I wouldn't be a true California girl if I didn't give a shout-out to The Beach Boys, whose 1960's vinyl records also kept me company during my family's three year tour on the largest of the Ryukyu Islands. Recognized for their close vocal harmonies and All-American persona (despite Brian Wilson's struggle with mental illness and substance abuse), The Beach Boys are also famous for evoking romance in their surf rock-esque songs.
“I may not always love you,
But long as there are stars above you,
You never need to doubt it,
I'll make you so sure about it."
"God only knows what I'd be without you."
Even though this song’s a walking contradiction with the lines “I may not always love you,” and then, “You never need to doubt it,” I still can’t help but include it on my list. We all want someone to reassure us that his/her love for us is everlasting and I guess this is where we must place our trust not in that precious man or woman, but in our God; for "God only knows..." And although it may be hard to admit, we may be better off without this lad or lass, especially if he/she leaves, because that means that someone better may be waiting in the wings.
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