Brian Wilson (2015)

What did you think the first time you heard the Barenaked Ladies song, "Brian Wilson?"

What's your favourite band?

A lot has been written about a rivalry between you and Lennon/McCartney, particularly about their desire to compete against Pet Sounds. I know it's a long time ago, but did you feel the same level of competition with the Beatles?

What's under Mike Love's baseball cap?

What does it feel like to have a number one record on the charts?

If you could give any advice to yourself at age 18, what would it be?

if I were Brian Wilson and you were me, what would you ask?

How was it filming with the cast of Full House? For some reason that's one of the only episodes I remember!

Could you tell us the name of your favorite vegatables?

Hi Mr. Wilson,

I bought my first Beach Boys album at a yard sale in the early 70s. I've been a fan since then. Do you remember the first album/record you bought?

Hi Brian, what's your biggest fear?

Love your work Brian! Do you still maintain contact with Paul McCartney? He's always listen "God only knows" among his favourites

How do you like your steak cooked? What's your favorite flavor of cake?

Who was your most memorable fan?

What is your favorite movie?

Mr Wilson, Brian, sir, or however you prefer to be called - hi! I’ve been a massive Beach Boys fan ever since I was the age of 4 (I’m 21 now). I grew up in Cornwall (UK) around the surf and as a youngster loved the obvious pop hits like Surfin’ USA, California Girls and Kokomo but since I hit my late teens and adult life where I’ve suffered with depression at times, ’Til I Die is a song that I’ve fell in love with. So I thank you dearly for writing that song.

What I wonder is what made you decide to be so open and honest within the lyrics and the way you wrote ’Til I Die?

What one thing do you most want to say to the whole world?

You had a very well publicized battle with depression for a part of your life. What do you credit with helping you break out of it and getting your drive to make all that great music back?

Many thanks for all that music, Brian.

Hi Brian, what's been your favorite part about seeing Carnie and Wendy achieve their own success in the business?

Brian, what is your favorite track from the Beatles Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band album? I mean, I realize you were in competition with the band at the time and things became very troubling around then... But it's a question I've long wondered.

Thank you, sir. You're a legend.

What does it take to keep your voice in such amazing condition after years of singing amazingly?

How did you feel about seeing John Cusack and Paul Dano portraying you on film? Is it weird to see aspects of the life that you really lived acted out by others?

What advice do you have to offer to new songwriters? And do you have a favorite Bob Dylan song?

I'm sure you still often get recognized by fans when out in public. How do you feel about fans approaching you?

You are the greatest. What musicians do you admire that have come along in the next generation? Anyone that would surprise people?

Could you describe your most vivid childhood memory? Musical or otherwise?

I'm a young songwriter and you're a huge inspiration to my songwriting. I have 2 questions:

1) When writing some of The Beach Boys songs, specifically Pet Sounds/SMiLE era, did you have a melodic structure to follow or did the songs just come to you sitting on a piano or out of nowhere?

2) Do you have a favourite key to play/sing in? Any favourite chords to play/sing with?

Any other Smile's sitting in your closet waiting to be released?

Hi Brian! What songs or albums would you recommend to someone trying to get into the Beach Boys?

50 to 100 years from now, what do you want people to take from your legacy of music?

Hi Brian,

I like The Beach Boys. 'Get Around' is my favourite and I have fond memories of an holiday on The Isle of Wight listening to it.

What's your favourite ice cream?

Hi Brian, you're the absolute best.

Question: What's one little-known fact about you or your life that you'd like people to know?

What do you miss most about the 1960's?

since this might be your last tour, will you consider coming to the UK?

Have you ever met John Lennon?

what is the greatest advice you have been given?

how did you come up with the title "do you like worms"?

On your favourite hamburger, what toppings are on it?

I really hope to see your show in Toronto, I saw your show in Ottawa 4 years ago on the George Gershwin tour and it was delightful.

Favourite place to go in London?

Hey Brian! What is your favorite song from the Love You album?

Thank you for all your music and I’m really looking forward to your new album and movie!

What makes you cringe when you hear a bad tune? Any cliche's that bug you?

What song on No Pier Pressure do you enjoy the most?

Mr. Wilson, are you a TV game show fan? Which one would you like to a contestant?

What do you consider the best songs on Dennis' solo album?

Do you have a favourite concert venue that you like performing in the most?