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 (71–80)
You’ve Got to Hide Your Love AwayThe Beatles
It’s well known that John was influenced by Bob Dylan for a time (especially in terms of lyric writing), and this number makes it particularly clear—it even sounds like a parody of a Dylan song.
It’s a track from the album “Beatles for Sale.”
You’ve Got To Hide Your LoveThe Beatles
A song written by John Lennon.
It is included on the 1965 album Help!.
The flute part was performed by a session musician, making it the first Beatles recording to feature an outside musician.
Lucy In The Sky With DiamondsThe Beatles
Even the Beatles—the greatest band of the 20th century and a legendary foursome in music history—naturally have songs in triple meter.
Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds, featured on the 1967 album Sgt.
Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band, is one such track.
Led by John Lennon, this psychedelic number was reportedly inspired by a drawing by his son, Julian Lennon.
The song’s most distinctive feature is its structure, which combines 3/4 and 4/4 time.
If you’re interested in triple meter, give it a listen—you’ll clearly hear the difference between the two rhythms.
The Beatles’ classic and popular songs (81–90)
Everybody’s Trying To Be My BabyThe Beatles
In 1964, The Beatles released the rockabilly-tinged album “Beatles for Sale,” and this is one of the tracks from it.
They deliver passionate covers of Chuck Berry and Buddy Holly, but this song sung by George Harrison is especially recommended.
The original was released by Carl Perkins in 1958.
Helter SkelterThe Beatles
This is a Beatles song included on the ambitious double album The Beatles, released in 1968 and commonly known as the White Album.
Often cited as a prototype of hard rock, it was written by Paul McCartney, who has said he had The Who in mind when composing it.
Its dynamic, heavy guitar sound greatly influenced later bands and has been especially popular among heavy metal groups, who frequently cover it.
Among the Beatles’ catalog, it stands out as an exceptionally intense rock track and can be considered a groundbreaking classic.
It’s unfortunate—for the band as well—that the Charles Manson incident saddled it with a negative image.
Martha My DearThe Beatles
The Beatles’ “Martha My Dear” is a song that Paul McCartney wrote about his feelings when he got his first pet, an Old English Sheepdog named Martha.
No matter how mischievous she was or what she did, he just found her irresistibly adorable.
The lyrics convey the affection of a devoted owner, paired with a beautiful, quintessentially Beatles melody—both major charms of the song.
Although it was cut from the 2009 remastered version, the piano played by Paul, who is said to have taught himself the instrument, is another wonderful highlight—so be sure to compare the versions and give it a listen!
Real LoveThe Beatles
It’s the final single released in 1996, after the Beatles’ breakup and John’s death.
Using a demo tape of a song by John Lennon that Yoko Ono had kept, the other members added their touches to complete the track, resulting in a characteristically John-like, simple and beautiful love song.