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’ famous and popular songs (51–60)
Across The UniverseThe Beatles
It’s a John song that evokes a spiritual realm, marked by whisper-like flowing vocals and dreamy lyrics.
It was originally included on a charity album, but finally saw the light as a grand ballad on the Beatles’ last album, produced by Phil Spector.
John himself liked the lyrics, later saying it was one of his favorites—so strong that they could stand on their own even without a melody.
Come and Get itThe Beatles
The version sung by Badfinger is famous as the theme song for the quirky film “The Magic Christian,” but this is a demo by its writer, Paul.
By being included in Anthology, it officially became a Beatles number.
All the instruments are played by Paul.
FlyingThe Beatles
Included on the album Magical Mystery Tour.
It stands as the only instrumental among the Beatles’ official songs.
Unusually, the composition credits list all four members—this is the only track where that’s the case.
As music for a TV film, it was created expressly as a pure piece of underscore.
Good NightThe Beatles
A track that closes out the White Album, which is full of unconventional songs.
Because of its style, it’s often thought to be Paul’s work, but it was actually penned by John.
Since the arrangement uses only strings and female chorus, none of the other members participated besides Ringo on vocals.
The Beatles’ classic and popular songs (61–70)
I Feel FineThe Beatles
It’s their eighth original single, released in November 1964.
Featuring electric guitar, it’s a striking track that uses what was traditionally considered a taboo—feedback—right in the intro.
John occasionally showcased feedback in live performances as well, and this can be confirmed at their July 1, 1966 concert at the Nippon Budokan.
Love Me DoThe Beatles
This is the Beatles’ debut single, released by Parlophone on October 5, 1962.
It is effectively a Paul McCartney composition, and he also performs the lead vocal.
During the One on One Tour in 2016, Paul performed it for the first time in 53 years, since a concert in 1963.
Paperback WriterThe Beatles
It is the 12th original single, released in May 1966.
At John Lennon’s strong request, it was the first track to be recorded using a loudspeaker, making the bass line’s low end clearly audible.
From this point until their breakup, the bass guitar became a core element of the Beatles’ sound.