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oh my god, I've been searching 4 that kind of site 4 a long time!!! glad I found it. Do u happen to know what song did they play during the scene in the first episode of 90210 where brandon and mari-ann ride her father's bike on their date? I've loved this song for years and I am dying to know what's the song, thanx a lot! effy

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Hello Effy,

Though I only recently discovered this site myself, I must say that I've seen this question asked many times over the last few years.  It is an awesome song, and the music for Brandon and Marianne's scene keeps changing with each new release of the pilot episode.  

The song you're likely talking about is, "Clear to You", by The Innocence Mission.  This is the song which still plays as the show airs in syndication.

When the 90 minute pilot was released to VHS tape back in the early 90's, I remember checking all the end credits to find the name of the tune which, at that time, I believe was simply instrumental.  No luck.

Since then, the episode has been released to DVD as both a standalone release and as part of the Season One package.  In the later, an electronic-infused/chill-out track is used which contains the lyrics, "Come closer, closer, let me take your hand, I can feel you ... Come closer, closer, closer ..."  That's about as close as I got to finding the title.  

It is possible that the single episode DVD has yet another alternate song.  If "Clear to You" is not the song that you're looking for, let me know and I will follow up with you after checking this DVD and/or the VHS tape (which I think I still have, it's just in another location).

Otherwise, check out the 1989 self-titled album from The Innocence Mission.  So far, I've only seen it available for purchase or download via Amazon, Napster, and RealPlayer.  It's considered a very rare (though, evidently beloved) song and CD.  

Thanks for your question.

All the best,

Mel  

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Can Dylan solve quadratic equations? What makes up a "mega-burger"? If an answer exists, I probably know it. Whether your question is general, begging the context of all 10 seasons, or completely inane, feel free to drop me a line either way. I will provide episode reference numbers for each response and plan to have some fun with this. Trivia quizzes often need correction, and publications will get their plotlines/characters/relationships mixed up too. I accept dialogue/scene requests, but please limit your inquiry to 1-2 per question. I only know music from the original broadcasts/reruns, not the DVDs. Been a fan since 1990 and didn't miss a beat.

Experience

Well, I began watching "Beverly Hills, 90210" at the tender age of 9 and a half, during its original run. By 11, I was a huge fan; 13, obsessed; 14, growing bitter. I don't like S6 - S10 as much as Seasons 1 - 5. But, technically, I still watch all of them in some way. Do this for 20 years and you'll remember the darndest things.
Well, I began watching "Beverly Hills, 90210" at the tender age of 9 and a half, during its original run. By 11, I was a huge fan; 13, obsessed; 14, growing bitter. I don't like S6 - S10 as much as Seasons 1 - 5. But, technically, I still watch all of them in some way. Do this for 20 years and you'll remember the darndest things.

Education/Credentials
I'd like to say I've earned a "degree" on the life and times of the original eight, with specific concentration on Seasons 1 thru 5, any Jack McKay drama, Dylan/Kelly together or apart, and the guest stars of 1992-1994. Season 4, I think, was the best and strikingly different from any other. My only weakness might be later-season 'stand-in' characters like Matt and Noah, and the ever-changing ownerships of The AfterDark.

Education/Credentials
I'd like to say I've earned a "degree" on the life and times of the original eight, with specific concentration on Seasons 1 thru 5, any Jack McKay drama, Dylan/Kelly together or apart, and the guest stars of 1992-1994. Season 4, I think, was the best and strikingly different from any other. My only weakness might be later-season 'stand-in' characters like Matt and Noah, and the ever-changing ownerships of The AfterDark.

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