95 Quotes by Mike Love

One of the most important lessons we can glean from the environmental movement is to 'think globally and act locally.'

Keep a cool head and a warm heart.

The Beach Boys already had about four or five albums under our belt when these newcomers, The Beatles, took the U.S. by storm in early 1964.

I've got different things going on - part spiritualist, part humanitarian, part brat.

If you look at the history of music, you have classical composers, church music, pop music, etc. Music that's existed for centuries. I think there are some songs that are close to immortal. They will last longer than we will in this lifetime.

I think my philosophy in music has been to accentuate the positive.

I cannot fire Brian Wilson from the Beach Boys. I am not his employer. I do not have such authority. And even if I did, I would never fire Brian Wilson from the Beach Boys. I love Brian Wilson. We are partners. He's my cousin by birth and my brother in music.

As you get older, you either become proactive about staying in shape and taking care of yourself, or, you know, time has its effect on you.

I learned that when you do the best job that you can do, some people will idolize you, others won't care, and some will vilify you. I believe it is important to remain humble and thankful for the blessings in our lives, for the tremendous opportunities that are a result of our musical success.