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Billboard Honors Brian Wilson and Beach Boys' Legacy

6/17/2025

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Billboard's "Forever No. 1" series pays heartfelt tribute to the legendary Brian Wilson, who left us at 82. The spotlight shines on The Beach Boys' iconic first No. 1 hit, "I Get Around," recorded in April 1964. This unforgettable anthem, with its infectious hooks and harmonies, beautifully encapsulated the vibrant essence of California's teen life.

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Billboard's "Forever No. 1" series pays heartfelt tribute to the legendary Brian Wilson, who left us at 82. The spotlight shines on The Beach Boys' iconic first No. 1 hit, "I Get Around," recorded in April 1964. This unforgettable anthem, with its infectious hooks and harmonies, beautifully encapsulated the vibrant essence of California's teen life.