The Beatles’ famous and popular songs
Introducing songs by the legendary rock band, The Beatles.
When it comes to The Beatles, they’re the very definition of a rock band—an extraordinarily popular group that stands as one of the greatest in music history.
They made their record debut in 1962 and are said to have effectively disbanded in 1970, yet their popularity shows no signs of fading.
In their early years, they enjoyed idol-like fame, but they gradually elevated their musical standing and came to be highly esteemed by fellow musicians as well.
When they first visited Japan in 1966, they performed live at the Budokan.
It’s said that their show was the first rock concert ever held at that venue.
Now, please enjoy a playlist of The Beatles’ songs—timeless classics by what is no exaggeration to call the most famous rock band in the world.
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The Beatles’ classic and popular songs (121–130)
Magical Mystery TourThe Beatles
It was used in Apple’s iTunes commercial.
Speaking of Magical Mystery Tour, you could say it’s a culmination of the Beatles’ work.
In Japan, every Beatles song was a hit and has the image of being a classic, doesn’t it?
Octopus’s GardenThe Beatles
A track released in 1969 by the British rock band The Beatles.
It was written and sung by the drummer, Ringo Starr.
Inspired by a boat trip Ringo took with his family, it is considered one of The Beatles’ most child-friendly tracks.
You Know My NameThe Beatles
Released in August 1966 as their 13th double A-side single, paired with Yellow Submarine.
The song, arranged in a classical style, tells the tragic story of two fictional protagonists: Eleanor Rigby, a lonely, rootless old woman, and Father McKenzie, a solitary priest.
Alongside Yesterday, it is highly regarded as a Beatles song and has been covered by artists across all genres.
A Taste of HoneyThe Beatles
An early cover song.
In Japan, when you say “A Taste of Honey,” the film by director Tony Richardson is well-known, but this song is a number from the musical adaptation of the original work.
Unlike John, who only listened to rock, Paul—who also liked this kind of pop—takes the vocal.
The Beatles’ classic and popular songs (131–140)
Baby It’s YouThe Beatles
The early Beatles, partly due to the differing tastes of John and Paul, covered a wide variety of established songs, and this one is, surprisingly, a Burt Bacharach number.
Unusually for John—who hated lukewarm, poppy tunes—he takes the lead vocal here.
Being for the Benefit of Mr. Kite!The Beatles
On the album Sgt.
Pepper’s, there are relatively few of John’s songs, but this is one of the distinctive numbers among them.
Above all, its hallmark is the sound created by cutting the tape into pieces and splicing it back together, and it’s impressive to see producer George Martin’s skill in achieving this in an era without digital equipment or even synthesizers.
Money (That’s What I Want)The Beatles
A track from the album “With the Beatles.” Alongside songs like “Twist and Shout,” it’s a number that showcased John’s talent as a vocalist.
It was written by Berry Gordy, the founder of Motown Records, which the Beatles loved.