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The actor and musician reflects on his friendship with the Beach Boys legend.
For John Stamos, Brian Wilson “didn’t just soundtrack” his life; the iconic Beach Boys founder “filled it with color, with wonder, with some of the most unforgettable, emotional, joyful moments I’ve ever known.”
Following the declaration of Wilson’s death at 82, Stamos honored the Beach Boys’ principal songwriter with a tribute shared on social media Wednesday. “It’s hard to put into words what it meant to stand beside him, laugh with him, play his music with him,” Stamos, who frequently performed with the band, wrote. “Brian wasn’t just a musical genius, he was a gentle, soulful, funny, complex, gorgeous man. He heard things no one else could hear. He felt things deeper than most of us ever will. And somehow, he turned all of that into music that wrapped itself around the world and made us all feel less alone.”
stamos stated he “grew up worshipping the Beach Boys” and never imagined he’d “get to play with them, let alone call Brian a friend.” The actor-musician,who played with the band on the set of Full House and appeared in their music videos,noted that the 1966 album Pet Sounds and its singles “God Only Knows” and “Wouldn’t It Be Nice” not only played “in the background of our lives,they shaped who we were.”
“Brian wasn’t just a musical genius, he was a gentle, soulful, funny, complex, beautiful man.”
“They shaped who I became,” Stamos continued. “His music made me feel things I didn’t know how to say. It made me want to make people feel the way his music made me feel. So much of my life and career, so much of me, exists as of what Brian created.” Stamos joins a host of celebrities who shared tributes remembering Wilson, including Mick Fleetwood, Elton John, Nancy Sinatra, and surviving Beach Boys co-founders mike Love and Al Jardine.
Near the end of his post, Stamos recalled Wilson once saying, “Music is God’s voice.” Stamos wrote, “I believe he was right, and now that voice, his voice, is part of the divine chorus. The music didn’t end.
Rest easy, Brian. Thank you for the music. Thank you for the moments. I’ll carry them with me -forever.”
Frequently Asked Questions
What was Brian Wilson’s role in the Beach Boys?
Brian Wilson was the primary songwriter, producer, and creative visionary behind the Beach Boys. He wrote or co-wrote many of their biggest hits and pushed the band to experiment with new sounds and recording techniques.
what is considered Brian Wilson’s masterpiece?
Pet Sounds, released in 1966, is widely considered Brian Wilson’s masterpiece. The album is known for its innovative production, complex harmonies, and deeply personal lyrics.
How did John Stamos know Brian wilson?
John Stamos was a longtime friend and collaborator of Brian Wilson. He performed with the Beach Boys on numerous occasions, including appearances on Full House and in their music videos.
