Wouldn't It Be Nice
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Then we wouldn't have to wait so long
And wouldn't it be nice to live together
In the kind of world where we belong
You know it's gonna make it that much better
When we can say goodnight and stay together
Wouldn't it be nice if we could wake up
In the morning when the day is new
And after having spent the day together
Hold each other close the whole night through
Happy times together we've been spending
I wish that every kiss was never ending
Wouldn't it be nice
Maybe if we think and wish and hope and pray
It might come true
Baby then there wouldn't be a single thing we couldn't do
We could be married
And then we'd be happy
Wouldn't it be nice
You know it seems the more we talk about it
It only makes it worse to live without it
But let's talk about it
Wouldn't it be nice
Good night baby
Sleep tight baby
Good night baby
Sleep tight baby
Wouldn't It Be Nice
Released in 1966, "Wouldn't It Be Nice" stands as a quintessential example of the Beach Boys' mid-60s pop-rock sound, characterized by intricate harmonies and lush orchestration. The track exemplifies the band's mastery of the surf and bubblegum genres, blending youthful energy with sophisticated vocal arrangements that defined their early discography. As a staple of their catalog, the song captures the optimism and rhythmic drive of the era, serving as a foundational piece in their evolution from regional surf rock to mainstream pop stardom. Its enduring appeal lies in its melodic structure and the collective vocal performance that became a hallmark of the group's identity.