Girl Don't Tell Me

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About Girl Don't Tell Me

"Girl Don't Tell Me" is a song written by Brian Wilson for the American rock band The Beach Boys. It was released on their 1965 album Summer Days (And Summer Nights!!). In December 1965, it was chosen to be the B-side to The Beach Boys' "Barbara Ann" single.


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Hi little girl, it's me
Don't you know who I am?
I met you last summer when
When I came up to stay with my grand
I'm the guy-uy-uy who
Left you with tears in his eyes
You didn't answer my letters
So I figured it was just lie

Your hair's getting longer and your shorts
Mmm they sure fit you fine
I'll bet you went out
Every night during ol' school time
But this ti-I-ime I'm not gonna count on you
I'll see you this summer
And forget you when I go back to school

Girl don't tell me you'll write-ite-ite
Girl don't tell me you'll write-ite-ite
Girl don't tell me you'll write me again this time

Hi little girl, it's me
Don't you know who I am?
I met you last summer when
When I came up to stay with my grand
Said I'm the guy-uy-uy who
Left you with tears in his eyes
You didn't answer my letters
So I figured it was just lie

Girl don't tell me you'll write-ite-ites
Girl don't tell me you'll write-ite-ite
Girl don't tell me you'll write me again this time

Girl don't tell me you'll write me again this time

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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

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10 facts about this song

Album Inclusion
"Girl Don't Tell Me" is a track from The Beach Boys' album titled "Summer Days (And Summer Nights!!)", released in July 1965.
Songwriter
The song was composed by Brian Wilson, one of the founding members of The Beach Boys and considered the group's primary songwriter.
Lyrics Inspiration
The song's lyrics were reportedly influenced by Wilson's fascination with Phil Spector's production style and the Beatles. Notably, the song shares similarities with the Beatles' track, "Ticket to Ride."
Female Vocals
Unique for a Beach Boys song, "Girl Don't Tell Me" features the only known instance of a female singing on a track, with Brian Wilson's then-girlfriend and later wife, Marilyn Rovell, performing backup vocals with the group.
Recording Details
The song was recorded on April 30, 1965, at Western Recorders, Studio 3, in Hollywood, CA.
Premier Lead Vocals
Interestingly, this Beach Boys song was the first to feature Carl Wilson, Brian's younger brother, as the lead vocalist. It became one of the few songs where Carl sings lead, showcasing his vocal capabilities.
Omitted Single
Despite being a well-loved track, "Girl Don't Tell Me" was never released as a single in the U.S or the UK. It only saw single release in Japan in 1976.
Musical Style
The song is noted for its ballad-style arrangement, a deceptively simple melody, and prominent use of 12-string guitar, attributes potent to folk rock.
Non-Al Jardine Appearance
"Girl Don't Tell Me" is the only song on the "Summer Days (And Summer Nights!!)" album in which Al Jardine, a core member of The Beach Boys, did not appear.
Live Performance
Although it wasn't released as a single, Brian Wilson played "Girl Don't Tell Me" live during his 1999 solo tour, showcasing the timeless charm of the song.

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