Brian Wilson
Barenaked Ladies
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Drove downtown in the rain Nine-thirty on a Tuesday night Just to check out the late-night record shop Call it impulsive, Call it compulsive Call it insane But when I'm surrounded I just can't stop It's a matter of instinct It's a matter of conditioning and a matter of fact You can call me Pavlov's Dog Ring a bell and I'll salivate How'd you like that? Dr. Landy tell me you're not just a pedagogue 'Cause right now I'm lying in bed Just like Brian Wilson did Well I am lying in bed Just like Brian Wilson did So I'm lying here Just staring at the ceiling tiles And I'm thinking about, oh what to think about Just listening and relistening To Smiley Smile And I'm wondering if this is some kind of creative drought Because I'm lying in bed Just like Brian Wilson did Well I am Lying in bed Just like Brian Wilson did, whoa And if you want to find me I'll be out in the sandbox Just wondering where the hell all the love has gone I'm playing my guitar and building Castles in the sun, oh oh oh And singing "Fun, Fun, Fun" Lying in bed Just like Brian Wilson did Well I am lying in bed Just like Brian Wilson did, whoa I had a dream That I was three hundred pounds And though I was very heavy I floated 'til I couldn't see the ground I floated 'til I couldn't see the ground Somebody, I couldn't see the ground Somebody, I couldn't see the ground Somebody help me Because I'm lying in bed Just like Brian Wilson did Well I am lying in bed Just like Brian Wilson did, yeah Drove downtown in the rain Nine-thirty on a Tuesday night Just to check out the late-night record shop Call it impulsive, call it compulsive You can call it insane, oh oh But when I'm surrounded I just can't stop
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Written by: Steven Page
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10 facts about this song
Historical RelevanceBrian Wilson," a song by the Canadian music group Barenaked Ladies, was written by the band's lead vocalist Steven Page in 1992. It was named after the famous American musician and co-founder of the Beach Boys, Brian Wilson.
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Song InspirationPage wrote the song when he was dealing with mental health struggles, a topic that became synonymous with Brian Wilson. The Beach Boys' icon battled mental health issues for most of his life, lending added significance to the song's title and lyrics.
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Album FeatureThe song initially appeared on Barenaked Ladies' first independent release, the "Yellow Tape," in 1991. The popularity of "Brian Wilson" helped the tape become the first indie release ever to achieve platinum status in Canada.
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RereleaseIn 1992, the song was re-released on Barenaked Ladies' debut studio record, "Gordon." It was this version that became a huge hit, reaching #18 on the Canadian singles chart and #68 on the US Billboard Hot 100.
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Live PerformanceBarenaked Ladies have performed "Brian Wilson" at nearly all their concerts to date. It remains one of their most popular live songs.
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Musical GeniusBrian Wilson, the namesake of the song, is widely regarded as one of the greatest songwriters and producers in the history of pop music, especially known for his innovative harmonies and production techniques.
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Beach Boys LegacyCo-founder of "The Beach Boys," Brian's influence was vital in shaping the band's sound. He contributed to the creation of some of history's most celebrated albums like "Pet Sounds" and songs like "Good Vibrations."
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Mental Health StrugglesWilson's mental health problems, which included depression, hallucinations, and a nervous breakdown, heavily impacted his life and career. He even retired from live performances in the late 1960s due to his issues.
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Brian Wilson’s reactionBrian Wilson himself reported to enjoy the Barenaked Ladies song named after him. He has even performed it in concert on a few occasions.
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Ongoing CareerDespite his struggles, Brian Wilson continues to create music and has released several critically acclaimed solo albums. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1988 as a member of The Beach Boys and received a Grammy Award for Best Rock Instrumental Performance in 2005.
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