And Your Bird Can Sing
The Beatles
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You say you've got everything you want And your bird can sing But you don't get me You don't get me You say you've seen the seven wonders And you bird is green But you can't see me You can't see me When your prized possessions Start to weigh you down Look in my direction I'll be round, I'll be round When your bird is broken Will it bring you down You may be awoken I'll be round, I'll be round You tell me that you've heard every sound there is And your bird can swing But you can't hear me You can't hear me
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Written by: John Lennon, Paul McCartney
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22 facts about this song
Song Composition"And Your Bird Can Sing" was primarily written by John Lennon, with some collaboration from Paul McCartney, as part of Lennon-McCartney songwriting partnership within the Beatles.
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Album AppearanceThe song appears on the Beatles' 1966 album "Revolver," which is often considered one of their best and most influential recordings.
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InstrumentationThe song is known for its complex, twin-guitar riff played by George Harrison and Paul McCartney. The intricate interplay of both guitar parts demonstrates the band's impressive musicianship.
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Deflection of MeaningJohn Lennon has been known to deflect inquiries about the song's meaning, once saying in an interview that it was "another of my throwaways... fancy paper around an empty box."
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Alternate RecordingsAn earlier, stripped-down version of the song was recorded but not originally released. It later appeared on the "Anthology 2" collection, and features a giggling Lennon, seemingly unable to keep a straight face while singing.
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InterpretationsThe symbolism of the 'bird' in the song has been the topic of much debate among fans and scholars, with some proposing it referred to a woman, a la British slang, while others suggest it could represent possessions or status symbols.
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InfluenceThe song has been covered by several artists, including the Jam and the Flamin' Groovies, and has been pointed to as an influence on more recent bands such as the Byrds and the Smiths.
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Musical Style"And Your Bird Can Sing" is an upbeat and melodic track that exemplifies the Beatles' evolution from a pop band to a more experimental and musically complex act.
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Use in other MediaThe song was also used as the theme music for the Beatles' animated series in the late 1960s and has been featured in the Beatles-themed video game, Rock Band.
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Critical ReceptionDespite Lennon's dismissal of it, the song has often been cited by critics as a standout track on "Revolver," praised for its catchy melody and complex instrumental arrangements.
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Songwriter and Singer"And Your Bird Can Sing" is a song that was written primarily by John Lennon and performed by The Beatles. It was originally released on the 1966 album "Revolver".
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ControversyThe actual meaning behind the song lyrics have long been a source of debate. Lennon himself once described it as "another of my throwaways...fancy paper around an empty box".
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Song Title InspirationOne popular theory regarding the title implies a coded reference to the Rolling Stones, with "bird" being a British slang term for girl, suggesting the "bird" might be Mick Jagger's then-girlfriend, Marianne Faithfull.
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Musical Composition"And Your Bird Can Sing" features dual lead guitar parts which were played by George Harrison and Paul McCartney on Rickenbacker and Epiphone Casino guitars, respectively.
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Song EvolutionSeveral takes of "And Your Bird Can Sing" were recorded during the "Revolver" sessions, much of which differed in pace and structure. The final version is markedly different from the first take of the song.
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Song InterpretationsSome interpret the song as a cryptic message to Frank Sinatra, whose signature song at the time was "Stranglers In The Night", insinuating that Frank "has everything, except love."
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Broadcast (TVCartoon): An animated version of the song appeared in an episode of the Beatles’ Saturday morning cartoon series in 1966.
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John Lennon’s OpinionLennon expressed a low opinion of the song in several interviews. He told Playboy that it was “another horror” and “a song I wrote when I was definitely on pot."
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by several other bands and artists including The Jam, Elliott Smith, and Matthew Sweet.
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PopularityDespite John Lennon's perception of it, "And Your Bird Can Sing" is often listed among the greatest Beatles songs. It is particularly admired for its guitar work.
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Contribution by Beatles MembersEven though Ringo Starr doesn’t have a drum solo in the song, his punctuated playing style is considered a key factor in the song's unique sound.
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Unusual RecordingA version of the song with Beatles members giggling throughout was released in 1996 on the compilation album "Anthology 2". This confirmed speculation about a mysterious "laughing" version that fans had heard of.
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