Big Barn Bed

Paul McCartney & Wings, Paul McCartney

About Big Barn Bed

"Big Barn Bed" is a song by Paul McCartney and Wings from the band's 1973 album Red Rose Speedway. The songwriting credits are attributed to Paul McCartney and Linda McCartney.


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Who's that coming round that corner 
Who's that coming round that bend 
Who's that coming round that corner, will it 
Will it be my friend 

Keep on sleeping in a big barn bed 
Keep on sleeping in a big barn bed 

Who you gonna weep on? who you gonna sleep on? 
Who you gonna creep on next? 
Sleeping on a willow sleeping on a pillow 
Leaping armadillo, yes 

Keep on sleeping in a big barn bed etc. 
Will it be my friend 
Keep on sleeping in a big barn bed 

Who you gonna weep on? who you gonna sleep on? 
Who's you gonna creep on next? 
Weeping on a willow sleeping on a pillow 
leaping armadillo, yes 

Keep on sleeping in a big barn bed 
Keep on sleeping in a big barn bed etc.

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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: Linda McCartney, Paul McCartney

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10 facts about this song

Album Association
"Big Barn Bed" is the opening track on Paul McCartney and Wings' 1973 album, "Red Rose Speedway."
Single Release
The song was also part of the B-Side on the "My Love" single that was released in the US in April 1973.
Music Video
The song has an interesting music video which was filmed in early 1973. It depicts the band members miming to the song in animated sequences that humorously present them as a variety of different characters. This includes Paul McCartney as a stage manager.
Genre
"Big Barn Bed" is typically classified as a rock song, a genre typical of McCartney's work with Wings.
Band Members
At the time "Big Barn Bed" was recorded, Wings comprised of Paul and Linda McCartney, Denny Seiwell, Henry McCullough, and Denny Laine.
Live Performance
This song was performed live during the James Paul McCartney TV Special, broadcasted in 1973.
Earlier Version
"Big Barn Bed" has an earlier version that had been recorded during the RAM Sessions before it was re-recorded for "Red Rose Speedway."
Influence
The song was reportedly influenced by McCartney's time living on a farm in Scotland.
Highlights
"Big Barn Bed" is noted for its catchy guitar riff and heavy drum beat, which makes it distinctive in the Wings catalogue.
Lyrics
Just like many of McCartney's songs, the lyrics of "Big Barn Bed" are left open to interpretation, giving the song a unique charm.

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