It's OK
The Beach Boys
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Fun is in, it's no sin, it's that time again To shed your load, hit the road on the run again Summer skies in our eyes and a warmer sun It's one for all, all for one, all for all out fun Gotta go to it Gonna go through it Gotta get with it Lookin' good Down the hood Of a funky ride On the way To the tide Just to tan your hide In the shade Lemonade In the sun ocean spray To get your face In the race Or lay back's no disgrace Gotta go to it Gonna go through it Gotta get with it It's OK to get out there and Have some fun By yourself maybe Or else with a special one. Good or bad Glad or sad It's all gonna pass So it's OK Let's all play And enjoy it while it lasts Gotta go to it Gonna go through it Gotta get with it Find a ride Find a ride Find a ride (In the sum-sum-summertime) Find a ride (In the sum-sum-summertime) Find a ride (In the sum-sum-summertime) Find a ride (In the sum-sum-summertime) Find a ride (In the sum-sum-summertime) Find a ride (In the sum-sum-summertime) Find a ride (In the sum-sum-summertime) Find a ride (In the sum-sum-summertime) Find a ride (In the sum-sum-summertime)
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Written by: Michael Edward Love, Brian Douglas Wilson
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing
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10 facts about this song
Release and Composition"It's OK" is a song from The Beach Boys- Love You (1976) album. Unlike many of the band's other songs, "It's OK" is characterized by its upbeat rhythm and positive lyrics.
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PerformersThe Beach Boys were a American rock band that consisted of members Brian Wilson, Dennis Wilson, Carl Wilson, Mike Love and Al Jardine, all of whom contributed to the composition and performance of this song.
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Collaboration"It's OK" was written by Brian Wilson and Mike Love. Love wrote most of the lyrics, while Wilson was responsible for the music.
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InfluenceThe song sees the group returning to the surf rock sound that they largely moved away from in the mid-60s. The lyrics also echo the fun, carefree theme of their earlier work.
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Chart PerformanceDespite being a fan favorite, "It's OK" didn't perform well on the music charts, reaching number 29 on the Billboard Hot 100.
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Live PerformancesDespite its lack of commercial success, the song has become a staple of the band's live performances.
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Remix VersionA live version of the song, recorded in 1980, was included on the band's 1980 live album, "Keepin' the Summer Alive.”
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ReceptionOver time, "It's OK" has been recognized as a fan favourite, regularly receiving airplay on classic rock radio.
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Genre"It's OK" is categorised as a Surf rock and Pop rock song, under genres.
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Song MeaningThe lyrics of “It's OK” are said to relay a message of optimism and resilience, and have been interpreted as a statement of intent from a band emerging from a period of difficulty.
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