"Caroline No" was Brian Wilson's first solo single, released on Capitol records on March 7, 1966. Brian is the only Beach Boy to appear on the record, and the famous LA "Wrecking Crew" of session musicians provide the instruments. Although released as a solo on 45rpm, it was included on the Pet Sounds album and has since appeared several times on compilation Beach Boys' albums. Although the song reached the top 40, it never cracked the top ten which was a big disappointment to Brian. He has called "Caroline No" the prettiest song he ever recorded... and I have to agree!
