Brian Wilson records 'Living Doll', releases it exclusively as a flexidisc single packaged with California Dream Barbie dolls. Although credited to The Beach Boys, the rest of the band does not participate. (1987)

Originally intended for Brian Wilson’s debut solo album under the title ‘Christine’, the lyrics were changed to be about Mattel’s famous doll.

With a happy album cover, the really happy sounds inside, and a happy in-store display piece, you can't miss! We're sure to sell a million units in January!

@lib_crusher Mattel's from Hawthorne, Brian went to Hawthorne High (quarterback and Captain of football team)

i own a copy of this (not the doll, just the flexidisc) and since i moved n dont have my copy of party! anymore, its probably my prized beach boys-related possession

Landy moment.

It's crazy this happened twice (kind of)