Goodbye
The Beatles
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Please don't wake me up too late Tomorrow comes and I will not be late Late today when it becomes Tomorrow I will leave and go away Goodbye, goodbye Goodbye, goodbye Goodbye, goodbye My love, goodbye Songs that linger on my lips Excite me now and linger on my mind Leave your flowers at my door I leave them for the one who waits behind Goodbye, goodbye Goodbye, goodbye Goodbye, goodbye My love, goodbye Bye, ba-da-da bye bye bye Bye bye bye bye Ba-bam-bam-bam-bam-bam Bye, ba-da-da bye bye bye Bye bye bye bye Bam-bam-bam-bam-bam-bam Goodbye, goodbye Goodbye, goodbye Goodbye, goodbye My love, goodbye Far away my lover sings A lonely song and calls me to his side Where the sound of lonely drums Invites me on, I must be by his side Goodbye, goodbye Goodbye, goodbye Goodbye, goodbye My love, goodbye Goodbye Ah, ha, ha Bye, bye
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Written by: Paul McCartney
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13 facts about this song
Song Characteristics"Goodbye" is a single composed and solo performed by Paul McCartney, but it was introduced to the public under The Beatles label.
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Song OriginThe song was written as a departure gift for Mary Hopkin, a Welsh folk singer.
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Original ProductionAlthough The Beatles never released "Goodbye" as their own, the song was recorded at a demo in 1969.
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Performance of the SongInstead of The Beatles, it was Mary Hopkin who popularized the song with her recording, which became a top 10 hit.
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Cultural ImpactThe song became a popular cover track for various artists in different languages, showcasing its widespread appeal.
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Record LabelIt was released under The Beatles' record label, Apple Records, as a demo.
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Representation of Beatles’ MusicMuch like other Beatles songs, "Goodbye" has a simple melody and profound lyrics, carrying the spirit of the late 1960s.
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Song InspirationMcCartney wrote this song inspired by Hopkin's request for a follow-up to her successful single "Those Were The Days."
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Unique FeaturesThe song doesn't follow traditional pop structure; instead, it has an intricate composition, offering unexpected tempo changes.
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CollaborationDespite being principally a McCartney composition, the song has trademark Beatles harmonies suggestive of input from other band members, demonstrating their collaborative essence.
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Release DateThe Mary Hopkin single was released on March 28, 1969, and reached number 2 in the UK Singles Chart.
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Accompanying TracksIt was released as a double A-side album with "Sparrow."
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Paul’s VoiceAlthough Paul McCartney's voice can be heard in the demo, Hopkin’s gentle, ethereal vocals are what truly made this song soar.
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