Pet Sounds Project: The song is built on the hollow thud of a water jug, the jangle of a wood block striking a tambourine, and a carnivalesque harpsichord, creating the tone of mystical levity that accompanies the speaker’s pain.
The ex-Vampire Weekend multi-instrumentalist and producer wraps his meditations on love, grief, and identity in lightweight, pleasing Americana pop.
Pet Sounds Project: By the time the instrumental arrives, it’s a welcome respite from the mind of someone who’s got a lot going on, like taking a rest on a busy highway. It makes us feel safe in Brian Wilson’s hands.
“From icons of R&B to a holiday favorite en Español, from a legendary sports broadcast to this generation’s superstars, it is a thrilling reflection of America at its best,” National Recording Registry chair Robbin Ahrold shared in a statement.
The “Slip Away” singer, songwriter, and producer passed away on Thursday, May 14, as confirmed by FAME Studios.
