The Beach Boys - Break Away Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who wrote the song 'Break Away' by The Beach Boys?

   'Break Away' was written by Brian Wilson and Murry Wilson. Murry was credited under the pseudonym 'Reggie Dunbar.'

2. When was 'Break Away' released as a single?

   'Break Away' was issued as a non-album single on June 16, 1969.

3. What is the B-side to 'Break Away'?

   The B-side to 'Break Away' is Dennis Wilson's song 'Celebrate the News.'

4. How did 'Break Away' perform on the charts?

   'Break Away' peaked at number 63 in the US and number 6 in the UK.

5. What is the story behind the pseudonym 'Reggie Dunbar'?

   Murry Wilson used the pseudonym 'Reggie Dunbar' as he did not want people to know he co-wrote the song with his son, Brian Wilson. Brian alternately commented that Murry was 'nutty' and 'crazy' for using a fictitious name.

6. What inspired the creation of 'Break Away'?

   Brian Wilson mentioned that Murry got the idea from watching 'The Joey Bishop Show,' where the phrase 'We're gonna break away for a minute and we'll be right back!' was used. Brian also said that the Monkees inspired him to write the song.