Not gonna argue. I first heard this song at age 12 on a flight from Philly to LAX with my parents, and it brings back memories of that trip for me. I love the original, and I love this cover. Brilliant!
This masterful re-invention is truly, a " hidden classic " not nearly enough people know of, or have ever heard. it is in MY All-time Top 5 BB's songs., & as lifetime fan since the Fall of 1962, I know their entire published works. ----------------MJL, 76 y/o
Any one who heard the byrds will immediately recognize mr . Mcguinns jingle jangle customised Ricky 12 in this cover..forever the finest 12 string player to ever patch into an amplifier..together with the great skill and talents each member of the beach boys shares with us on this track..hell yes...gotta love it ..ya got no choice
After the 1950s Sleepy laid back California was pretty much gone---man, but prior to WWII was their Golden Age--The war years brought tech and aerospace industries to So California and it just boomed
@@millersands3050 said by a right winger. Sorry in the past california like america has segregation non voting by people of color and of course white males ran everything. Better now
This is one of those rare times a cover of a classic, like Californa Dreamin by the Mamas & The Poppas that really gets taken to a whole new level - like this Beach Boys version - This is phenomenal in its rich production with a complex interwoven mix of guitar, sax (both also just soared in their solos) and the stellar harmonies of vocals by a band that carved it's unique harmonic sound into Platinum success. I love its "serious tone" - it's like when you smoke a joint and listen to music that makes you contemplative - it's daydreaming that takes flight.... I'm flying with this! One of the best covers I've ever heard!
Sir--------that Rickenbacker 370 12 string is by Roger McGuinn.; Carl played the older 360 model , the same one George Harrison played. ----------The Sax is done by Steve Douglas, one of the legendary LA musicians , " The Wrecking Crew " . Terry Melcher ---------yes, THAT Terry Melcher--------produced, & had the idea for the Rickenbacker 370 . Bruce Johnston & Carl Wilson arranged vocals, & yes, that Bruce hitting the high notes , especially at the end. The original idea was for the ending to be like " God Only Knows", a sort of ' in the round " harmony ending. But Melcher disagreed, & wanted a more bare, instrumental ending, & with only one fading voice, that of Bruce. After much disagreement, Melcher Prevailed. Personally, I would love to have heard what the the other ending would have sounded like. Both John & Michelle Phillips, who co-wrote the sing, had to give approval , which they did immediately. And, both appear in the official video. FINALLY----------BW had noting at all, to do with this. NADA. That's because, in '86, he was under the total control of Landy , who demanded co-producer credit, & 25% of all profits . Shows what a greedy asshole he had become, with BW. It was at the very last minute, that BW showed up for the " Solid Gold " appearance. it is all too plain, that he is both unhappy, & bored, by the whole thing. Sad-----too sad. And, by this time, the group was so fed up with BW & Landy, & who could blame them ? -----------MJL, 76 y/o a lifetime fan
My father bought the "Made in USA" Beach Boys album on cassette. When I would ride with him, I 'd always put this tape in and FFWD it to the end of the tape where this song was and play it real loud! Love the guitars and sax in it! The Beach Boys were in their 40's when they recorded this and still sounded like teenagers!
This is all the Beach Boy's terrific harmony and that 12 string Rickenbacker "Jingle Jangle" guitar of Roger McGuinn (The Byrds) that gives this a beautiful '60's touch.
@@wisemasterbuilder This should blow your mind. The lyrics are "got down on my knees and pretend to pray". Don't believe me? Look 'em up. That slight change really changes the meaning of the song. Don'tcha think?
You mean before the government got JFK? Because after that everything was shit beginning with Mass Murderer Lyndon and ending with Commie POS Obama may he get cancer.
I remember exactly where I was when I first heard this version. Crossing MSR 3 in Dongducheon, Korea heading to Camp Casey to catch a bus to my barracks.
I never knew they covered this song, and I didn't expect it to be good (despite my love of the Beach Boys), but wow, this is amazing. It's definitely getting slotted into my iTunes right alongside the Mama and Papas original.
Im slightly shocked. Maybe you should go listen to some more of The Beach Boys. They were regarded as a top band throughout the world in the 1960's. The band were heavily influenced by Californian lifestyle, and were masters at harmonising their vocals. I think that is why this song works so well for them.
My All-time No. 1 BB Songs : " DWB" & This : California Dreamin". --------" DWB" is still # 1, & will 4-ever touch my heart, but OMG, this is a Masterpiece. ----------------Wolfsky9
... 1988...сидишь на лекции,, Методика детской литературы для дошкольников старших групп ", разбираем сказки народов Мира о старике и Рыбке... За окном тихо падает снег, тебе всего лишь 21год и ни о какой рыбке ты не думаешь, а вспоминаешь лето, море и эту песню...
Loved this version as soon as I first heard it...when it was new. Just as good and exciting as the Mamas & Papas original. And Roger McGuinn is playing 12 string guitar on it.
The Beach Boys Band in '86, their " Silver Anniversary " , & the year of this masterful re-make.: Mike Love --------Carl Wilson--------Al Jardine------Bruce Johnston, & sometimes, their founder, Brian Wilson, who in '86, was very much under the thumb of Eugene Landy, the therapist who did rehab BW, & by '86, controlled every part of his life & his money. ----- also, Jeff Foskett------Billy Hinsche-------Ed carter-------Mike Meros-----Mike Kowalski, & Bobby Figueroa. ------------MJL, 76 y/o, a fan since 1962.
The Beach boys know how to cover songs and make them outstanding as if it was their own song! their version of the Mama's ans Papa's song "Do you wanna dance" with Dennis Wilson on lead vocals is another example of this.
+katakisLives Sir, THE irony is that it was only at John's insistence that the guys got together to do this. They respected the original version, & it took a lot of work to pull this off. Brian had nothing at all to do with it, & Denny Doherty refused to participate in the video. Yet, it did get done, & it's a masterpiece, IMHO. Terry Melcher produced, & Carl arranged the vocals. --- Wolfsky9
The stupid naysayers always have a one sided perception. Assuming the original song was written by beach boys then these critics would be the first ones to say just the opposite... Thats just how their dumb brains are wired and work.
I remember the origin version well(I was 9). This remix version -released 2018 - IS brilliant .Ft the backing vocals of Michelle Phillips (mamas &papas ).Tom mcginn of the Byrd's
Produced by the Late Terry Melcher, vocals arranged by Carl & Bruce, this is The Boys at their very best in the 80's. Nothing else from that decade even comes close. --Wolfsky9, 69 y/o Now
MY #2 all-time by The Boys ! Summer of '86------------That Rickenbacker 370 12-string by Roger McGuinn ! ----------------Beach Boys 4-Ever. -----------------------MJL, 75 y/o
Very clever video! Doesn't Roger McGuinns 12 string guitar give this a beautiful '60's touch? The harmony is great by the BB's and that Saxophone is a groove!
I can't/won't say this is "better than the original," only that I prefer it over the original. How can one resist the 12-string of Roger McGuinn combined with Beach Boys vocals?!?
Super way to cover an already great tune...the Beach Boys--wow!
I love this version of this song . Beautifully ,respectfully remixed . I am 65 . Remember the original really well .
I totally agree with you..I've only just found this version..love it..❤
I was 9 when mamas and papas had a hit with this in 1966 .Heard many versions .THIS is the most amazing version of all time
Not gonna argue. I first heard this song at age 12 on a flight from Philly to LAX with my parents, and it brings back memories of that trip for me. I love the original, and I love this cover. Brilliant!
This masterful re-invention is truly, a " hidden classic " not nearly enough people know of, or have ever heard. it is in MY All-time Top 5 BB's songs., & as lifetime fan since the Fall of 1962, I know their entire published works. ----------------MJL, 76 y/o
Люблю иногда послушать такие шедевры как этот. Или иглз,иль кьюр,да это музыка на века
The saxophone part in the beginning and end just kills it!!!!
+Alexander Rivera That's "The Saxmaster" himself, the great Tom Scott on his tenor sax. Wolfsky9
a beautiful cover of this beautiful classic, as only the Beach Boys could do it.
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Any one who heard the byrds will immediately recognize mr . Mcguinns jingle jangle customised Ricky 12 in this cover..forever the finest 12 string player to ever patch into an amplifier..together with the great skill and talents each member of the beach boys shares with us on this track..hell yes...gotta love it ..ya got no choice
still the golden state
What California once was. It’s sad to see it now. I remember camping and surfing at Doheny and the Bluffs. It was beautiful then.
Then. Yes.
Still is beautiful just not as white as some would like hah
After the 1950s Sleepy laid back California was pretty much gone---man, but prior to WWII was their Golden Age--The war years brought tech and aerospace industries to So California and it just boomed
@@millersands3050 said by a right winger. Sorry in the past california like america has segregation non voting by people of color and of course white males ran everything. Better now
Still Beautiful as now. Go spend a week in Gary Indiana.
looks like Santa Monica beach near Los Angeles , great song in any format...
Best cover i've heard so far
You are so right!
This nice but i think julio had it
I mean jose
listen to the cover by SIA ... very good too
After knocking on heavens door of the gnr
This music is the face of the 1960s. Wonderful.
This is one of those rare times a cover of a classic, like Californa Dreamin by the Mamas & The Poppas that really gets taken to a whole new level - like this Beach Boys version - This is phenomenal in its rich production with a complex interwoven mix of guitar, sax (both also just soared in their solos) and the stellar harmonies of vocals by a band that carved it's unique harmonic sound into Platinum success. I love its "serious tone" - it's like when you smoke a joint and listen to music that makes you contemplative - it's daydreaming that takes flight....
I'm flying with this! One of the best covers I've ever heard!
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🔥🔥🔥🔥
Sir--------that Rickenbacker 370 12 string is by Roger McGuinn.; Carl played the older 360 model , the same one George Harrison played. ----------The Sax is done by Steve Douglas, one of the legendary LA musicians , " The Wrecking Crew " . Terry Melcher ---------yes, THAT Terry Melcher--------produced, & had the idea for the Rickenbacker 370 . Bruce Johnston & Carl Wilson arranged vocals, & yes, that Bruce hitting the high notes , especially at the end. The original idea was for the ending to be like " God Only Knows", a sort of ' in the round " harmony ending. But Melcher disagreed, & wanted a more bare, instrumental ending, & with only one fading voice, that of Bruce. After much disagreement, Melcher Prevailed. Personally, I would love to have heard what the the other ending would have sounded like. Both John & Michelle Phillips, who co-wrote the sing, had to give approval , which they did immediately. And, both appear in the official video. FINALLY----------BW had noting at all, to do with this. NADA. That's because, in '86, he was under the total control of Landy , who demanded co-producer credit, & 25% of all profits . Shows what a greedy asshole he had become, with BW. It was at the very last minute, that BW showed up for the " Solid Gold " appearance. it is all too plain, that he is both unhappy, & bored, by the whole thing. Sad-----too sad. And, by this time, the group was so fed up with BW & Landy, & who could blame them ? -----------MJL, 76 y/o a lifetime fan
Sir--------I agree, 10,000% ! No one could ever have said it better than you have. --------------MJL, 77 y/o
52+ people gave ‘thumbs down’. What kind of people are they. This is a beautiful rendition. Unbelievable. This is a beautiful rendition.
Not keen on classic songs like these being remixed (I remember this song WELL ).THIS is frickin amazingly done Sends tingles my spine
Discovered by accident in January 2025 absolute class version cant help but keep replaying over and over ❤🎉
AWESOME CLASSIC FROM THE 60'S
THE BEST GROOVY MUSIC EVER.
I HAD THE PRIVILEGE TO LIVE DURING THAT ERA.
GOD BLESS AMERICA !!!!!!!!!!
i bet life then was a lot more ''real'' than today, just like the music.
The best cover ever, and also brings back memories.
Beach Boys did it the nail on the head with this one. Great job!
What a great slideshow to such a great song.
Супер!!!🤩
My father bought the "Made in USA" Beach Boys album on cassette. When I would ride with him, I 'd always put this tape in and FFWD it to the end of the tape where this song was and play it real loud! Love the guitars and sax in it! The Beach Boys were in their 40's when they recorded this and still sounded like teenagers!
One of my favorite groups while growing up, and today. Even my son likews these guys!
i love this song always and forever
Это лучшее произведение, всех времён, и народов!
Beautiful 12 string work and impeccable as always BEACH BOYS vocals & dynamics..love this cover
Carl Wilson, we miss you. --------------A true Masterwork from The Boys .------------WolfSky
Super
One of the best songs ever..
AMEN, BROTHER !! ------------Wolfsky9
To Mr. Santiago : Sir, I could not agree with you more. This is The Boys at their finest. -----------------WolfSky9, 71 y/o
absolutely!
Love
You know it! And this is the best rendition.
The best classic ever.
Some songs are timeless, just like the original and this.
Good old memories.
The best EVER.
MAGNIFICO ME ENCANTA ESTA VERSION
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Lo mismo digo mejor q la de incluso TheBeatles
A great remake of a great song!
My JAM !!!!
This is all the Beach Boy's terrific harmony and that 12 string Rickenbacker "Jingle Jangle" guitar of Roger McGuinn (The Byrds) that gives this a beautiful '60's touch.
Never heard this version. Blown away!
Thank you so much for this upload.
tim baldwin got down on my knees and began to prEy then eye turned and Prayed with the Angels Of L.A.
@@wisemasterbuilder
This should blow your mind.
The lyrics are "got down on my knees and pretend to pray".
Don't believe me? Look 'em up.
That slight change really changes the meaning of the song. Don'tcha think?
tim baldwin FACTS
Superb ,incredible song remixed
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Brings back memories..
I miss The Beach Boys. A great group from a great time.
You mean before the government got JFK? Because after that everything was shit beginning with Mass Murderer Lyndon and ending with Commie POS Obama may he get cancer.
Some of them are still alive................... if you look closely........... and touring.
THE BEACH BOYS IS A STRONG BAND I SO LOVE THEM
I absolutely love the remix of California dreaming ,beach boys
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Can't beat the Beach Boys
this song went to #8 on the adult contemporary charts in 1986!!!
что то в прошлое потянуло, а красиво поют...❤
That sax completes it.
Спасибо за прекрасную музыку❤❤❤
I remember exactly where I was when I first heard this version. Crossing MSR 3 in Dongducheon, Korea heading to Camp Casey to catch a bus to my barracks.
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De beste cover all
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Для меня это культовый трэк, именно в исполнении "The Beach Boy"
The best version
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On RUclips we have several videos of this song very well sung and played by this band. Really good.
Superbe , So cool !!!! Toute ma jeunesse !!!
California has all the dreams for everybody, enjoy to the fullest, peace out, brothers and sisters all! 😎
I never knew they covered this song, and I didn't expect it to be good (despite my love of the Beach Boys), but wow, this is amazing. It's definitely getting slotted into my iTunes right alongside the Mama and Papas original.
Good choice!
Im slightly shocked. Maybe you should go listen to some more of The Beach Boys. They were regarded as a top band throughout the world in the 1960's.
The band were heavily influenced by Californian lifestyle, and were masters at harmonising their vocals. I think that is why this song works so well for them.
Featuring the backing vocals of Michelle Philips (mamas and papas ). Tom.Mcguinn (on guitar ,is Tom mcginn of the Byrd's ) .
This is not a simple song it's an anthem...
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great song
RiP. Carl Wilson, we miss you today as always. -----------------MJL, 75 y/o
I love this song 💕
i love youuuuuuu california
My All-time No. 1 BB Songs : " DWB" & This : California Dreamin". --------" DWB" is still # 1, & will 4-ever touch my heart, but OMG, this is a Masterpiece. ----------------Wolfsky9
... 1988...сидишь на лекции,, Методика детской литературы для дошкольников старших групп ", разбираем сказки народов Мира о старике и Рыбке... За окном тихо падает снег, тебе всего лишь 21год и ни о какой рыбке ты не думаешь, а вспоминаешь лето, море и эту песню...
song from my childhood and I still love it
Loved this version as soon as I first heard it...when it was new. Just as good and exciting as the Mamas & Papas original. And Roger McGuinn is playing 12 string guitar on it.
This song make me remember nice Times :(
a lot of memories
This song is very fantastic!!!!!!!!!!
Ohhhh yes, California ! Never have I been so proud as now, to say, I'm a Californian! --------Wolfsky9
You don’t have to be an American to like this, I thought you can never beat the original, but this does.
Это невероятно. Завораживает...
Very good version for a great timeless song.
Great coverrrr!!
The Beach Boys Band in '86, their " Silver Anniversary " , & the year of this masterful re-make.: Mike Love --------Carl Wilson--------Al Jardine------Bruce Johnston, & sometimes, their founder, Brian Wilson, who in '86, was very much under the thumb of Eugene Landy, the therapist who did rehab BW, & by '86, controlled every part of his life & his money. ----- also, Jeff Foskett------Billy Hinsche-------Ed carter-------Mike Meros-----Mike Kowalski, & Bobby Figueroa. ------------MJL, 76 y/o, a fan since 1962.
The Beach boys know how to cover songs and make them outstanding as if it was their own song! their version of the Mama's ans Papa's song "Do you wanna dance" with Dennis Wilson on lead vocals is another example of this.
+katakisLives Sir, THE irony is that it was only at John's insistence that the guys got together to do this. They respected the original version, & it took a lot of work to pull this off. Brian had nothing at all to do with it, & Denny Doherty refused to participate in the video. Yet, it did get done, & it's a masterpiece, IMHO. Terry Melcher produced, & Carl arranged the vocals. --- Wolfsky9
The stupid naysayers always have a one sided perception. Assuming the original song was written by beach boys then these critics would be the first ones to say just the opposite... Thats just how their dumb brains are wired and work.
The great revolution of Beat Groups in the 60s.
へぇ～、これもまた別味でいいですね🎵🎶😌
I remember the origin version well(I was 9). This remix version -released 2018 - IS brilliant .Ft the backing vocals of Michelle Phillips (mamas &papas ).Tom mcginn of the Byrd's
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Muito obrigado por este excelente concerto em Oeiras queria que durasse para sempre. Muito bom voltem sempre e muito obrigado
Лучшая!
So good
Those leaves reminds me of my childhood
super!!!
Крутая песня!!!=)
Produced by the Late Terry Melcher, vocals arranged by Carl & Bruce, this is The Boys at their very best in the 80's. Nothing else from that decade even comes close. --Wolfsky9, 69 y/o Now
Wolfsky9 always thought Somewhere Near Japan was under appreciated too
MY #2 all-time by The Boys ! Summer of '86------------That Rickenbacker 370 12-string by Roger McGuinn ! ----------------Beach Boys 4-Ever. -----------------------MJL, 75 y/o
Só saudade!
Beatiful
..ох, как же это ...хорошо, граждане!)))
idi naxui
Very clever video! Doesn't Roger McGuinns 12 string guitar give this a beautiful '60's touch? The harmony is great by the BB's and that Saxophone is a groove!
RIP, Carl & Dennis !! ------------Wolfsky9
que. tema. esa. era musica. de la buena. 😘😘😘😘😘😘🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌💃💃💃💃💃
great song in any band....
So nice
この曲は昔昔わたせせいぞう画・音楽松岡直也「ハートカクテル」の映像の中の「ふたりきりのビアガーデン」の最後に流れてきた想い出深いメロディです。80年代を想わせる名曲ですね。演奏も素晴らしいと思います。
Best version of this song imo.
Super
Greetings from Macedonia 🇲🇰🇲🇰🇲🇰🇲🇰🇲🇰
On all of YT, this is my favorite video. ------Beautifully done !! --------------WolfSky9
Wow ❤
I can't/won't say this is "better than the original," only that I prefer it over the original. How can one resist the 12-string of Roger McGuinn combined with Beach Boys vocals?!?