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He also shared the story of the very first time he met Wilson, back in 1970.

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"I know that he would want everybody to feel happy and not sad," his daughter shared on social media.

The collaboration between Brian Wilson and Mike Love created one of the the band's best-known hits.

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"Today, one of my heroes died," he said before an acoustic rendition of the 'Pet Sounds' classic.

"He always wanted to know what they were up to and he was measuring himself in comparison to them," explained Mike Love.

The following day, he canceled all of his remaining concert dates, citing "unforeseen health reasons."

The Beach Boys legend's death at age 82 has sparked memories and tributes.

The Beach Boys leader entered conservatorship in 2024.

He estimated that he'd composed 100 songs in a "creative explosion" with the Beach Boys legend.