God Only Knows is widely called one of the greatest pop songs ever written — does it hold that weight for you on a full listen?

Yes! When I was younger, I didn’t care much for the Beach Boys. I remember the moment I heard this song for the first time, and I thought, “wow, maybe I should give them another shot”. It’s the kind of song that makes you feel something, and that’s what makes it so brilliant.

I love that this one hit when you were younger. I had the same experience! It feels like one of those songs that has permanence and finds it's way to your ears when you're first discovering music. Absolutely timeless. Absolutely universal.