The lyrics of this song convey the idea that California is 'different' and 'cooler' than the rest of the US. It showcases a steady, upbeat drum tempo that creates the new average surf-rock staccato drum style. There is also an obvious influence on Chuck Berry's music, with the guitar-driven rock and roll. The melody is fairly juvenile, with repeated notes. However, there is some minimal harmonic complexity with the same progressions of early rock. The rhythm is also very similar to early rock, with a 4/4 time. Their combined baritone sound is reminiscent of the 1960s era, which matches super well with the monotonous production. 

This song represents devotion in its purest, most vulnerable form. The lyrics walk the audience through grief, the idea of losing a loved one. The rich harmonies and odd chord changes assist in this theme, as does the flowing melody. The use of inversions throughout the song was a sign of the growth in music theory since their debut album. A lot of the production was full, and very reminiscent of Pet Sounds. 

This song is loosely based on The Beach Boys' relationship with the Beatles. The lyrics walk the audience through wonder, psychedelic imagery, and positivity. Using the modular form and its continuous change, it can create a physical reaction in the audience, similar to the use of string instruments on The Beatles' albums. Furthermore, it creates an attraction for the audience when combined with sudden, dynamic shifts. It is a very intricately produced song, with multi-tracking, which was very uncommon for the time.