Dance, Dance, Dance

The Beach Boys

About Dance, Dance, Dance

"Dance, Dance, Dance" is a song composed by Brian and Carl Wilson with lyrics by Brian Wilson and Mike Love for the American rock band the Beach Boys. It was first released as a single in 1964 backed with "The Warmth of the Sun" and was released the following year as the sixth track on the Beach Boys' eighth studio album, The Beach Boys Today! "Dance, Dance, Dance" marks Carl Wilson's first recognised writing contribution to a Beach Boys single, his contribution being the song's primary guitar riff and solo.  


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After six hours of school I've had enough for the day
I hit the radio dial and turn it up all the way

I gotta dance (dance dance dance now the beat's really hot) right on the spot
(Dance dance dance right there on the spot)
The beat's really hot
(Dance dance dance now the beat's really hot)
Dance (dance) dance (dance) dance (dance) yeah!

When I feel put down I try to shake it off quick
With my chick by my side the radio does the trick

I gotta dance (dance dance dance now the beat's really hot) right on the spot
(Dance dance dance right there on the spot)
The beat's really hot
(Dance dance dance now the beat's really hot)
Dance (dance) dance (dance) dance (dance) yeah!
Oh man!

At a weekend dance we like to show up last
I play it cool when it's slow and jump in when it's fast

I gotta dance (dance dance dance now the beat's really hot) right on the spot
(Dance dance dance right there on the spot)
The beat's really hot
(Dance dance dance now the beat's really hot)
Dance (dance) dance (dance) dance (dance) yeah!

(Dance dance dance now the beat's really hot)
(Dance dance dance right there on the spot)
(Dance dance dance now the beat's really hot)
Dance (dance) dance (dance) dance (dance) yeah!
(Dance dance dance now the beat's really hot)
(Dance dance dance right there on the spot)
(Dance dance dance...)

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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: Carl Wilson, Brian Wilson

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10 facts about this song

Album Details
"Dance, Dance, Dance" is a song by American rock band, The Beach Boys, featured on their 1964 album, "The Beach Boys Today!".
Release Information
The song was released as a single on October 5, 1964 backed with "The Warmth of the Sun" as its B-side.
Songwriters
"Dance, Dance, Dance" was written by Brian and Carl Wilson, and Mike Love. However, credits also list Brian Wilson's then-wife, Marilyn, because of a publishing agreement.
Rankings
Upon its release, it peaked at No. 8 on the Billboard Hot 100, marking the band's tenth top-ten hit.
Instrumentation
The song included a 12-string electric guitar riff which Carl Wilson played on a Fender electric twelve.
Production
The song was produced by Brian Wilson, who also played on piano and bass.
Life Influences
It is said that Brian Wilson wrote this song during a period of depression. He started writing it in one of his journals in an attempt to remind himself of happier times.
Cover Versions
Throughout the years, "Dance, Dance, Dance" has been covered by several other artists, including American rock band, The Steve Miller Band, and Japanese pop group, Shonen Knife.
Live Performances
The song continues to be a popular pick in The Beach Boys' live performances and has been included in a number of their concert tours throughout the years.
Lead Vocalist
The lead vocal on "Dance, Dance, Dance" was primarily performed by Mike Love with the rest of the band members providing backing vocals.

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