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Gettin' In over My Head

Brian Wilson · 2004

53 min · 13 tracks · pop music · rock music

A wistful blend of sunshine pop and introspective balladry reflecting on love and loss.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wistful reflections on love
  • steady melodic journey throughout
  • for afternoon daydreaming
  • gentle nostalgia with every track

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced listening experiences
  • seeking high-energy party tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2004, 'Gettin' In over My Head' was Brian Wilson's first studio album in over a decade, following his acclaimed self-titled solo debut in 1988. During this period, Wilson was experiencing a resurgence in both his creative output and public perception, driven by renewed interest in his Beach Boys legacy and the success of subsequent projects.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 How Could We Still Be Dancin’ 4:43
  • 2 Soul Searchin’ 4:08
  • 3 You’ve Touched Me 3:22
  • 4 Gettin’ In Over My Head 4:29
  • 5 City Blues 4:22
  • 6 Desert Drive 3:35
  • 7 A Friend Like You 3:38
  • 8 Make a Wish 3:50
  • 9 Rainbow Eyes 4:08
  • 10 Saturday Morning in the City 2:54
  • 11 Fairy Tale 5:28
  • 12 Don’t Let Her Know She’s an Angel 4:17
  • 13 The Waltz 4:09

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