Spirit of America

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About Spirit of America

"Spirit of America" is a song written by Brian Wilson and Roger Christian for the American pop band The Beach Boys. It was released on their 1963 album Little Deuce Coupe.


Year:
1975
2:26
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[Chorus: x3]
Spirit of America

The Bonneville salt flats had seen some strange things
But the strangest thing yet was a jet without wings
Once as a jet it played in the stars
But now on the ground it's the king of our cars

[Chorus: x4]

An airplane an auto now famous worldwide
The Spirit of America, the name on the side
The man who would drive her Craig Breedlove by name
A daring young man played a dangerous game

[Chorus: x4]

With a J-47, a jet for his power
Craig Breedlove had averaged four-o-seven per hour
Both man and machine had given fair warn
They'd set a new record on that warm August morn.

[Chorus: x5]

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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: BRIAN WILSON, ROGER CHRISTIAN

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14 facts about this song

Song Composition
"Spirit of America" was written by Brian Wilson and Roger Christian.
Album Feature
The song was featured on the Beach Boys' album titled "Little Deuce Coupe," which was released in 1963.
Track Order
It is the 8th track of the "Little Deuce Coupe" album.
Lyrics Contributors
The lyrics of "Spirit of America" were co-written by famed lyricist Roger Christian.
Inspiration
The song was inspired by the land speed records set in a car named "The Spirit of America."
Link to Car Culture
This track is one of several Beach Boys songs that helped to establish them as a band with a strong association with car culture.
Mono Recordings
In the original Mono recordings, the song had a total running time of 2 minutes and 23 seconds.
Stereo Remix Version
In 2012, a remastered stereo mix of "Little Deuce Coupe" was released for the first time on CD, on which "Spirit of America" also appears.
Cover Art Influence
The album featuring "Spirit of America" showcased an iconic hot rod–inspired cover that further solidified the Beach Boys' image as a band that celebrated automobiles and surfing.
Song Genre
The song falls under the genre of pop/rock music and is marked by its 'california sound' style.
Praise for Wilson
Brian Wilson's ability to make such a catchy song about a car, further cemented his reputation as an innovative and highly creative songwriter.
Album Success
Despite mixed reviews from music critics, the album "Little Deuce Coupe," which included "Spirit of America," managed to peak at number 4 on the Billboard 200 chart.
Music Era
"Spirit of America," in line with most Beach Boys' music, is seen as a representation of the early 60s era of innocence and fun.
Music Influence
Like many Beach Boys songs, "Spirit of America" is said to have inspired numerous artists and bands in the pop/rock genre.

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