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    Catch A Wave

    Written by: Brian Wilson
    Produced by: Brian Wilson
    Recording date: July 16, 1963
    Take Number:
    Master Number: #50358
    Time: 2:11
    Lead Vocal by: Mike
    Originally appeared on: Surfer Girl
    Subsequently appeared on: Endless Summer; Good Vibrations

    Notes:
      A big, early production from Brian.

      Mike's sister Maureen plays harp on this track.

      In 1964, Roger Christian rewrote the lyrics and re-named the song "Sidewalk Surfin'", which became a top-30 hit for Jan and Dean.

      Mike Love was awarded co-writer credits for this song after his suit against Brian.

    Noises:
      0:35 Edit
      1:09 Talking
      1:11 Someone loses his rhythm while clapping
      1:26 Thump






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