Oh Woman, Oh Why

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About Oh Woman, Oh Why

"Oh Woman, Oh Why" is a song written by English musician Paul McCartney, first released on the Apple Records label in February 1971 as the B-side to McCartney's debut single as a solo artist, "Another Day".


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Oh, woman, oh why, why, why, why
What have I done?
Oh, woman, oh, where, where, where, where, where
Did you get that gun?

Oh, what have I done?
What have I done?

Well, I met her at the bottom of a well
(Of a well)
Well, I told here I was tryin' to break a spell
(Break a spell)
But I can't get by, my hands are tied
Don't why I ever got her to try myself
'Cause I can't get by, my hands are tied

Oh, woman, oh, why, why, why, why
What have I done?
Oh, woman, oh, where, where, where, where, where
Did you get that gun?

Oh what have you done?
Woman what have you done?

Well, I am fed up with you lying cheating ways
(Cheating ways)
But I get up every morning and every day
(Every day)
But I can't get by , my hands are tied
Don't why I want her to try myself
'Cause I can't get by, my hands are tied

Oh, woman, oh, why, why, why, why
What have I done?
Oh, woman, oh, where, where, where, where, where
Did you get that gun?

Woman, what have I done?
What have you done?
What have I done?

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Paul McCartney

Sir James Paul McCartney MBE (born 18 June 1942) is an English musician, singer, songwriter, and composer. With John Lennon, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr, he gained worldwide fame as a member of the Beatles, and his collaboration with Lennon is one of the most celebrated songwriting partnerships of the 20th century. After the group's break-up, he pursued a solo career, later forming the band Wings with his first wife, Linda, and singer-songwriter Denny Laine. more »

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Written by: PAUL MCCARTNEY

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10 facts about this song

Song Origins
"Oh Woman, Oh Why" was released by Paul McCartney in 1971, following his departure from The Beatles.
B-Side Popularity
Initially, the song was used as the B-side of the single "Another Day," which was Paul McCartney's first solo single after The Beatles' split. Although it was a B-side, it gained significant popularity.
Genre
"Oh Woman, Oh Why" is often categorized as a bluesy rock song, and it exhibits the diverse musical abilities of Paul McCartney.
Lyrics
The song reflects the confusion and frustration within a relationship, with a repetitious call of "why, why, why, why" demonstrating the perplexed state of the protagonist.
Controversial Gunshots
The song stirred a bit of controversy due to the sound of gunshots heard in the song, a rather controversial and unusual addition for McCartney's music.
Album Inclusion
"Oh Woman, Oh Why", despite its popularity, was not included in any of McCartney's studio albums, but was included in the "Another Day/Oh Woman, Oh Why" single and later in some compilations.
Songwriting
As with most of his compositions, Paul McCartney was credited as the sole songwriter of "Oh Woman, Oh Why".
Music Video
There was no official music video made for "Oh Woman, Oh Why".
Relevance Today
"Oh Woman, Oh Why" remains a staple among Paul McCartney's vast discography and continues to be a favorite among fans.
Musical Innovation
The song is known for its production effects and innovative soundscaping. The sound of the gunshots was provided by an engineer at Abbey Road Studios, where the song was recorded. The gunshot sound effects were not included on the actual master tape, but were added later during the mixing process.

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