Get Back

Paul McCartney

About Get Back

"Get Back" is a song recorded by the British rock band the Beatles and written by Paul McCartney (though credited to Lennon–McCartney), originally released as a single on 11 April 1969 and credited to "The Beatles with Billy Preston". A different mix of the song later became the closing track of Let It Be (1970), which was the Beatles' last album released just after the group split. The single version was later issued on the compilation albums 1967–1970, 20 Greatest Hits, Past Masters, and 1. The single reached number one in the United Kingdom, the United States, Ireland, Canada, New Zealand, the Netherlands, Australia, France, West Germany, Mexico, Norway, Switzerland, Austria, and Belgium. It was the Beatles' only single that credited another artist at their request. "Get Back" was the Beatles' first single release in true stereo in the US. In the UK, the Beatles' singles remained monaural until the following release, "The Ballad of John and Yoko". 


Year:
1990
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Jo Jo was a man who thought he was a loner
 But he knew it couldn't last
 Jo Jo left his home in Tucson, Arizona
 for some California grass

 Get back, get back
 Get back to where you once belonged
 Get back, get back
 Get back to where you once belonged
 Get back Jo Jo

 Go home
 Get back, get back
 Back to where you once belonged
 Get back, get back
 Back to where you once belonged
 Get back Jo

 Sweet Loretta Martin thought she was a woman
 But she was another man
 All the girls around her say she's got it coming
 But she gets it while she can

 Get back, get back
 Get back to where you once belonged
 Get back, get back
 Get back to where you once belonged
 Get back Loretta

 Ah, get back
 Yeah, get back
 Get back to where you once belonged
 Yeah get back
 Get back to where you once belonged
 Get back, Ooo

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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: John Lennon, Paul McCartney

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11 facts about this song

Song Composition
"Get Back" is a song credited to "The Beatles with Billy Preston". Although the song is primarily a Beatles' composition, American musician Billy Preston was included in the credits due to his notable contribution in the song's keyboard part.
Lyrics Change
The original lyrics of "Get Back" underwent some significant changes before the final version was recorded. The initial lyrics were perceived to be loaded with racist overtones about immigrants coming to the UK, which Paul McCartney has repeatedly stated were intended to be satirical. However, they opted to revise the lyrics to be non-controversial.
Recording Sessions
The song was recorded in early 1969 during the infamous 'Get Back' sessions, initially intended for an album to be called "Get Back", but those plans were scrapped. The recorded sessions were then used for the "Let It Be" album.
Chart Success
"Get Back" became a number one hit in many countries including the UK, US, Canada, and Australia. It was the Beatles' first single release in true stereo in the US.
Rooftop Performance
This song was part of The Beatles' famous rooftop concert. It was their impromptu final public performance on the rooftop of the headquarters of the band's multimedia corporation Apple Corps in London.
Billy Preston's Credit
"Get Back" is one of the few Beatles’ songs where another musician is credited on the label. Billy Preston was credited due to his prominent electric piano part in the song. This was rare, as the usual formula for the Beatles was to only credit the four main members.
Paul McCartney on Lead
Paul McCartney performed the lead vocals and bass guitar on "Get Back". His strong and clear vocal performance is considered one of the key elements of the song's appeal.
Multiple Versions
There are several versions of "Get Back". The single version, the album version, and the version from the "Let It Be" movie all have different lyrics.
Use of Song in Film
A version of the song was also used in the closing credits of the 1970 documentary film "Let It Be".
Reunion Performance
Paul McCartney performed this song with Ringo Starr and Ronnie Wood during a charity concert in December 2018, marking it as a special reunion of surviving Beatles members.
Legacy
Over 50 years after its release, "Get Back" is still enjoyed by fans across the globe and the song continues to be covered by musicians of all genres. It is considered a classic in the Beatles' discography.

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