I Will

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About I Will

"I Will" is a song by the English rock band the Beatles, from their 1968 double album The Beatles (also known as "the White Album"). It was written by Paul McCartney (credited to Lennon–McCartney) and features him on lead vocal, guitar, and "vocal bass".


Year:
1968
1:45
126 
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Who knows how long I've loved you
You know I love you still
Will I wait a lonely lifetime
If you want me to-- I will.

For if I ever saw you
I didn't catch your name
But it never really mattered
I will always feel the same.

Love you forever and forever
Love you with all my heart
Love you whenever we're together
Love you when we're apart.

And when at last I find you
Your song will fill the air
Sing it loud so I can hear you
Make it easy to be near you
For the things you do endear you to me
You know I will
I will.

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The Beatles

The Beatles were an English rock band formed in Liverpool in 1960. They became the most commercially successful and critically acclaimed act in the history of popular music. Their best-known lineup consisted of John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr. Rooted in skiffle and 1950s rock and roll, they later utilised several genres, ranging from pop ballads to psychedelic rock, often incorporating classical and other elements in innovative ways. In the early 1960s, their enormous popularity first emerged as "Beatlemania", but as their songwriting grew in sophistication, they came to be perceived by many fans and cultural observers as an embodiment of the ideals shared by the era's sociocultural revolutions. more »

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Written by: John Lennon, Paul McCartney

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10 facts about this song

Album Category
"I Will" is one of the songs included in The Beatles' 1968 double album, "The Beatles," also popularly known as the "White Album" due to its minimalist cover.
Songwriter Classification
The song is primarily a Paul McCartney composition, another one of his love ballads. However, like most of their songs, it was credited to the Lennon–McCartney duo.
Recording Fact
"I Will" was recorded on October 16, 1968, at EMI Studios. The Beatles took 67 takes to record this song perfectly.
Song Duration
It is one of The Beatles’ shorter tracks, running at just 1 minute and 46 seconds.
Performance Fact
In the original Beatles' recording, only Paul McCartney’s vocals are used. He also plays an acoustic guitar on the track, accompanied by Ringo Starr on percussions.
Unique Aspect
Interestingly, the percussion sound in the song is created by tapping on the back of an acoustic guitar while it was being recorded.
Song Inspiration
The song is believed to have been inspired by McCartney's then-girlfriend, Linda Eastman, whom he married in 1969.
Unreleased Track
The initial version of "I Will" included a "lost verse" that was never included in the final release. An outtake demo of this version is said to exist.
Song Cover
"I Will" has been covered by numerous artists including Art Garfunkel, Diana Ross, and Maureen McGovern, showcasing its consistent appeal over the years.
Popularity Fact
Despite being a simple and short song, "I Will" has proven to be one of the most enduring Beatles' romantic tunes and is a favorite choice for weddings.

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