Hawaii

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"Hawaii" is a song written by Brian Wilson and Mike Love for the American rock band the Beach Boys. It was recorded in July 1963 and released on their 1963 album Surfer Girl. It is one of the first Beach Boy songs that Hal Blaine played on, contributing timbales, but regular drummer Dennis Wilson still played. In January 1964, it was released as a single in Australia, becoming a top-10 hit. This song was also sung by Al and Matt Jardine on Al Jardine's live album released in 2001. In 1978, part of this song was referenced in the Beach Boys song "Kona Coast" off the M. I. U. Album. 


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1990
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Do you want to go
Straight to Hawaii
(Hawaii) Hawaii (Hawaii)
Straight to Hawaii (Hawaii, Hawaii)
Oh do (Honolulu, Waikiki) you want to come along with me
(Do you want to come along with me)

I heard about all the pretty girls
With their grass skirts down to their knees
All my life I wanted to see
The island called Hawaii

Go to Hawaii
(Hawaii) Hawaii (Hawaii)
Straight to Hawaii (Hawaii, Hawaii)
Oh do (Honolulu, Waikiki) you want to come along with me
(Do you want to come along with me)

Now I don't know what town you're from
But don't tell me that they got bigger waves
Cause everyone that goes
Comes back with nothing but raves

That's in Hawaii
(Hawaii) Hawaii (Hawaii)
That's in Hawaii (Hawaii, Hawaii)
Oh do (Honolulu, Waikiki) you want to come along with me
(Do you want to come along with me)

And pretty soon this winter
They'll hold the surfing championship of the year
Surfer guys and girls
Will be coming from far and near

Go to Hawaii
(Hawaii) Hawaii (Hawaii)
Go to Hawaii (Hawaii, Hawaii)
Oh do (Honolulu, Waikiki) you want to come along with me
(Do you want to come along with me)

And you now (Honolulu, Waikiki)
You want to live Hanah Lee
(Do you want to come along with me)
Ooo ooo ooo (Honolulu, Waikiki)
Ooo ooo ooo (Do you want to come along with me)
Ooo ooo ooo (Honolulu, Waikiki)
Ooo ooo ooo (Do you want to come along with me)
Ooo ooooo (Honolulu, Waikiki)

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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: Michael Love, Brian Wilson

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9 facts about this song

Release Information
"Hawaii" is a song by the American rock band, The Beach Boys. It was released in October 1963 as part of their album "Surfer Girl".
Songwriting Credit
The song is credited to Brian Wilson and Mike Love, members of the band. Brian Wilson was primarily responsible for the group's songwriting and production during its early years.
Inspiration
The song is inspired by the band's love for surfing and beach culture, a theme that was evident in many of their works. This is reflected in the song’s lyrics, which talk about having a good time in Hawaii.
Interpretation
The song provides an image of the band's dropout-and-surf lifestyle that they were promoting during their early years.
Music Style
With its blend of doo-wop harmonies, surf rock arrangements, and a catchy, upbeat melody, "Hawaii" demonstrates the unique sound that made The Beach Boys popular.
Live Performance
"Hawaii" was recorded live during their concert in Sacramento, California in August 1963. It was used as the opening track for their album "Beach Boys Concert" released in 1964.
Fan Reaction
While not one of their most famous hits, "Hawaii" has been appreciated by fans for its summer-light ambiance and it's ability to transport the listener to a beach paradise.
Legacy
Despite not being a chart topper, it is seen as a classic song that exemplifies The Beach Boys' early sound and their beach-inspired thematic style.
Miscellaneous
The song has been covered by other artists such as The High Llamas, reimagining the bright surf-pop sound with their own style.

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