I've Just Seen a Face

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About I've Just Seen a Face

"I've Just Seen a Face" is the first fully acoustic song by the English rock band the Beatles. It was written by Paul McCartney (credited to Lennon–McCartney) and features McCartney on vocals. The song appeared on their 1965 United Kingdom album Help! and in the United States on the Capitol Records version of the Rubber Soul album. The song was recorded by the Beatles on 14 June 1965 at EMI Studios in London in the same session as "Yesterday" and "I'm Down".


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I've just seen a face,
I can't forget the time or place
Where we just met.
She's just the girl for me
And I want all the world to see
We've met, mm-mm-mm-m'mm-mm

Had it been another day
I might have looked the other way
And I'd have never been aware.
But as it is I'll dream of her
Tonight, di-di-di-di'n'di.

Falling, yes I am falling,
And she keeps calling
Me back again.

I have never known
The like of this, I've been alone
And I have missed things
And kept out of sight
But other girls were never quite
Like this, di-di-di-di'n'di.

Falling, yes I am falling,
And she keeps calling
Me back again.

Yeah!
Bup-a-lup-bup!

Falling, yes I am falling,
And she keeps calling
Me back again.

I've just seen a face,
I can't forget the time or place
Where we just met.
She's just the girl for me
And I want all the world to see
We've met, mm-mm-mm-di-di-di.

Falling, yes I am falling,
And she keeps calling
Me back again.

Falling, yes I am falling,
And she keeps calling
Me back again.

Oh, falling, yes I am falling,
And she keeps calling
Me back again.

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The Beatles

The Beatles were an English rock band formed in Liverpool in 1960. They became the most commercially successful and critically acclaimed act in the history of popular music. Their best-known lineup consisted of John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr. Rooted in skiffle and 1950s rock and roll, they later utilised several genres, ranging from pop ballads to psychedelic rock, often incorporating classical and other elements in innovative ways. In the early 1960s, their enormous popularity first emerged as "Beatlemania", but as their songwriting grew in sophistication, they came to be perceived by many fans and cultural observers as an embodiment of the ideals shared by the era's sociocultural revolutions. more »

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Written by: John Lennon, Paul McCartney

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15 facts about this song

Title Origin
The song "I've Just Seen a Face" was initially also known as "Auntie Gin's Theme,” named after Paul McCartney's aunt.
Writer & Composer
Paul McCartney was the sole writer and composer of "I've Just Seen a Face." He is credited for both the music and lyrics, signifying his versatility as an artist.
Album Release
The song was part of "The Beatles" album called "Help!". It was released in the UK on August 6, 1965.
Track Sequence
"I've Just Seen a Face" is the first song on the second side of the "Help!" album, preceding "Yesterday," one of The Beatles' most famous songs.
First Folk-Rock Song
Known for its upbeat tempo and McCartney's strong vocal performance, "I've Just Seen a Face" is considered The Beatles' first pure folk-rock song.
American Album Placement
In the American release of "Help!", the song was placed on the "Rubber Soul" album instead, marking a significant change in the track listing between the UK and the US versions.
Recording Details
The Beatles recorded "I've Just Seen a Face" in a single day on June 14, 1965, signifying their skill and efficiency in the studio.
Cover Versions
Many artists have covered "I've Just Seen a Face". Notably, it was covered by American singer and songwriter James Taylor on his debut album.
McCartney's Favorite Song
Paul McCartney has often referred to "I've Just Seen a Face" as one of his favorite songs from The Beatles' catalog.
Live Performance
McCartney included the song in his "Unplugged" performance for MTV in 1991, showcasing his enduring love for the track.
Song Attribution
While the song is credited to the Lennon-McCartney songwriting partnership, John Lennon confirmed in an interview that the song was entirely McCartney's work.
Song Theme
the song tells the story of McCartney’s infatuation with someone he has just seen, and his hope for a future relationship.
Unique Elements
The song is unique in The Beatles’ catalogue for its distinctive folk style and the absence of a bass instrument.
Go-To-Song
On occasions when The Beatles had to perform without their complete set of instruments, this was their go-to song since it could be played with only two acoustic guitars and a brush-stroked drum.
Soundtrack Appearance
The song was used in the 2007 musical film "Across The Universe," whose soundtrack was composed entirely of Beatles' hits.

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