Brian Wilson Quotes

I think because I felt so sad I had to bring out my feelings, and try to create music that would make me and all my friends feel better.

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• I think because I felt so sad I had to bring out my feelings, and try to create music that would make me and all my friends feel better.

  

  Brian Wilson
  • Music
  • Friends
  • Sad