Girl Don't Tell Me
The Beach Boys
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Hi little girl, it's me Don't you know who I am? I met you last summer when When I came up to stay with my grand I'm the guy-uy-uy who Left you with tears in his eyes You didn't answer my letters So I figured it was just lie Your hair's getting longer and your shorts Mmm they sure fit you fine I'll bet you went out Every night during ol' school time But this ti-I-ime I'm not gonna count on you I'll see you this summer And forget you when I go back to school Girl don't tell me you'll write-ite-ite Girl don't tell me you'll write-ite-ite Girl don't tell me you'll write me again this time Hi little girl, it's me Don't you know who I am? I met you last summer when When I came up to stay with my grand Said I'm the guy-uy-uy who Left you with tears in his eyes You didn't answer my letters So I figured it was just lie Girl don't tell me you'll write-ite-ites Girl don't tell me you'll write-ite-ite Girl don't tell me you'll write me again this time Girl don't tell me you'll write me again this time
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Written by: BRIAN WILSON
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10 facts about this song
Album Inclusion"Girl Don't Tell Me" is a track from The Beach Boys' album titled "Summer Days (And Summer Nights!!)", released in July 1965.
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SongwriterThe song was composed by Brian Wilson, one of the founding members of The Beach Boys and considered the group's primary songwriter.
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Lyrics InspirationThe song's lyrics were reportedly influenced by Wilson's fascination with Phil Spector's production style and the Beatles. Notably, the song shares similarities with the Beatles' track, "Ticket to Ride."
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Female VocalsUnique for a Beach Boys song, "Girl Don't Tell Me" features the only known instance of a female singing on a track, with Brian Wilson's then-girlfriend and later wife, Marilyn Rovell, performing backup vocals with the group.
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Recording DetailsThe song was recorded on April 30, 1965, at Western Recorders, Studio 3, in Hollywood, CA.
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Premier Lead VocalsInterestingly, this Beach Boys song was the first to feature Carl Wilson, Brian's younger brother, as the lead vocalist. It became one of the few songs where Carl sings lead, showcasing his vocal capabilities.
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Omitted SingleDespite being a well-loved track, "Girl Don't Tell Me" was never released as a single in the U.S or the UK. It only saw single release in Japan in 1976.
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Musical StyleThe song is noted for its ballad-style arrangement, a deceptively simple melody, and prominent use of 12-string guitar, attributes potent to folk rock.
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Non-Al Jardine Appearance"Girl Don't Tell Me" is the only song on the "Summer Days (And Summer Nights!!)" album in which Al Jardine, a core member of The Beach Boys, did not appear.
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Live PerformanceAlthough it wasn't released as a single, Brian Wilson played "Girl Don't Tell Me" live during his 1999 solo tour, showcasing the timeless charm of the song.
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