After nearly six decades, the true story behind the Beach Boys’ classic “Sloop John B” is finally coming to light, intriguing fans old and new. Despite its enduring popularity since 1961, the song’s meaning has remained a mystery—until now.

Stan Love, a former NBA player and the father of Miami Heat star Kevin Love, has died at the age of 76. Brother to Mike Love of the Beach Boys, Stan’s life uniquely connected the worlds of professional basketball and iconic music.