Solar System
The Beach Boys
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What do the planets mean? And have you ever seen Sunrise in the morn? It shined when you were born. Saturn has rings all around it I searched the sky and I found it [Chorus] Solar system Brings us wisdom Then there's the Milky Way, that's where the angels play You've seen the lover's moon, looks good in the month of June Neptune is god of the sea-ea-ea Pluto is too far to see [Chorus] The constellations are stars that form animals Leo and Capricorn, too Star bright, star light Make this wish come true tonight If Mars had life on it I might find my wife on it Venus the goddess of love can thank all the stars above Mercury's close to the sun You'll see it when day is done [Chorus: x2] Solar
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Written by: Brian Douglas Wilson
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing
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8 facts about this song
Album ClassificationThe song "Solar System" is part of the album "The Beach Boys Love You" which was released in 1977. It is the eighth track on the album.
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SongwritingThe song was solely written by band-member Brian Wilson. It's a reflection of Wilson's fascination with outer space and astronomy at the time of its composition.
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Music and Lyrics StyleLyrically the song is simple and has an innocent appeal, much like many of The Beach Boys' songs. It exhibits a clear, childlike curiosity about the wonders of our solar system.
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Musical ArrangementThe song features rich harmonies and synthesizer-based instrumental backing, emblematic of The Beach Boys' shift toward a more heavily synthesized sound in the late '70s.
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Critical ReviewCritics have often praised "Solar System" for its simplistic and nostalgic charm. It's recognized for its ability to transport listeners back to a sense of childlike wonder about the world and universe.
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Lesser-Known TrackDespite being a fan favorite, "Solar System" wasn't released as a single, and it's not typically included in most "greatest hits" compilations of The Beach Boys' music.
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Performed Live"Solar System" hasn't been performed frequently at concerts and live shows, making it a rare treat on the occasions when it was included in the band's setlist.
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Album Artwork ConnectionThe outer space theme of "Solar System" was reflected in the original album artwork for "The Beach Boys Love You," which featured a whimsical, cartoon-like depiction of the band in a spaceship.
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