All I Want to Do

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About All I Want to Do

"All I Want to Do" is a song written by Dennis Wilson. It was recorded by American rock band the Beach Boys for their 1969 album 20/20. It was later released as the b-side to "I Can Hear Music", a single which charted at #24 in the U. S. and at #10 in the U. K..


Year:
1990
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You ain't got time for diamonds
And you pay no mind to gold
You gave up everything you had
But there's one thing I want you to hold

Come let the power through you
Come on and let me thrill you
Mama now

(Baby come on come on)
Come on baby
(Baby come on come on)
Come on baby
I just want to do it with you

Well I don't care where you want to go
Just so you go with me
And I don't care what you want to do
But make sure you do it with me

All I want to do with you
Well I just make-a some love to you

Come on baby
(Baby come on come on)
Come on baby
(Baby come on come on)
I said baby
(Baby come on come on)
I just want to do it to you
All night lo-ong

Yeah yeah
(Baby come on come on)
Come on baby
(Baby come on come on)
I said baby
I just want to make it with you
Ohhhh
Come on
Come on come on come on baby
(Baby)

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The Beach Boys

The Beach Boys are an American rock band, formed in 1961 in Hawthorne, California. The group was initially composed of brothers Brian, Dennis and Carl Wilson, their cousin Mike Love, and friend Al Jardine. Managed by the Wilsons' father Murry, the Beach Boys signed to Capitol Records in 1962. The band's early music gained popularity across the United States for its close vocal harmonies and lyrics reflecting a Southern California youth culture of surfing, cars, and romance. By the mid 1960s, Brian Wilson's growing creative ambition and songwriting ability would dominate the group's musical direction. The primarily Wilson-composed Pet Sounds album and "Good Vibrations" single (both released in 1966) featured a complex, intricate and multi-layered sound that wa… more »

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Written by: Dennis C. Wilson

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10 facts about this song

Musical Style
"All I Want to Do" is a song by the Beach Boys, one of the most successful American rock bands. The song boasts the band's typical surf-rock sound, with a blend of pop and rock elements.
Release Year
The song was released in 1969, marking the late period of the band's long-standing career in the music industry.
Album Inclusion
"All I Want to Do" was featured on the Beach Boys' album "20/20," the band's 15th studio album. The album was their last one released in the 1960s.
Live Recording
Interesting to note is that "All I Want to Do" is a live recording, highlighting the band's kinetic and electric performance style. It's one of a few live recordings the Beach Boys chose to include on their studio albums.
Inspirational Source
The song itself is typically Beach Boys in its theming, focusing on casual fun and enjoyment – as seen in songs such as "Fun, Fun, Fun" and "Surfin' USA."
Vocal Arrangement
In "All I Want to Do," lead vocals are performed by Mike Love. Love was one of the group's founding members and is particularly known for his strong, clear vocal style.
Version with Dennis Wilson
A version of the song recorded with Dennis Wilson as the lead singer is available. Wilson, another founding member of the Beach Boys, contributed significantly to the band's music throughout their career.
Songwriters
The song was written by both Mike Love and Brian Wilson. Brian Wilson is often seen as the creative genius behind much of the Beach Boys' music.
Reaction from Critics
Critics were mixed in their reception to "All I Want to Do." Some praised it for its energetic beach sound while others found it to be less innovative than some of the band's prior offerings.
Legacy
Over time, "All I Want to Do" has come to be considered a classic piece of Beach Boys material, encapsulating their signature sound and vibe. It continues to be played and enjoyed by fans of all generations.

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