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)
Ask Me WhyThe Beatles
It’s the B-side of their second original single, “Please Please Me,” released in January 1963.
The song is primarily by John Lennon, who also handles lead vocals.
A live recording believed to have been captured on December 31, 1962, at the Star-Club in Hamburg has been issued in various forms since 1977.
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.
Eight Days A WeekThe Beatles
This is the first song in the world to introduce a fade-in where the volume gradually increases from zero in the intro.
From an intro that feels like it’s approaching from afar, John belts out a catchy melody set to the playful phrase “I want to love you eight days a week.” The handclaps sound fun, too.
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.
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!).
All Things Must PassThe Beatles
One of George’s signature songs, later included on his solo album of the same title.
The Beatles even rehearsed it, and those recordings still exist, but this solo demo version by George alone is likely the definitive take.
The simple guitar-and-vocal performance without flashy arrangements brings out its brilliance.
Baby, You’re a Rich ManThe Beatles
Included on the album “Magical Mystery Tour.” Though it was a collaboration between John and Paul, the vocals are mostly by John.
It was a very minor number as Beatles songs go, but it became somewhat better known after it was used over the ending of the film “The Social Network.”