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 (11–20)
TaxmanThe Beatles
The only one of George’s songs to open an album, and one of the signature works of his entire career.
It’s distinctive for weaving in the name of a sitting British minister at the time, and is regarded as expressing the Beatles’ true feelings about the heavy taxes they faced.
Included on the album Revolver.
RevolverThe Beatles
The album Revolver, which revolutionized the history of pop music.
Hailed as a timeless masterpiece, it was released in August 1966 and reached number one on both the UK Albums Chart and the Billboard 200.
Defined by its psychedelic sound and innovative recording techniques, its final track in particular is an experimental piece influenced by Indian music.
With lyrics themed around Eastern philosophy and the exploration of consciousness, it presents listeners with a new worldview.
Serving as a turning point in the Beatles’ musical evolution, Revolver continues to be loved by many music fans to this day.
It’s especially recommended for a quiet night with headphones.
BirthdayThe Beatles
One of the more rock ’n’ roll-tinged numbers on the White Album.
It seems to have grown out of an impromptu jam in the studio, and its infectious groove reminds you just how incredible the Beatles were as a band.
Lead vocals are by Paul and John.
Get BackThe Beatles
This is a song by Paul, whose title reflects the desire to return to the Beatles’ roots at a time when the members were drifting apart and on the brink of breaking up.
The track itself is a straightforward rock ’n’ roll number, and unusually, John plays lead guitar.
They invited outside musician Billy Preston on electric piano, and you can hear a groovy, locked-in piano solo from him.
YesterdayThe Beatles
Among the Beatles’ songs, this is the one most frequently covered by other musicians, and it is remembered as a masterpiece of breakup songs.
The composer is Paul McCartney.
With this track, he performed vocals backed only by strings and guitar for the first time.
The flowing melodic line showcases the hallmark qualities of Paul’s work.
I Want To Hold Your HandThe Beatles
It’s an early Beatles hit composed by John.
The lyric about wanting to hold hands was considered bold and a bit embarrassing for the time, and it helped cement the Beatles’ slightly bad-boy image.
Alongside John playing guitar with a wide-legged stance, George’s lead guitar—delivering a distinctive, choppy melody—also made a significant contribution.
The Beatles’ Classic and Popular Songs (21–30)
I am the WalrusThe Beatles
A track from the album Magical Mystery Tour, it was also featured in the television film of the same name, where the members’ psychedelic outfits are particularly memorable.
The “whoo” phrase in the chorus was later imitated in disco music and became widely popular.