Paley penned multiple hits for the 'SpongeBob' universe, including fan-favorite "Best Day Ever" Andy Paley, an instrumental figure in both the music of SpongeBob Squarepants and the solo career of Brian Wilson,

Andy Paley, a veteran producer and musician who worked with a wide range of artists including Brian Wilson, the Ramones, Madonna, Jonathan Richman, Elton John, Deborah Harry, NRBQ and many others, died following a brief battle with cancer,

Andy Paley, an acclaimed power-pop artist, songwriter, composer, producer, and Brian Wilson collaborator, has died at age 72.