Wild Honey
The Beach Boys · 1967
23 min · 11 tracks · rock & roll · surf music
A warm, sun-soaked blend of pop and rock that captures the simplicity of love and nature.
Why this album works
- Best for
- sun-soaked afternoon relaxation quick bursts of joy playful sing-alongs with friends
- Context
- Released on December 18, 1967, 'Wild Honey' marked The Beach Boys' artistic shift following the ambitious 'Pet Sounds.' At this point, Brian Wilson stepped back from production duties, allowing the band to explore a more straightforward pop sound. This album was pivotal as it signaled a departure from their earlier complex arrangements towards more accessible melodies.
- If you like
- rock & roll, surf music
Wild Honey is an album by The Beach Boys, released in 1967. A warm, sun-soaked blend of pop and rock that captures the simplicity of love and nature. 'Wild Honey' features a notable cover of Stevie Wonder's 'I Was Made to Love Her,' which contributed to its commercial performance by charting at number 24 on the Billboard Hot 100. The album is often recognized for its shift in tone, reflecting the band's evolution during a period when they were grappling with internal dynamics and changing musical landscapes. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Wild Honey sound like?
A warm, sun-soaked blend of pop and rock that captures the simplicity of love and nature. Rooted in rock & roll and surf music.
What makes Wild Honey by The Beach Boys notable?
'Wild Honey' features a notable cover of Stevie Wonder's 'I Was Made to Love Her,' which contributed to its commercial performance by charting at number 24 on the Billboard Hot 100. The album is often recognized for its shift in tone, reflecting the band's evolution during a period when they were grappling with internal dynamics and changing musical landscapes. Released on December 18, 1967, 'Wild Honey' marked The Beach Boys' artistic shift following the ambitious 'Pet Sounds.' At this point, Brian Wilson stepped back from production duties, allowing the band to explore a more straightforward pop sound. This album was pivotal as it signaled a departure from their earlier complex arrangements towards more accessible melodies.
Who is Wild Honey for?
Wild Honey works well if you're into sun-soaked afternoon relaxation, quick bursts of joy and playful sing-alongs with friends.
How many songs are on Wild Honey?
Wild Honey has 11 tracks, running approximately 23 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Wild Honey Standout 2:37
- 2 Aren't You Glad Standout 2:16
- 3 I Was Made to Love Her Standout 2:05
- 4 Country Air 2:20
- 5 A Thing or Two 2:40
- 6 Darlin' 2:12
- 7 I'd Love Just Once to See You 1:48
- 8 Here Comes the Night 2:41
- 9 Let the Wind Blow 2:19
- 10 How She Boogalooed It 1:56
- 11 Mama Says 1:04
Release Date
December 18, 1967
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
23 min 58 sec
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