Tony Asher
Acting
May 2, 1939 (87 years old)
London, England
7
Acting Credits
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, s...
Known For
Filmography
Classic Albums: The Beach Boys - Pet Sounds
2010
as Self
6.4
The Beach Boys: Wouldn't It Be Nice
2005
as Self
7
Beautiful Dreamer: Brian Wilson and the Story of Smile
2004
as Self
7
Pet Stories
2003
as Self
The Beach Boys: Endless Harmony
2000
as Self
6.6
Classic Albums
1997
as Self - lyricist
7.7
Brian Wilson: I Just Wasn't Made for These Times
1995
as Self
7