Let Him Run Wild

Brian Wilson

About Let Him Run Wild

"Let Him Run Wild" is a song written by Brian Wilson and Mike Love for the American rock band the Beach Boys. It was released on their 1965 album Summer Days (And Summer Nights!!) and as the B-side to "California Girls". Sibling bandmates Carl and Dennis Wilson later praised the song, calling it the point where they began to take notice of Brian's abilities. It was one of the first songs that Brian wrote while under the influence of marijuana. According to Brian, the song is "about a girl who was dating a guy who didn't stay close to her. The guy singing wants the girl to let her boyfriend run around and eventually leave her so he can come in and get her. He wants a bad thing to happen so that it'll turn into a good thing. 


Year:
1998
2:30
96 
#1

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When I watch you walk with him
Tears fill my eyes
And when I heard you talk with him
I couldn't stand his lies
And now before he tries it
I hope you realize it

[Chorus]
Let him run wild he don't care
Let him run wild hell find out
Let him run wild he don't care
I guess you know I waited for you girl

Hell do the same with other girls
As he did to you
Then one day hell run into one
That's going to hurt him too
Before he makes you over
I'm going to take you over

[Chorus]

All the dreams you shared with him
You might as well forget
Because I know a truer love
And that's what you'll get
And now that you don't need him
Well he can have his freedom girl

[Chorus]

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Brian Wilson

Brian Douglas Wilson (born June 20, 1942) is an American musician, best known as the leader and chief songwriter of the group The Beach Boys. On stage, Wilson provided many of the lead vocals, and often harmonized with the group in falsetto. Early during his on-stage career, Wilson primarily played bass guitar on stage, but gradually transitioned to primarily playing piano/keyboards. Besides being the primary composer in The Beach Boys, he also functioned as the band's main producer and arranger. After signing with Capitol Records in mid-1962, Wilson wrote or co-wrote more than two dozen Top 40 hits including "Surfin' Safari", "Surfin' USA", "Shut Down", "Little Deuce Coupe", "Be True to Your School", "In My Room", "Fun, Fun, Fun", "I Get Around", "Dance Danc… more »

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Written by: MICHAEL LOVE, BRIAN WILSON

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group

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10 facts about this song

Release and Album Classification
"Let Him Run Wild" was released by The Beach Boys, featuring Brian Wilson, in 1965 as part of their album called "Summer Days (And Summer Nights!!)".
Songwriting Contribution
Brian Wilson, an integral member of The Beach Boys, is the principal songwriter for "Let Him Run Wild".
Production Contribution
In addition to songwriting, Brian Wilson also produced "Let Him Run Wild".
Progression Indicator
The song is mostly considered as Brian Wilson’s first major step towards more progressive songwriting – indicating his move away from the simple, upbeat surf songs for which The Beach Boys were initially known.
Musical Arrangement
"Let Him Run Wild" is recognized for its intricate bass line and for featuring a more complex vocal arrangement, highlighting the progressive turn in The Beach Boys' style.
Emotional Significance
The song reveals an emotional depth, which was a departure from the group’s earlier work. It is known for its heart-rending lyrics, where the singer warns a woman about her unreliable boyfriend, showcasing poignant vulnerability.
Non-charting Release
Unlike many other Beach Boys hits, "Let Him Run Wild" did not chart as a single, but it did feature on their 11th studio album which reached number 2 on the Billboard 200 in the US.
Brian Wilson’s Opinion
Brian Wilson has often expressed in interviews that he is not proud of his vocal performance on "Let Him Run Wild," seeing it as a motivation to improve in later recordings.
Remastering Classification
The song was remastered and re-released in stereo on the compilation "Sunshine Tomorrow" in 2017.
Live Performance
Despite its complex composition and Brian’s opinion on his vocal delivery, The Beach Boys frequently performed 'Let Him Run Wild' live during their concerts.

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