Covers involving Beach Boys

This list contains covers featuring Beach Boys members. This doesn't include covers released under the Beach Boys name, which can be found here.



Brian Wilson

This doesn't include covers released as a solo record by Brian. See here.

Song Artist Album Year Listen Notes
'Til I DieThe WilsonsThe Wilsons1997Youtube, SpotifyPop cover. Produced by Brian and Joe Thomas.
Be True To Your SchoolOld Sand Mill feat. Brian Wilson and Rick BostonThe World Is Getting Colder2011Youtube, SpotifyFeatures Brian on backing vocals.
California GirlsNancy SinatraCalifornia Girl2002Youtube, SpotifyFeaturing Brian Wilson and Jeffery Foskett.
Do It AgainWall Of VoodooHappy Planet1987Youtube, SpotifyNew wave cover. Brian stars in the video (see Youtube link).
Don't Worry BabyThe Everly Brothers and The Beach BoysSome Hearts...1988YoutubeThe Beach Boys contributed backing vocals. It was released as a single (in some cases with a rather odd piece of cover art), and performed "live" (quotation marks fully intended) in a medley with "Getcha Back" and the Everly's "Wake Up Little Susie" for a TV special.
Farmer's DaughterBasil Swift And The SeegramsFarmer's Daughter single1965YoutubeA single release by Danny Hutton. Produced by Nik Venet who (is credited as) producer of the original.

If you want to believe rumours, Brian may be on the track.

Appears on the Here Today! Songs Of Brian Wilson compilation album.
ForeverAmerican SpringAmerican Spring1972YoutubeSome slight lyrical alterations. Co-produced and vocal arrangements by Brian. Features Carl on vocals.
Fun, Fun, FunStatus Quo with The Beach BoysDon't Stop1996Youtube, SpotifyRecorded with The Beach Boys, including a new verse sang by Mike Love. Also released as a single, and has appeared on Beach Boys compilation albums.
God Only KnowsMonica ManciniI've Loved These Days2009Featured Brian Wilson on backing vocals.
God Only KnowsThe Impossible OrchestraGod Only Knows single2014Youtube, SpotifySupergroup whose single both launched BBC Music and raised money for BBC Children In Need. Went to number 20 in the UK charts (and strangely, number 10 in Israel). The supergroup featured Brian, as well as many other stars - for a full list see the artist page.
Good TimeAmerican SpringAmerican Spring1972YoutubeThe first version to be released - the song was originally recorded by The Beach Boys in 1970, and this uses that same backing track (and I think the backing vocals too). Hence, vocals aside, this sounds (and almost is) musically identical to the 1977 The Beach Boys Love You version.

Produced and arranged by Brian, with backing vocals by The Beach Boys.
Had To Phone YaAmerican SpringSpring...Plus1989YoutubeThis version actually predates The Beach Boys version - and so contains Diane's lyrics instead of Mike's. Recorded in 1972, and co-produced by Brian, this didn't see release until a 1989 reissue.
Help Me, RhondaJohnny RiversNew Lovers And Old Friends1975YoutubeReleased as a single in 1975, where it reached #22 in the US. Featured Brian Wilson on backing vocals.
Honkin' Down The HighwayAl Jardine feat. Brian WilsonA Postcard From California2010Brian and Al sing vocals.
I DoThe CastellsI Do single1964Youtube, SpotifyProduced by Brian, and using the original Beach Boys backing track.

Appears on the Here Today! The Songs Of Brian Wilson compilation album.
In My RoomWilson PhillipsCalifornia2004Youtube, SpotifyBrian plays piano and sings a couple of lines. (and says "That sounds great!" at the end).
In My RoomTammy Wynette and Brian WilsonTammy Wynette Remembered1998YoutubeDuet between Tammy and Brian. Originally recorded for the sequel to Stars And Stripes Vol. 1, which never came. Also appears on the Nashville Sounds documentary about the Star And Stripes recording sessions.
In My RoomBill Medley feat. Brian Wilson and Phil EverlyDamn Near Righteous2007Youtube, SpotifyFeatures Brian Wilson on backing vocals.
Lady (Fallin' In Love)American SpringShyin' Away single1973YoutubeStraightforward cover, co-produced by Brian
Little Deuce CoupeBrian Setzer with Brian WilsonMOM 3: Music For Our Mother Ocean1999Youtube, SpotifyBrian takes lead on this recording for a charity album.
No-Go ShowboatThe TimersNo Go Showboat / Competition Coupe single1963YoutubeReleased as a single, and lead track on the multi-artist French EP No Go Showboat. Almost certainly Brain singing the same parts here as he does on the original, while Gary Usher takes Mike's lower lead. In fact, this sounds a lot like the same backing track as well...
Surfin' SafariJan & DeanJan & Dean Take Linda Surfin'1963Youtube, SpotifyFeatures The Beach Boys on the backing track and the backing vocals.
Surfin' U.S.A.
(as "Net Surfin' U.S.A.")
Steve Dahl & The Dahlfins Mai-Tai Roa Aé1997Youtube, SpotifyWith new lyrics about the internet, and backing vocals by Brian Wilson.
The Surfer MoonBob & SheriThe Surfer Moon single1961Youtube, SpotifyThe first recording of the song. Produced by Brian.
The Surfer Moon
(as "Summer Moon")
Vicki Korcher and Bob NorbergThe Big Beat 19632013YoutubeRecorded in 1963. New lyrics by Brian, and I assume produced by him too. This uses the same backing track as The Beach Boys version.
Thinkin' 'Bout You BabyAmerican SpringAmerican Spring1972YoutubeProduced and backing vocals by Brian.
This Whole WorldAmerican SpringAmerican Spring1972YoutubeA much slower, gentler cover. New middle eight. Produced and vocal arrangements by Brian.
Time To Get AloneRedwoodCelebrate - The Three Dog Night Story 1965-19751993Youtube, SpotifyBrian wrote the song for Redwood, who recorded it in 1967. However, The Beach Boys wanted it and so this version went unreleased until 1993.

It shares a backing track with The Beach Boys version.

Appears on the Here Today! The Songs Of Brian Wilson compilation album.
VegetablesJan & DeanGotta Take That One Last Ride1974With vocal overdubs by Brian and American Spring.
VegetablesJan & DeanVegetables single1967YoutubeReleased under the artist "The Laughing Gravy", this is actually Jan & Dean. There is a version from 1974 with vocal overdubs by Brian and American Spring.

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Carl Wilson

Song Artist Album Year Listen Notes
Brian's BackMike LoveUnleash The Love2017Youtube, SpotifyStraightforward cover with Carl's original chorus vocal.
California GirlsDavid Lee RothCrazy From The Heat EP1984Youtube, SpotifyCarl Wilson sings backing vocals. The single went to number 3 in the Billboard Hot 100. This version went on to be used in the film Down And Out In Beverly Hills. The single also contained a remix.
Disney Girls (1957)
(as "Disney Girls")
Cass ElliotCass Elliot1972YoutubeFeatured Carl Wilson on backing vocals and Bruce Johnston on keyboards.
Don't Worry BabyThe Everly Brothers and The Beach BoysSome Hearts...1988YoutubeThe Beach Boys contributed backing vocals. It was released as a single (in some cases with a rather odd piece of cover art), and performed "live" (quotation marks fully intended) in a medley with "Getcha Back" and the Everly's "Wake Up Little Susie" for a TV special.
ForeverAmerican SpringAmerican Spring1972YoutubeSome slight lyrical alterations. Co-produced and vocal arrangements by Brian. Features Carl on vocals.
Fun, Fun, FunJoan Jett & The BlackheartsGood Music1986Youtube, SpotifyRock cover. Features Carl on guitar, and Al, Bruce, Mike (along with touring band members Billy Hinsche and Bobby Figueroa) on backing vocals.
Fun, Fun, FunStatus Quo with The Beach BoysDon't Stop1996Youtube, SpotifyRecorded with The Beach Boys, including a new verse sang by Mike Love. Also released as a single, and has appeared on Beach Boys compilation albums.
Good TimeAmerican SpringAmerican Spring1972YoutubeThe first version to be released - the song was originally recorded by The Beach Boys in 1970, and this uses that same backing track (and I think the backing vocals too). Hence, vocals aside, this sounds (and almost is) musically identical to the 1977 The Beach Boys Love You version.

Produced and arranged by Brian, with backing vocals by The Beach Boys.
I DoThe CastellsI Do single1964Youtube, SpotifyProduced by Brian, and using the original Beach Boys backing track.

Appears on the Here Today! The Songs Of Brian Wilson compilation album.
I Write The SongsDavid CassidyThe Higher Thy Climb1975Youtube, SpotifyFirst version released as a single, this went to #11 in the UK charts. It was produced by Bruce and featured Carl on vocals.
Only With YouDennis WilsonPacific Ocean Blue2007Youtube, SpotifyUnlike the original (where Carl sang lead), Dennis takes lead here, with Carl and Dean Torrence on backing vocals.
Surfin' SafariJan & DeanJan & Dean Take Linda Surfin'1963Youtube, SpotifyFeatures The Beach Boys on the backing track and the backing vocals.

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Dennis Wilson

This doesn't include covers released as a solo record by Dennis. See here.

Song Artist Album Year Listen Notes
Good TimeAmerican SpringAmerican Spring1972YoutubeThe first version to be released - the song was originally recorded by The Beach Boys in 1970, and this uses that same backing track (and I think the backing vocals too). Hence, vocals aside, this sounds (and almost is) musically identical to the 1977 The Beach Boys Love You version.

Produced and arranged by Brian, with backing vocals by The Beach Boys.
I DoThe CastellsI Do single1964Youtube, SpotifyProduced by Brian, and using the original Beach Boys backing track.

Appears on the Here Today! The Songs Of Brian Wilson compilation album.
Surfin' SafariJan & DeanJan & Dean Take Linda Surfin'1963Youtube, SpotifyFeatures The Beach Boys on the backing track and the backing vocals.

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Mike Love

This doesn't include covers released as a solo record by Mike. See here.

Song Artist Album Year Listen Notes
Be True To Your SchoolJan & DeanSilver Summer1985The album Silver Summer featured Mike Love on backing vocals and many Beach Boys sidemen on instruments.
California Girls
(as "Acapulco Girls")
Sol De MéxicoAcapulco Girls1998YoutubeMariachi cover with Spanish lyrics. Features Mike Love on backing vocals.
California GirlsJan & DeanSilver Summer1985The album Silver Summer featured Mike Love on backing vocals and many Beach Boys sidemen on instruments.

A live version appeared on 1982's One Summer Night / Live.
Darlin'The Royal Philharmonic OrchestraSymphonic Sounds: Music Of The Beach Boys1998Orchestral backing with Matt Jardine on lead vocals, and Mike and Bruce on background vocals. Produced by Bruce.
Disney Girls (1957)
(as "Disney Girls")
The Royal Philharmonic OrchestraSymphonic Sounds: Music Of The Beach Boys1998Orchestral backing with Bruce on lead and Mike on backing vocals. Produced by Bruce.
Don't Worry BabyThe Everly Brothers and The Beach BoysSome Hearts...1988YoutubeThe Beach Boys contributed backing vocals. It was released as a single (in some cases with a rather odd piece of cover art), and performed "live" (quotation marks fully intended) in a medley with "Getcha Back" and the Everly's "Wake Up Little Susie" for a TV special.
Don't Worry BabyPapa Doo Run RunCalifornia Project1985YoutubeStraightforward cover. Features Mike Love on the middle-8 vocals.
Fun, Fun, FunJoan Jett & The BlackheartsGood Music1986Youtube, SpotifyRock cover. Features Carl on guitar, and Al, Bruce, Mike (along with touring band members Billy Hinsche and Bobby Figueroa) on backing vocals.
Fun, Fun, FunJan & DeanSilver Summer1985The album Silver Summer featured Mike Love on backing vocals and many Beach Boys sidemen on instruments.
Fun, Fun, FunStatus Quo with The Beach BoysDon't Stop1996Youtube, SpotifyRecorded with The Beach Boys, including a new verse sang by Mike Love. Also released as a single, and has appeared on Beach Boys compilation albums.
Gettin' HungryCelebrationCelebration1979YoutubeMike Love sings lead.
Good TimeAmerican SpringAmerican Spring1972YoutubeThe first version to be released - the song was originally recorded by The Beach Boys in 1970, and this uses that same backing track (and I think the backing vocals too). Hence, vocals aside, this sounds (and almost is) musically identical to the 1977 The Beach Boys Love You version.

Produced and arranged by Brian, with backing vocals by The Beach Boys.
Good VibrationsPapa Doo Run RunCalifornia Project1985YoutubeStraightforward cover. Features Mike Love on backing vocals.
I Get AroundJan & DeanSilver Summer1985The album Silver Summer featured Mike Love on backing vocals and many Beach Boys sidemen on instruments.
KokomoSol De MéxicoAcapulco Girls1998YoutubeMariachi cover with Spanish lyrics. Features Mike Love on lead vocals.
KokomoThe Royal Philharmonic OrchestraSymphonic Sounds: Music Of The Beach Boys1998Orchestral backing with Mike Love and Terry Melcher on lead vocals. Backing vocals and produced by Bruce.
Little Deuce CoupeJan & DeanSilver Summer1985The album Silver Summer featured Mike Love on backing vocals and many Beach Boys sidemen on instruments.
Please Let Me WonderThe King's SingersSpirit Voices1997Youtube, SpotifyProduced and lead vocals by Bruce, with a (new) middle-8 sung by Mike and Bruce.
Surfer GirlJan & DeanSilver Summer1985The album Silver Summer featured Mike Love on backing vocals and many Beach Boys sidemen on instruments.
Surfin' SafariJan & DeanSilver Summer1985Re-recording. The album Silver Summer featured Mike Love on backing vocals and many Beach Boys sidemen on instruments.
Surfin' SafariJan & DeanJan & Dean Take Linda Surfin'1963Youtube, SpotifyFeatures The Beach Boys on the backing track and the backing vocals.
Surfin' U.S.A.Jan & DeanSilver Summer1985YoutubeThe album Silver Summer featured Mike Love on backing vocals and many Beach Boys sidemen on instruments.

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Al Jardine

This doesn't include covers released as a solo record by Al. See here.

Song Artist Album Year Listen Notes
California GirlsThe Surf City AllstarsAcoustic Vibrations2009Youtube, SpotifyAcoustic cover, with Al on lead vocals.
Live version with Al appears on 2014's Live In Concert (Spotify, Youtube). A live version without Al is on 2006 album Live In Concert (Spotify, Youtube).
Don't Worry BabyThe Everly Brothers and The Beach BoysSome Hearts...1988YoutubeThe Beach Boys contributed backing vocals. It was released as a single (in some cases with a rather odd piece of cover art), and performed "live" (quotation marks fully intended) in a medley with "Getcha Back" and the Everly's "Wake Up Little Susie" for a TV special.
Fun, Fun, FunJoan Jett & The BlackheartsGood Music1986Youtube, SpotifyRock cover. Features Carl on guitar, and Al, Bruce, Mike (along with touring band members Billy Hinsche and Bobby Figueroa) on backing vocals.
Fun, Fun, FunStatus Quo with The Beach BoysDon't Stop1996Youtube, SpotifyRecorded with The Beach Boys, including a new verse sang by Mike Love. Also released as a single, and has appeared on Beach Boys compilation albums.
God Only KnowsThe Surf City AllstarsAcoustic Vibrations2009Youtube, SpotifyAcoustic cover. Backing vocals and vocal arrangement by Al Jardine.
Good TimeAmerican SpringAmerican Spring1972YoutubeThe first version to be released - the song was originally recorded by The Beach Boys in 1970, and this uses that same backing track (and I think the backing vocals too). Hence, vocals aside, this sounds (and almost is) musically identical to the 1977 The Beach Boys Love You version.

Produced and arranged by Brian, with backing vocals by The Beach Boys.
Help Me, RhondaThe Surf City AllstarsAcoustic Vibrations2009Youtube, SpotifyAcoustic cover. Lead vocals by Al Jardine.

Live versions without Al appear on 2006 (Spotify) and 2014 (Spotify, Youtube) albums Live In Concert.
I DoThe CastellsI Do single1964Youtube, SpotifyProduced by Brian, and using the original Beach Boys backing track.

Appears on the Here Today! The Songs Of Brian Wilson compilation album.
Sail On, SailorHey StevieThe World's A Better Place2002Youtube, SpotifyIndie rock cover, featuring Al.
Summer Means New Love
(as "Somewhere Quiet")
Brian WilsonNo Pier Pressure2015Youtube, SpotifyAvailable on deluxe editions of the No Pier Pressure album. Contains new lyrics by Brian and Scott Bennett, and an uncredited vocal by Al Jardine.
Surfer GirlThe Surf City AllstarsAcoustic Vibrations2009Youtube, SpotifyAcoustic cover, with Al on lead vocals

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Bruce Johnston

This doesn't include covers released as a solo record by Bruce. See here.

Song Artist Album Year Listen Notes
409The Rip ChordsHey Little Cobra And Other Hot Rod Hits1964Youtube, SpotifyProduced by Terry Melcher, co-produced by Bruce Johnston.
All Summer Long
(as "The Water Planet Suite")
The Royal Philharmonic OrchestraSymphonic Sounds: Music Of The Beach Boys1998A 23 minute long orchestral medley of "Heroes And Villains"/"Help Me, Rhonda"/"Wouldn't It Be Nice/"God Only Knows"/"Surfer Girl"/"In My Room"/"The Warmth Of The Sun"/"All Summer Long"/"You Still Believe In Me"/"Caroline, No"/"Good Vibrations".

Arranged by Bob Alcivar, produced by Bruce Johnston.
All Summer Long
(as "Overture")
The Royal Philharmonic OrchestraSymphonic Sounds: Music Of The Beach Boys1998Orchestral medley of "California Girls"/"Sloop John B."/"Surfer Girl"/"God Only Knows/"In My Room/"Don't Worry Baby"/"Please Let Me Wonder"/"Friends"/"The Warmth Of The Sun"/"All Summer Long"/"California Girls"/"Good Vibrations.

Produced by Bruce Johnston. Arranged by Bob Alcivar.
Alone On Christmas DayMike LoveReason For The Season2018Youtube, SpotifyFirst released (in a slightly different edit) as a single in 2015.
Be True To Your SchoolPapa Doo Run RunBe True To Your School single1975YoutubeRock cover, produced by Bruce. Went to number 1 in California.
Beach GirlPat BooneLittle Honda single1964YoutubeA more prominent lead vocal, and generally tighter arrangement than the Rip Chords version. Bruce is on vocals.
California GirlsMike LoveUnleash The Love2017Youtube, SpotifyStraightforward cover. Bruce reprises his response on the chorus.
California Girls
(as "Overture")
The Royal Philharmonic OrchestraSymphonic Sounds: Music Of The Beach Boys1998Orchestral medley of "California Girls"/"Sloop John B."/"Surfer Girl"/"God Only Knows/"In My Room/"Don't Worry Baby"/"Please Let Me Wonder"/"Friends"/"The Warmth Of The Sun"/"All Summer Long"/"California Girls"/"Good Vibrations.

Produced by Bruce Johnston. Arranged by Bob Alcivar.
Caroline, No
(as "The Water Planet Suite")
The Royal Philharmonic OrchestraSymphonic Sounds: Music Of The Beach Boys1998A 23 minute long orchestral medley of "Heroes And Villains"/"Help Me, Rhonda"/"Wouldn't It Be Nice/"God Only Knows"/"Surfer Girl"/"In My Room"/"The Warmth Of The Sun"/"All Summer Long"/"You Still Believe In Me"/"Caroline, No"/"Good Vibrations".

Arranged by Bob Alcivar, produced by Bruce Johnston.
Catch A Wave
(as "(Just For Fun...) All Surf!")
The Royal Philharmonic OrchestraSymphonic Sounds: Music Of The Beach Boys1998Orchestral medley of "Catch A Wave"/"Surfin' Safari"/"Surf City"/"Hawaii/"Surfin' U.S.A.".

Arranged by Bob Alcivar, produced by Bruce Johnston and Adrian Baker.
Custom MachineBruce and TerryCustom Machine single1964YoutubeStraightforward cover from this pre-Beach Boys project of Bruce's.
Darlin'Mike Love feat. AJRUnleash The Love2017Youtube, SpotifyAJR on lead vocals. Bruce appears on the backing vocals, but according to the credits, Mike isn't actually on it.
Darlin'David CassidyThe Higher They Climb - The Harder They Fall1975Youtube, SpotifyProduced by Bruce Johnston and Cassidy. Backing vocals by Flo & Eddie (of The Turtles and Mothers Of Invention), who add some dance moves to this live version on on Youtube.

Went to number 38 in Germany, number 17 in Sweden and number 16 in the UK.
Darlin'The Royal Philharmonic OrchestraSymphonic Sounds: Music Of The Beach Boys1998Orchestral backing with Matt Jardine on lead vocals, and Mike and Bruce on background vocals. Produced by Bruce.
Disney Girls (1957)
(as "Disney Girls")
The Royal Philharmonic OrchestraSymphonic Sounds: Music Of The Beach Boys1998Orchestral backing with Bruce on lead and Mike on backing vocals. Produced by Bruce.
Disney Girls (1957)Jack JonesThe Full Life1977YoutubeVocal pop cover. Produced by Bruce.
Disney Girls (1957)
(as "Disney Girls")
Papa Doo Run RunBe True To Your School single1975Solo piano cover by Bruce Johnston. Contrary to popular belief (e.g. Spotify), this is a different recording to that on Bruce's Going Public album.
This version is on the California Music & Disney Girls: RCA/Equinox Collection album.
Disney Girls (1957)
(as "Disney Girls")
Art GarfunkelBreakaway1975Youtube, SpotifyFeatures Bruce on piano, whistling and backing vocals.
Disney Girls (1957)
(as "Disney Girls")
Cass ElliotCass Elliot1972YoutubeFeatured Carl Wilson on backing vocals and Bruce Johnston on keyboards.
Disney Girls (1957)
(as "Disney Girls")
Doris DayMy Heart2011Youtube, SpotifyRecorded in the mid 1980s, produced by Bruce and Day's son Terry Melcher.
Do The Surfer Stomp
(as "The Original Surfer's Stomp")
The Hot DoggersFun Fun Fun1963Youtube, SpotifyInstrumental. Bruce was involved.
Don't Be ScaredJack JonesThe Full Life1977YoutubeProduced and backing vocals by Bruce.
Don't Worry BabyThe Everly Brothers and The Beach BoysSome Hearts...1988YoutubeThe Beach Boys contributed backing vocals. It was released as a single (in some cases with a rather odd piece of cover art), and performed "live" (quotation marks fully intended) in a medley with "Getcha Back" and the Everly's "Wake Up Little Susie" for a TV special.
Don't Worry Baby
(as "Overture")
The Royal Philharmonic OrchestraSymphonic Sounds: Music Of The Beach Boys1998Orchestral medley of "California Girls"/"Sloop John B."/"Surfer Girl"/"God Only Knows/"In My Room/"Don't Worry Baby"/"Please Let Me Wonder"/"Friends"/"The Warmth Of The Sun"/"All Summer Long"/"California Girls"/"Good Vibrations.

Produced by Bruce Johnston. Arranged by Bob Alcivar.
Don't Worry BabyCalifornia MusicDon't Worry Baby single1974YoutubeBruce takes lead and produces. This version has some new lyrics in the verses.

The first single on Bruce's Equinox label.

Was also the B-side to the "Why Do Fools Fall In Love" single, which Brian produced.
Drag City
(as "Drag City")
The Rip ChordsHey Little Cobra And Other Hot Rod Hits1964Youtube, SpotifyStraightforward cover
Endless Harmony
(as "Ten Years Of Harmony")
California MusicDon't Worry Baby single1974Produced and sung by Bruce. B-side to the first single on his Equinox label.
Friends
(as "Overture")
The Royal Philharmonic OrchestraSymphonic Sounds: Music Of The Beach Boys1998Orchestral medley of "California Girls"/"Sloop John B."/"Surfer Girl"/"God Only Knows/"In My Room/"Don't Worry Baby"/"Please Let Me Wonder"/"Friends"/"The Warmth Of The Sun"/"All Summer Long"/"California Girls"/"Good Vibrations.

Produced by Bruce Johnston. Arranged by Bob Alcivar.
Fun, Fun, FunStatus Quo with The Beach BoysDon't Stop1996Youtube, SpotifyRecorded with The Beach Boys, including a new verse sang by Mike Love. Also released as a single, and has appeared on Beach Boys compilation albums.
Fun, Fun, FunJoan Jett & The BlackheartsGood Music1986Youtube, SpotifyRock cover. Features Carl on guitar, and Al, Bruce, Mike (along with touring band members Billy Hinsche and Bobby Figueroa) on backing vocals.
Gee, But I'm LonesomeRon Holden"Love You So ..."1960Youtube, SpotifyFirst released version. Produced by Bruce. The song is sometimes co-credited to Holden.
Getcha BackMike Love feat. John StamosUnleash The Love2017Youtube, SpotifyIncludes some lyrical alterations by Mike.

Features Bruce on backing vocals.
God Only Knows
(as "Overture")
The Royal Philharmonic OrchestraSymphonic Sounds: Music Of The Beach Boys1998Orchestral medley of "California Girls"/"Sloop John B."/"Surfer Girl"/"God Only Knows/"In My Room/"Don't Worry Baby"/"Please Let Me Wonder"/"Friends"/"The Warmth Of The Sun"/"All Summer Long"/"California Girls"/"Good Vibrations.

Produced by Bruce Johnston. Arranged by Bob Alcivar.
God Only Knows
(as "The Water Planet Suite")
The Royal Philharmonic OrchestraSymphonic Sounds: Music Of The Beach Boys1998A 23 minute long orchestral medley of "Heroes And Villains"/"Help Me, Rhonda"/"Wouldn't It Be Nice/"God Only Knows"/"Surfer Girl"/"In My Room"/"The Warmth Of The Sun"/"All Summer Long"/"You Still Believe In Me"/"Caroline, No"/"Good Vibrations".

Arranged by Bob Alcivar, produced by Bruce Johnston.
God Only KnowsJack JonesThe Full Life1977Vocal pop cover. Produced and arranged by Bruce.
God Only KnowsThe Royal Philharmonic OrchestraSymphonic Sounds: Music Of The Beach Boys1998Orchestral backing with Tammy Trent on vocals. Produced by Bruce.
Good VibrationsMike LoveUnleash The Love2017Youtube, SpotifyStraightforward cover. Bruce performs backing vocals.
Good Vibrations
(as "Overture")
The Royal Philharmonic OrchestraSymphonic Sounds: Music Of The Beach Boys1998Orchestral medley of "California Girls"/"Sloop John B."/"Surfer Girl"/"God Only Knows/"In My Room/"Don't Worry Baby"/"Please Let Me Wonder"/"Friends"/"The Warmth Of The Sun"/"All Summer Long"/"California Girls"/"Good Vibrations.

Produced by Bruce Johnston. Arranged by Bob Alcivar.
Good Vibrations
(as "The Water Planet Suite")
The Royal Philharmonic OrchestraSymphonic Sounds: Music Of The Beach Boys1998A 23 minute long orchestral medley of "Heroes And Villains"/"Help Me, Rhonda"/"Wouldn't It Be Nice/"God Only Knows"/"Surfer Girl"/"In My Room"/"The Warmth Of The Sun"/"All Summer Long"/"You Still Believe In Me"/"Caroline, No"/"Good Vibrations".

Arranged by Bob Alcivar, produced by Bruce Johnston.
Hawaii
(as "(Just For Fun...) All Surf!")
The Royal Philharmonic OrchestraSymphonic Sounds: Music Of The Beach Boys1998Orchestral medley of "Catch A Wave"/"Surfin' Safari"/"Surf City"/"Hawaii/"Surfin' U.S.A.".

Arranged by Bob Alcivar, produced by Bruce Johnston and Adrian Baker.
HawaiiBruce and TerryThe Best Of Bruce & Terry1998Recorded January 17 1964.
Help Me, RhondaMike LoveUnleash The Love2017Youtube, SpotifyStraightforward cover. Bruce on backing vocals.
Help Me, Rhonda
(as "The Water Planet Suite")
The Royal Philharmonic OrchestraSymphonic Sounds: Music Of The Beach Boys1998A 23 minute long orchestral medley of "Heroes And Villains"/"Help Me, Rhonda"/"Wouldn't It Be Nice/"God Only Knows"/"Surfer Girl"/"In My Room"/"The Warmth Of The Sun"/"All Summer Long"/"You Still Believe In Me"/"Caroline, No"/"Good Vibrations".

Arranged by Bob Alcivar, produced by Bruce Johnston.
Help Me, RhondaBruce and TerryThe Best Of Bruce & Terry1998Youtube, SpotifyRecorded March 25 1965. A few days before The Beach Boys recorded their reworked single version of the song, and so this version was pulled. A few days after that Bruce joined The Beach Boys.

Appears on the Here Today! The Songs Of Brian Wilson compilation album.
Heroes And Villains
(as "The Water Planet Suite")
The Royal Philharmonic OrchestraSymphonic Sounds: Music Of The Beach Boys1998A 23 minute long orchestral medley of "Heroes And Villains"/"Help Me, Rhonda"/"Wouldn't It Be Nice/"God Only Knows"/"Surfer Girl"/"In My Room"/"The Warmth Of The Sun"/"All Summer Long"/"You Still Believe In Me"/"Caroline, No"/"Good Vibrations".

Arranged by Bob Alcivar, produced by Bruce Johnston.
I Get AroundThe CatalinasFun Fun Fun1964Youtube, SpotifyStraightfoward cover. Featured Bruce Johnston on piano.
I Write The SongsDavid CassidyThe Higher Thy Climb1975Youtube, SpotifyFirst version released as a single, this went to #11 in the UK charts. It was produced by Bruce and featured Carl on vocals.
I'm Coming HomeMel CarterI'm Coming Home single1960Released shortly after the original. Arranged by Bruce.
In My Room
(as "Overture")
The Royal Philharmonic OrchestraSymphonic Sounds: Music Of The Beach Boys1998Orchestral medley of "California Girls"/"Sloop John B."/"Surfer Girl"/"God Only Knows/"In My Room/"Don't Worry Baby"/"Please Let Me Wonder"/"Friends"/"The Warmth Of The Sun"/"All Summer Long"/"California Girls"/"Good Vibrations.

Produced by Bruce Johnston. Arranged by Bob Alcivar.
In My Room
(as "The Water Planet Suite")
The Royal Philharmonic OrchestraSymphonic Sounds: Music Of The Beach Boys1998A 23 minute long orchestral medley of "Heroes And Villains"/"Help Me, Rhonda"/"Wouldn't It Be Nice/"God Only Knows"/"Surfer Girl"/"In My Room"/"The Warmth Of The Sun"/"All Summer Long"/"You Still Believe In Me"/"Caroline, No"/"Good Vibrations".

Arranged by Bob Alcivar, produced by Bruce Johnston.
Kiss Me, BabyMike Love feat. Ambha LoveUnleash The Love2017Youtube, SpotifyRe-worked as a duet. Bruce is on backing vocals.
KokomoThe Royal Philharmonic OrchestraSymphonic Sounds: Music Of The Beach Boys1998Orchestral backing with Mike Love and Terry Melcher on lead vocals. Backing vocals and produced by Bruce.
Let's Visit Heaven Tonight
(as "Heaven Tonight")
Doris DayMy Heart2011Youtube, SpotifyPop cover. Less synths than Bruce and the Captain and Tennille's versions.
Little Deuce CoupeThe Rip ChordsHey Little Cobra And Other Hot Rod Hits1964Youtube, SpotifyTerry Melcher on lead vocals. The Rip Chords were one of Bruce Johnston's pre-Beach Boy bands.
Little HondaPat BooneLittle Honda single1964YoutubeStraightforward cover, released as a single. Features Bruce on backing vocals.
Little Saint Nick
(as "Little St. Nick")
Mike LoveReason For The Season2018Youtube, SpotifyStraight re-recording.
Please Let Me WonderThe King's SingersSpirit Voices1997Youtube, SpotifyProduced and lead vocals by Bruce, with a (new) middle-8 sung by Mike and Bruce.
Please Let Me Wonder
(as "Overture")
The Royal Philharmonic OrchestraSymphonic Sounds: Music Of The Beach Boys1998Orchestral medley of "California Girls"/"Sloop John B."/"Surfer Girl"/"God Only Knows/"In My Room/"Don't Worry Baby"/"Please Let Me Wonder"/"Friends"/"The Warmth Of The Sun"/"All Summer Long"/"California Girls"/"Good Vibrations.

Produced by Bruce Johnston. Arranged by Bob Alcivar.
Shut DownThe Rip ChordsHey Little Cobra And Other Hot Rod Hits1964Youtube, SpotifyRather straight-forward cover, features a pre-Beach Boys Bruce Johnston.
Surf CityThe Rip ChordsThree Window Coupe1964Youtube, SpotifyStraightforward cover. Bruce co-produces and is on vocals.
Surfer Girl
(as "The Water Planet Suite")
The Royal Philharmonic OrchestraSymphonic Sounds: Music Of The Beach Boys1998A 23 minute long orchestral medley of "Heroes And Villains"/"Help Me, Rhonda"/"Wouldn't It Be Nice/"God Only Knows"/"Surfer Girl"/"In My Room"/"The Warmth Of The Sun"/"All Summer Long"/"You Still Believe In Me"/"Caroline, No"/"Good Vibrations".

Arranged by Bob Alcivar, produced by Bruce Johnston.
Surfer Girl
(as "Overture")
The Royal Philharmonic OrchestraSymphonic Sounds: Music Of The Beach Boys1998Orchestral medley of "California Girls"/"Sloop John B."/"Surfer Girl"/"God Only Knows/"In My Room/"Don't Worry Baby"/"Please Let Me Wonder"/"Friends"/"The Warmth Of The Sun"/"All Summer Long"/"California Girls"/"Good Vibrations.

Produced by Bruce Johnston. Arranged by Bob Alcivar.
Surfin'The Hot DoggersSurfin' U.S.A.1963Youtube, SpotifyFeatures a pre-Beach Boys Bruce Johnston on lead vocals.
Surfin' Safari
(as "(Just For Fun...) All Surf")
The Royal Philharmonic OrchestraSymphonic Sounds: Music Of The Beach Boys1998Orchestral medley of "Catch A Wave"/"Surfin' Safari"/"Surf City"/"Hawaii/"Surfin' U.S.A.".

Arranged by Bob Alcivar, produced by Bruce Johnston and Adrian Baker.
Surfin' SafariThe Hot DoggersSurfin' U.S.A.1964Youtube, SpotifyFeatures a pre-Beach Boys Bruce Johnston on lead vocals.
Surfin' U.S.A.The Hot DoggersSurfin' U.S.A.1963Youtube, SpotifyFeatures Bruce Johnston on lead vocals.
Surfin' U.S.A.The CatalinasFun Fun Fun1964Youtube, SpotifyStraightforward cover. Featured Bruce Johnston on piano.
Surfin' U.S.A.
(as "(Just For Fun...) All Surf!")
The Royal Philharmonic OrchestraSymphonic Sounds: Music Of The Beach Boys1998Orchestral medley of "Catch A Wave"/"Surfin' Safari"/"Surf City"/"Hawaii/"Surfin' U.S.A.".

Arranged by Bob Alcivar, produced by Bruce Johnston and Adrian Baker.
The Queen
(as "Queen Of The Hot Rods")
The CatalinasFun Fun Fun1964Youtube, SpotifySounds very similar to The Rip Chords version, which is not surprising since many of the performers appear on both versions. Bruce is on piano.
The Warmth Of The SunThe Royal Philharmonic OrchestraSymphonic Sounds: Music Of The Beach Boys1998Adrian Baker on lead vocals. Produced by Bruce.
The Warmth Of The Sun
(as "Overture")
The Royal Philharmonic OrchestraSymphonic Sounds: Music Of The Beach Boys1998Orchestral medley of "California Girls"/"Sloop John B."/"Surfer Girl"/"God Only Knows/"In My Room/"Don't Worry Baby"/"Please Let Me Wonder"/"Friends"/"The Warmth Of The Sun"/"All Summer Long"/"California Girls"/"Good Vibrations.

Produced by Bruce Johnston. Arranged by Bob Alcivar.
The Warmth Of The Sun
(as "The Water Planet Suite")
The Royal Philharmonic OrchestraSymphonic Sounds: Music Of The Beach Boys1998A 23 minute long orchestral medley of "Heroes And Villains"/"Help Me, Rhonda"/"Wouldn't It Be Nice/"God Only Knows"/"Surfer Girl"/"In My Room"/"The Warmth Of The Sun"/"All Summer Long"/"You Still Believe In Me"/"Caroline, No"/"Good Vibrations".

Arranged by Bob Alcivar, produced by Bruce Johnston.
Wouldn't It Be NiceThe Royal Philharmonic OrchestraSymphonic Sounds: Music Of The Beach Boys1998Orchestral instrumental. Produced by Bruce.
Wouldn't It Be Nice
(as "The Water Planet Suite")
The Royal Philharmonic OrchestraSymphonic Sounds: Music Of The Beach Boys1998A 23 minute long orchestral medley of "Heroes And Villains"/"Help Me, Rhonda"/"Wouldn't It Be Nice/"God Only Knows"/"Surfer Girl"/"In My Room"/"The Warmth Of The Sun"/"All Summer Long"/"You Still Believe In Me"/"Caroline, No"/"Good Vibrations".

Arranged by Bob Alcivar, produced by Bruce Johnston.
You Still Believe In Me
(as "The Water Planet Suite")
The Royal Philharmonic OrchestraSymphonic Sounds: Music Of The Beach Boys1998A 23 minute long orchestral medley of "Heroes And Villains"/"Help Me, Rhonda"/"Wouldn't It Be Nice/"God Only Knows"/"Surfer Girl"/"In My Room"/"The Warmth Of The Sun"/"All Summer Long"/"You Still Believe In Me"/"Caroline, No"/"Good Vibrations".

Arranged by Bob Alcivar, produced by Bruce Johnston.

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David Marks

This doesn't include covers released as a solo record by David. See here.

Song Artist Album Year Listen Notes
Child of Winter (Christmas Song)Rachel And The Reindeerz California Feeling2011YoutubePop/Rock cover. David Marks on guitar.
Don't Worry BabyCharlotte CooperGoes Without Saying2006David Marks and Jeffrey Foskett are credited with backing vocals for the album.
Little Deuce CoupeThe Surf City AllstarsAcoustic Vibrations2009Youtube, SpotifyAcoustic cover, with David Marks on lead vocal and guitar.

A live version with David was released on 2014's Live In Concert (Spotify, Youtube).
Only With YouCharlotte CooperGoes Without Saying2006David Marks and Jeffrey Foskett are credited with backing vocals for the album.
Over My HeadCharlotte CooperGoes Without Saying2006David Marks and Jeffrey Foskett are credited with backing vocals for the album.
Surfin' SafariThe Surf City AllstarsLive In Concert2014Youtube, SpotifyLive version with David Marks.
Surfin' SafariJan & DeanJan & Dean Take Linda Surfin'1963Youtube, SpotifyFeatures The Beach Boys on the backing track and the backing vocals.

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Blondie Chaplin

This doesn't include covers released as a solo record by Blondie. See here.

Song Artist Album Year Listen Notes
Sail On, SailorRick Danko & Paul ButterfieldLive From The Blue Note, Boulder Co., 19792016Youtube, Spotify1979 live recording, featuring Blondie Chaplin reprising his lead vocal.

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Ricky Fataar

This doesn't include covers released as a solo record by Ricky. See here.

No covers found

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