Brian Wilson – “Caroline No” (Capitol) 1966

Written by Brian Wilson and Tony Asher. Produced by Brian Wilson.

Released by Capitol as a 45 by Brian Wilson on March 7, 1966, “Caroline No” reached #32 on the Hot-100. The song appeared on the Beach Boys 1966 “Pet Sounds” album with the sound of a passing train at the end, accompanied by barking from Brian's dogs, Banana and Louie.

Brian wrote eight of the tracks on “Pet Sounds” with Tony Asher, effectively taking a break from working with his usual lyricist, fellow Beach Boy, Mike Love. Tony went on to write with Roger Nichols. “Love So Fine”, recorded by Herb Alpert, was one of theirs. He ended up working in the advertising agency and graphic design businesses.