Salt Lake City
The Beach Boys
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Down in Utah The guys and I dig a city called Salt Lake It's got the grooviest kids That's why we never get tired of Salt Lake And the way the kids talk so cool Is an out of sight thing And the number one radio station Makes the town really swing yeah Salt Lake City we'll be coming soon There's a park near the city, yeah All the kids dig the Lagoon now It's full of all kinds of girls And rides and we'll be flyin' there soon now And girl for girl They've got the cutest of the Western states They got the sun in the summer And winter time the skiing is great yeah Salt Lake City we'll be coming soon Salt Lake City we'll be coming soon We'll be coming soon We'll be coming soon We'll be coming soon
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Written by: MICHAEL LOVE, BRIAN WILSON
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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11 facts about this song
Song Creation"Salt Lake City" is a song by The Beach Boys that was written by their leader, Brian Wilson, and their usual collaborator, Mike Love.
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Album InclusionThe song was included in their album "Summer Days (And Summer Nights!!)" which was released in 1965.
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Special TributeThe song is a special tribute to Salt Lake City, Utah. The Beach Boys had a particularly enthusiastic fan base in the city and the song serves as a thank you note.
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Harmonious TouchThe song is heavily characterized by the group's elaborate harmonies, which has always been a key feature of the Beach Boys' sound.
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Chart SuccessThough it wasn’t released as a single, “Salt Lake City” contributed to the success of the “Summer Days (And Summer Nights!!)” album, which reached No. 2 on the US Billboard 200.
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Musicial Blend"Salt Lake City" is considered classic Beach Boys, blending elements of surf rock with multi-part vocal harmonies that combine to create a pop sound.
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Beach Boys’ VisitBrian Wilson, Mike Love, Al Jardine, Bruce Johnston, and Dennis and Carl Wilson (the Beach Boys) used to visit Salt Lake City for performances in the 1960s which made it one of their favorite places.
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Unique Musical StyleWhile many of their contemporaries focused on themes of rebellion and society's ills, the Beach Boys typically sang about cars, girls, and scenic locations like Salt Lake City.
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Memorable PerformancesThe song usually reminded listeners of the band's memorable performances at Lagoon Amusement Park in Farmington, Utah in the 1960s.
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Inspiration SourcesLike many other songs from "Summer Days (And Summer Nights!!)", "Salt Lake City" showcases Brian Wilson's increasing maturity and sophistication as a songwriter and arranger.
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Lasting ImpactEven today, "Salt Lake City" remains popular among fans for its upbeat, joyful sound and intricate harmonies, a testament to the longstanding appeal of the Beach Boys' music.
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