![]() ![]() However it was the closing ballad, “Caroline, No,” the final rumination on “Pet Sounds” that lingered as Wilson abruptly got up from his piano and shuffled offstage while the song faded. Wilson’s band kicked into overdrive on the Latin-tinged title track (“When you hear these drums, you’re gonna flip!” Wilson said excitedly at the start of the song), nailing a series of crescendos. And even though Wilson’s voice is now broken when he sings it, there’s something particularly meaningful in those cracked notes.Ī couple of times during the “Pet Sounds” set, Wilson seemed to apologize to the crowd for playing the album in its entirety, assuring them that they’d “be rockin’ out” soon.Īnyone bothered by this segment of the show might want to do some tour research before buying a ticket next time. Side 2 of the “Pet Sounds” album launched with “God Only Knows,” in its day, the B-side to “Wouldn’t It Be Nice.” There’s a reason Paul McCartney has said its one of the few songs that reduces him to tears every time he hears it – it’s the perfect marriage of sumptuous melody and tender lyrics. “Wouldn’t It Be Nice,” “You Still Believe in Me” and “I’m Waiting for the Day” showcased not only precise replicas of the layered, angelic harmonies that trademarked so many Wilson compositions, but also flutes, chimes, sleigh bells, xylophone – all somehow perfectly interlocked. ![]() Probably not creating one of the greatest albums in pop history.Īt the Fox Theatre Friday night, Wilson leaned heavily on Jardine and his son Matt, a multi-talented musician and gorgeous vocalist who frequently shared songs with Wilson, often jumping in mid-lyric to scale a high note. Oh, right, and he accomplished this at the age of 23 (with a big assist from lyricist Tony Asher). “Pet Sounds” baffled record executives who just wanted to sell a million copies of “Fun, Fun, Fun Part 26.”īut Wilson’s genius couldn’t be contained. Lyrics that expressed fears and sadness and uncertainty were such a radical departure from what the Beach Boys had symbolized to that point. Upon its release in 1966, the album was practically a flop. ![]()
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