About the song
“Barbara Ann” by The Beach Boys is one of the band’s most iconic and beloved tracks, first released in 1965 as part of their album The Beach Boys’ Party! This fun, upbeat song marked a slight departure from the more serious and introspective surf rock that the band was known for, embracing a more playful, lighthearted vibe that would become a hallmark of their sound in the mid-60s. Written by Fred Fassert, the song was originally recorded by the Regents in 1961, but it was The Beach Boys‘ version that would go on to become the definitive hit, reaching #2 on the Billboard Hot 100.
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Lyrics
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