Chains
The Beatles
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Chains, my baby's got me locked up in chains, And they ain't the kind, that you can see Whoa, these chains of love, Got a hold on me, yeah Chains, well I can't break away from these chains, Can't run around 'cause I'm not free Whoa, these chains of love won't let me be, yeah I want to tell you pretty baby, I think you're fine I'd like to love you, but, Darling, I'm imprisoned by these Chains, my baby's got me locked up in chains, And they ain't the kind, that you can see Whoa, it's chains of love got a hold on me, yeah Please believe me when I tell you, your lips are sweet I'd like to kiss them but I can't break away from all these Chains, my baby's got me locked up in chains, And they ain't the kind that you can see Whoa, these chains of love got a hold on me, yeah Chains, chains of love Chains of love Chains of love
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Written by: Gerry Goffin, Carole King
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5 facts about this song
The Cookies - Original CompositionThe song "Chains" was originally recorded by the American girl group The Cookies in 1962.
- The song was written by Carole King and Gerry Goffin, a prolific songwriting duo (married at the time) who wrote many hits for artists in the '60s.
- The Cookies' version of "Chains" reached the number 17 spot on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in early 1963.
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The Beatles - Cover VersionThis song was covered by The Beatles and included in their second studio album "With The Beatles," released in 1963.
- The Beatles' version of "Chains" featured George Harrison on lead vocals, marking it one of the few early Beatles songs where Harrison sang lead.
- The Beatles often covered songs from American artists early in their career as parts of their live sets and radio performances.
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Carole King - BackgroundCarole King began her career in songwriting in the '60s, primarily in partnership with her then-husband Gerry Goffin.
- While King is famous for her solo career as a singer-songwriter, it was her songwriting contributions for other artists like The Cookies that first established her in the music industry.
- Aside from writing "Chains," King and Goffin wrote several other songs for The Cookies, including "Don't Say Nothin' Bad (About My Baby)."
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Connections & InfluencesThe Beatles were known to be fans of the songwriting team of Carole King and Gerry Goffin. They also covered another Goffin-King composition, "Boys."
- Notably, King's music had a significant influence on multiple generations of songwriters and musicians across a broad range of genres.
- Despite initially being recognized mainly as a songwriter, Carole King went on to become a successful solo artist in her own right, particularly with her iconic album, "Tapestry."
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Differences Between VersionsWhile the original by The Cookies is more in the vein of classic '60s girl group pop, The Beatles added their signature rock and roll style to the tune in their version.
- The Beatles included a harmonica part played by John Lennon, added a guitar solo, and changed the key to suit Harrison's vocal range.
- Throughout the years, the song has been covered by various other artists and bands, each adding their own style and influence.
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