Joe Cocker. All three Wilsons were such tremendous singers.

[@jacobtomasovic9694]

He also sounds like Doug Sahm from The Sir Douglas Quintet/ Texas Tornados.

[@dubuqueblues69]

What an amazing version. Stunning. Dennis was really on a roll writing really great songs during this time. Sunflower wouldn't be the masterpiece that it is without Dennis. His shining moment with the band in my opinion. I really miss Dennis....

[@jebedmondson6428]

Have you heard his solo album Pacific Ocean blue? It’s beautiful stuff

[@326cher]

Me too!!!

[@auroramariealmeara8622]

Pacific blue is wonderful.

[@margaretmaskara9002]

now that the "Feel Flows" box set has been released it is easy to see that Dennis did in fact have an arsenal of songs for a solo album then if he wanted.

[@auroramariealmeara8622]

@@margaretmaskara9002 so true

[@TheMrazipan]

An Impeccably timed sneeze there Denny, on the beat and everything. 2:16

[@alskndlaskndal]

"So now I'm going away, but not forever / I'm gonna love you any old way, forever." Brings a tear to my eye knowing Dennis really is gone now. This version is fantastic, he sings so soulfully and the horns sound great. RIP Dennis and Carl too, greatly missed.

[@mikesmiles1158]

i never miss, i love

[@jerryfeigelson4728]

Carl was the heart of this band

[@pajamas_the_emo]

I try not to think about that

[@kirstenhaldrup5219]

So sad he went away forever

[@ireedman]

I'm playing the Flute SOLO! lol

[@joenaccomusic]

Badass.

[@bradford9129]

Joel C. Peskin that’s killer- do you have any good stories? What were the beach boys like at that time? I’m assuming Brian was probably still laying in bed at this point...

[@jareheater]

This is my Favorite rendition of this song and your flute solo is one of the reasons why, along with Carl's backup vocals!!!

[@rocknroller77]

That's fantastic that your musical journey to that time and space.

[@avah9721]

I tried and failed to figure out how to play it.

[@michellebaker3410]

no one sings this song like Dennis Wilson. he sang this beautiful song with heart and Love. truly beautiful 💖

[@gabrielpalacios624]

Absolutely, my favorite of song theirs

[@reignmarieodaniel]

Agreed! I 💜 him so much...may he rip :(

[@maryjoeann]

Dear Angel Boy, I wish you could have lived long enough to realize your God given talent. This song represents your heart and soul... I hope you have found the peace in death that you could not find on earth...I hope to hear you sing in Heaven one day. For Now RIP.Denny..

[@tonyaeheman2499]

Very handsome, very talented Dennis Wilson. Miss him May he Rest In Peace 😢❤

[@halbie71]

I saw the Beach Boys four times in concert in the '70s, man those were GREAT days!!!!

[@callyann5227]

Beautiful song - and Dennis and Carl singing together is magical. What a huge loss they are. God bless you both Dennis and Carl.

[@eddysarrett6348]

Forever,best song Dennis ever wrote

[@gonoszcerkof]

I'd argue 'You Are So Beautiful' and 'Thoughts Of You' are in the running for number 1.

[@reignmarieodaniel]

😍😍😍

[@chipgaasche4933]

@@gonoszcerkof gono..didn't Billy Preston write You Are So Beautiful?

[@chipgaasche4933]

Nice verse..but the song needed a rewrite.

[@moonbeatle]

@@chipgaasche4933 Dennis helped him finish the song but didn’t ask for credit or royalties.

[@maybeimjustadreamer7]

I can't listen to this without crying. Denny, I miss you, love.

[@denniswilsonforever404]

Remembering you, Denny, on the saddest day in music history. Dennis Carl Wilson 12/-4/1944 - 12/28/1983. Much love to you! Always and forever my favorite Beach Boy, and Pacific Ocean Blue and Bambu are wonderful solo albums!

[@sharonramone7186]

His solo albums were the best of all the Beach Boys. Achingly beautiful, touching, and at times full of his sense of irony. He is so missed!

[@ELVENGADOR858]

GONE TOO SOON

[@raynutty82]

You will be remembered forever!

[@rickcamacho9588]

Trisha, God bless you r.i.p.i will always think of you.upland cailf great times forever. 1984- 2022

[@4thwilsonbrother]

Same for me, Cally. And after Dennis passed away, Carl honored his brother by singing (beautifully) "Forever" during Beach Boys concerts for many years. And he always ended the song by thanking the audience and adding: "That was a Dennis Wilson song."

[@lindsayschmidt2177]

One of the best love songs of all time along with imo Time In A Bottle

[@Feedersuper]

When I was 11, which is only about 10 years ago, I loved The Beach Boys. I wanted to be Dennis Wilson. He's possibly the biggest influence I've ever had. A beautiful, troubled soul.

[@civilsoldi]

I cannot imagine why this song was not released as a single.A sure fire number 1 !!

[@MaryAnderson.MarBear]

What an absolutely gorgeous man, and an exceptional composition. Denny, you had such a beautiful voice and soulful delivery. I just saw The Beach Boys in concert last night, and really wished that I could have seen you perform this song on stage with your brothers. It’s heartbreaking to know that you left us far too soon. Sending you love and light. I am forever grateful for the gift of you. ❤️

[@callyann5227]

I could FOREVER listen to Carl singing backing vocals on this song - hauntingly beautiful.

[@FeliciaM7]

I can't express how much I love this song. RIP Dennis...

[@angel29can]

He was HOT and had a lovely voice

[@ashe984]

I love The Beach Boys so much they mean a lot to me. Huge fan for a longtime always will be.

[@tralala1958]

Such a sweet, beautiful scallywag!

[@cathywhite9415]

Dennis Wilson was such a beautiful man, in heart & soul. So very sad his demons caught up with him in the end & took him way too soon from us all 😔😢 🙏 RIP 🕯🕊 both Dennis & Carl Your both so loved & very missed by all.

[@carlytagen-dye6339]

happy birthday dennis. you are forever in our hearts.

[@williammanning8915]

I love this song! I’ve been a Beach Boy fan since 1963 when I heard Surfing USA.

[@jackcantdie]

I am just completely in love with Dennis, he's such an unappreciated musician. One of musics greatest, along with Carl. Just wish they were still alive really, play with the boys now. His voice is amazing in this.

[@ericdehart4332]

Absolutely agree. I miss them. Only seen them live once and that was in 1988. Poor Dennis was already gone :-( Carl was still strong, miss him too. Still impressed that Brian continues to write music though.

[@stevegross8563]

I'm hip to that!!

[@tyromecox3059]

❤❤❤

[@skydogduane]

Dennis was the real Beach Boy. He actually blossomed as an artist in 70s and released a killer solo album. His habits caught up with him in the late 70's and he couldn't finish his second solo album, He became a wreck and died needlessly. Just a sad ending for a guy with a big heart and growing talent. His loss was truly tragic.

[@heathervelasco5159]

Also he got caught up with Charles Manson and at least by the time he passed away he was clean only alcohol in his system

[@skydogduane]

@@heathervelasco5159- Dennis was hardly clean when he died.

[@j.w.matney8390]

Pacific Ocean Blue is still one of my favourite albums. For years it was really hard to get, but, its been reissued.

[@Gidget521]

Happy Birthday, Denny and continued Rest in Peace. We love you...forever and ever.

[@RankielGuitar]

Can we appreciate Denny's vocals at 1:58 a little more? damn!! and that following verse with the horns makes the whole song! Not to mention the cherry on top with Carl ending the song!

[@callyann5227]

Yes I've watched Carl sing Forever live in 1988 on YT several times now - he obviously had a lot of love and respect for both his brothers. I've only recently rediscovered The Beach Boys music and in particular Carl's achingly beautiful voice, got a lot of catching up to do as there's so much great stuff to listen to! I would love to see Carl sing Wild Honey live if anybody out there has any footage...?

[@heathervelasco5159]

I just saw Brian sing this song too

[@dinahogan287]

One of my favorites....My baby who passed, sent this to me....always put a huge smile on my face.

[@送球始めました]

If every word I said Could make you laugh I'd talk forever (together my love) I ask the sky just what we had Mmm It shone forever If the song I sing to you Could fill your heart with joy I'd sing forever Forever Forever I've been so happy loving you Let the love I have for you Live in your heart And beat forever (together my love) Forever Forever I've been so happy loving you Baby just let me sing it my baby I want to be singin' my baby Baby baby baby my baby I want to be singin' I want to be singin' my baby Oh oh oh oh My my my my my my So I'm goin' away Mmm but not forever Na na na na I gotta love you anyway Forever

[@kirstenhaldrup5219]

Denny i wasn't even born when you were famous! I finished high school 18 months before you slipped away. 40 years later I discover you all. Love your energy, spirit, sexiness,humour in.your eatlier years. What happened is a tragedy and hopefully you look down on all of us who miss you so!!

[@kirstenhaldrup5219]

Wiah I could give you one secure hug to say hey you are loved and accepted.

[@kirstenhaldrup5219]

I reiterate this over again. I have prayed. Not sure if helps but have tried. From a very belated fan. Know this is a public forum but this comes from a very personal view. Hope you meet him.

[@emilymancilla4855]

I love how his eyes are closed and it looks like he’s not even trying to sound good it’s just natural

[@tifflet818]

I know! He’s flawless. They all had pure talent.

[@davidnissim589]

Brian called this song "a rock & roll prayer." He really loved Dennis

[@FernandoGastelo]

He sings it with so much emotion, u can taste the love pouring out from his lips. My respect Dennis

[@ashe984]

I love this song so beautiful such a huge Beach Boys fan. Rip sweet angel Dennis :(

[@dawnhennig4323]

Dennis had such a magical voice I love this song!!!!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️Taken to young😢

[@patrickjordan6710]

went to Chez Jays in Santa Monica......sat in Dennis' bar stool and had a beer. Miss ya man!!!!

[@amandamarquez1416]

Forever in our hearts Rip Dennis Wilson and happy birthday!! Hope u are in peace!! This song means so much to me. 💜🙌🙏👍👌✌

[@rebeccasamuels9598]

I just saw The Beach Boys this summer and I absolutely loved it 💕

[@aliasmith0425]

Love that raspy voice...😍. Miss you, Denny..😥. Fly high my Angel.👼❤

[@froggirl80]

Dennis' version completely and utterly blew John Stamos' version away!!! Dennis had such a soulful, sensual voice. And he was very handsome, gorgeous head of Brown hair.

[@rustinaginger9502]

I always loved Dennis' hair too, dark and wavy.....Like mine.

[@sandervanschagen617]

The Stamos version should never have seen the light of day. Especially on a Beach Boys record.

[@454something]

I have been watching so much of Brian lately that I have ignored the talent of Dennis. This was quite good.

[@grahamcole1539]

MY first ever concert/gig...Beach Boys at Royal Albert Hall, London, December 1970. He sang this then...brings it all back, wonderful song.

[@fanfanackapan]

Handsome man with a big heart and wrote some beautiful songs.Denny remembered.

[@tifflet818]

Brilliant. Makes me cry. 😭 and this was live! What a voice! And Carl 😢

[@ephesians.6]

I just love the way he holds his ear. So cute. WE MISS YOU DENNY!

[@karenmonson9893]

This is such a beautiful song! Who knew Dennis Wilson was capable of this!!!!🥰😍🤩😘💘❤💯🤘👌👍👏

[@davidgrose6349]

What a great song. Only Dennis could ever do this song justice!!

[@dafrikelita4109]

I came here, because the podcast in Bbc with Jamie Dornan... He dedicate this for his wife Amelia W.

[@janicelord6005]

My favorite Beach Boys song, thank you Dennis!

[@KitsuyuutsuR]

I get tears in my eyes every time I hear this song. Dennis was always my favorite Beach Boy. He was handsome, sweet, had a beautiful voice and an enormous talent. I cried the day I saw that newscast saying he died. RIP, Dennis. You may be gone from this world, but you will never be forgotten and will live on in our hearts. Forever... ❤️

[@sharonramone7186]

I am stunned by this superbly beautiful performance! I've always loved Dennis's songs but this performance is Dennis at his peak! He was so underrated as both a singer+most especially as a songwriter. Give a listen to both "P.O.B." and "Bambu" "Forever" is an achingly beautiful song and should be a standard. Thank you for sharing yourself with us, Dennis. You and your gentle soul are truly missed.💝💝💝

[@fuchsiaswing8545]

Denny had such a beautiful and emotive and soulful voice--even when he started sounding like Tom Waits. As a songwriter, he was arguably writing the best songs for the band by the late 1960s. And his lone solo record is still--distantly--the best solo effort by any Beach Boys member.

[@musicgypsy7326]

Fuchsia Swing I

[@timemachine5641]

This video should have more views. Denny was such an amazing, underrated artist and he was at his vocal peak during this time.

[@landrykkb]

time machine Totally,the most talented people in this world are often the most psychologically tortured as well.

[@JoyceS77743]

Thanks Denny for leaving us this beautiful song,....luv & miss you xxx

[@rachelplusarah]

Love this song so much! My husband and I just got married and used it as our first dance song.

[@lynnkanerva5005]

Very beautiful, "Denny"! ♥

[@brettweary8491]

Absolutely Awesome Dennis

[@friggedickinson7214]

As a Beach Boys fan I find this to be the best song the band ever made! All love to you, Dennis. R.I.P.

[@auroramariealmeara8622]

I love this song.

[@lesleyadams4279]

A beautiful song. I loved his voice.

[@dougiemcclure]

Dang, excellent. And live is the test!!

[@christopherotto1130]

Remember watching this on TV then.

[@arturomagana1502]

One of the greatest songs ever...here in Mexico this is an anthem

[@josephsliger3308]

Fits his voice perfect. Great album voice. It chokes me up. Brilliant

[@michellebaker1974]

The most beautiful heartfelt song EVER !!! ❤️

[@kevinmcpartland8266]

Wonderful, absolutely wonderful.

[@voicegirl555]

Happy 76th Birthday Dennis! It is hard to believe you would be 76 years old. You are forever young and forever missed!!!!

[@JoyceS77743]

Thanks for sharing,.. I still think this is one of the most beautiful songs ever written, the words are amazing. Denny, you will be loved & missed,,.forever. xx

[@johnmorris7262]

Great performance by the original Surfer Boy himself!! 🏄‍♂️🏄🏄‍♂️🏄🏄‍♂️🏄🏄‍♂️🏄🌞🌞🌞🌞🌞🌞🌞🌞

[@hansbooby1985]

Dennis had such soul and emotion in his voice. all his music brings out emotion. you can see he had so much love and so much to give.

[@gracefranklin8759]

Dennis Wilson you and your talent is missed.

[@scottym3]

this is one beautiful song. Thank you for writing it Dennis. and R.I.P.

[@Greggorious123]

All of them have such good voices.

[@breadmoneymusic]

I love how at 1:25 the camera operator managed to get Dennis Wilson’s wedding ring perfectly visible during such a heartfelt moment.

[@geraldfields1857]

I was there. Dennis, you are missed.

[@ToGuyFor]

wow, incredibly moving, my mom loves The Beach Boys, she played all of their cassettes in the car when I was young.

[@LoveBoatPirate]

Now That's What I Call Music! Thank you Dennis and Beach Boys. X :-)

[@Brandon-fb8nf]

One of the most beautiful songs ever written. Beautiful lyrics & They're harmonies are amazing.

[@JayPotter]

My favorite Song by My Idol Dennis Wilson

[@TedMason]

Such a beautiful song. Thank you so much you guys Beach Boys for this. Thank you Dennis beautiful RIP

[@Athomewithkaylee]

This is beautiful...gives me chills

[@joeyricci3796]

If Murray Wilson wasn't so hard on his three sons, they wouldn't have had such a difficult time with each of their lives.... It's sad that instead of getting the help they needed earlier on in life, that they all dealt with the emotional pain with drugs and alcohol. They were all three gifted musically. The Beach Boys music will live on forever, as will there legacy.

[@melissamurphy7320]

Beautiful. Pacific Ocean Blue is my favorite Dennis Wilson song.

[@tendanfer8466]

mine too. my name is Dani, give me your WhatsApp so we can talk. kisses.

[@jdb83]

My all time FOREVER fav Beach Boys song ! (Of course there are 50 other BB favs, too)

[@60sflowerpower]

dennis, you're always in my heart. i love you, denny.