Tony Asher
Acting • Born 1939-05-02
Biography
Anthony D. Asher (born May 2, 1939) is an American songwriter and advertising copywriter who is notable for his collaborations with Brian Wilson (of the Beach Boys) and Roger Nichols in the 1960s. Asher co-wrote eight songs on the Beach Boys' 1966 album Pet Sounds, including the singles "God Only Knows", "Wouldn't It Be Nice", and "Caroline, No". According to Asher, he mainly served as a lyricist for Wilson's songs, but in some cases also contributed musical ideas. Asher also composed jingles, such as Mattel's slogan "You can tell it's Mattel—it's swell!", and contributed songs to The Partridge Family.
Filmography
7 credits
The Beach Boys: Wouldn't It Be Nice
Movie • 2005
Self
Pet Stories
Movie • 2003
Self
The Beach Boys: Endless Harmony
Movie • 2000
Self
Brian Wilson: I Just Wasn't Made for These Times
Movie • 1995
Self
Beautiful Dreamer: Brian Wilson and the Story of Smile
Movie • 2004
Self
Classic Albums: The Beach Boys - Pet Sounds
Movie • 2010
Self
Classic Albums
TV • 1997
Self - lyricist