Because
Lennon/McCartney

 

Lyrics:
Ah, because the world is round
it turns me on
Because the world is round

Ah, because the wind is high
it blows my mind
Because the wind is high

Ah, love is old, love is new
Love is all, love is you

Because the sky is blue
it makes me cry
Because the sky is blue

Ah, ah, ah, ah
Availability:
Abbey Road
Anthology 3
 

Lead Singer: John/Paul/George

Recording: 8/1/69, 8/4/69, 8/5/69
Mixing: 8/12/69
Length: 2:45
Take: 16

What Goes On? Anomalies

None
 

Notes:

While relaxing at home, John heard Yoko play the first movement to Beethoven's Piano Sonata No 14 in C Sharp Minor (Moonlight Sonata). Intrigued, he asked her to play the same chords in reverse order. She did, and this was the inspiration for "Because." Although simple, its lyrics are beautiful, and the three-part harmonies of John, Paul, and George are among their best.

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