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 (21–30)
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.
She’s Leaving HomeThe Beatles
A baroque pop track released in 1967 by the British rock band The Beatles.
It is characterized by a sound featuring string instruments such as violins, violas, and cellos.
The track has been covered by many artists, including Harry Nilsson and the Bee Gees.
I Need YouThe Beatles
This is a song included on the Beatles’ classic album “Help!” (released in Japan as “Help! 4 Nin wa Idol”).
The lyrics express the feeling of being badly dumped but still needing you.
“I Need You” is literally the perfect title for it.
Here, There and EverywhereThe Beatles
A track included on the album Revolver, and one of Paul’s signature ballads.
He later covered it himself for a film soundtrack and often performs it on stage.
In the United States, it’s said to be frequently used as background music at weddings.
Hey BulldogThe Beatles
Included on the album Yellow Submarine.
It’s often said that all the new Beatles songs provided for this animated film were half-hearted, but this one stands out brilliantly, and it seems to have many fans.
In Japan, its riff was imitated for the theme song of the TV drama Taiyo ni Hoero! (Roar at the Sun!).
The Long And Winding RoadThe Beatles
It’s a piano ballad by Paul.
Initially, Paul wanted to release it in a simple form consisting only of a band sound, but caught up in the turmoil of the breakup, Phil Spector overdubbed female chorus and a full orchestra, and it was released with a grand sound.
There’s a story that Paul was furious about this, but regardless of the arrangement, the beautiful melody is Paul’s true forte.