Pacific Ocean Blue cover

Pacific Ocean Blue

Dennis Wilson · 1977

113 min · 33 tracks · pop rock

A haunting blend of introspective lyrics and lush melodies that showcase Wilson's longing and vulnerability.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • contemplative late-night moods
  • wave-like pacing experiences
  • introspective and reflective themes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in early 1977, 'Pacific Ocean Blue' marked Dennis Wilson's first solo album after the Beach Boys' peak years. At this point in his career, he was navigating personal struggles while attempting to carve out his own artistic identity separate from the band. The album came during a tumultuous period for Wilson, both personally and professionally, following the Beach Boys' declining commercial success.
Stylistic neighbors
Sparks· Holograf· a-ha

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 River Song 3:46
  • 2 What’s Wrong 2:25
  • 3 Moonshine 2:30
  • 4 Friday Night 3:12
  • 5 Dreamer 4:24
  • 6 Thoughts of You 3:07
  • 7 Time 3:33
  • 8 You and I 3:27
  • 9 Pacific Ocean Blues 2:39
  • 10 Farewell My Friend 2:27
  • 11 Rainbows 2:49
  • 12 End of the Show 3:03
  • 13 Tug of Love 3:45
  • 14 Only With You 4:00
  • 15 Holy Man 4:27
  • 16 Mexico 5:32

Disc 2

  • 1 Under the Moonlight 3:57
  • 2 It’s Not Too Late 4:33
  • 3 School Girl 2:32
  • 4 Love Remember Me 4:07
  • 5 Love Surrounds Me 3:41
  • 6 Wild Situation 2:42
  • 7 Common 3:35
  • 8 Are You Real 3:38
  • 9 He’s a Bum 2:51
  • 10 Cocktails 3:01
  • 11 I Love You 2:02
  • 12 Constant Companion 3:22
  • 13 Time for Bed 3:08
  • 14 Album Tag Song 3:45
  • 15 All Alone 3:44
  • 16 Piano Variations on Thoughts of You 3:10
  • 17 Holy Man (Taylor Hawkins version) 4:25

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