I Saw Her Standing There

John Lennon

About I Saw Her Standing There

"I Saw Her Standing There" is a song by the English rock band the Beatles credited to Paul McCartney and John Lennon, but written primarily by McCartney. It is the opening track on the band's 1963 debut album Please Please Me. In December 1963, Capitol Records released the song in the United States as the B-side on the label's first single by the Beatles, "I Want to Hold Your Hand". While the A-side topped the US Billboard chart for seven weeks starting 1 February 1964, "I Saw Her Standing There" entered the Billboard Hot 100 on 8 February 1964, remaining there for 11 weeks, peaking at No. 14. The song placed on the Cashbox chart for only one week at No. 100 on the same week of its Billboard debut. In 2004, "I Saw Her Standing There" was ranked No. 139 on Rolling Stone's list of the 500 Greatest Songs of All Time. 


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2001
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Well, she was just seventeen
You know what I mean
And the way she looked was way beyond compare
So how could I dance with another (ooh)
When I saw her standing there

Well she looked at me, and I, I could see
That before too long I'd fall in love with her
She wouldn't dance with another (wooh)
When I saw her standing there

Well, my heart went boom
When I crossed that room
And I held her hand in mine

Whoah, we danced through the night
And we held each other tight
And before too long I fell in love with her
Now I'll never dance with another (Whooh)
Since I saw her standing there

Well, my heart went boom
When I crossed that room
And I held her hand in mine

Whoah, we danced through the night
And we held each other tight
And before too long I fell in love with her
Now I'll never dance with another (wooh)
Since I saw her standing there

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John Lennon

John Ono Lennon MBE, born John Winston Lennon (9 October 1940 – 8 December 1980) was an English musician, singer and songwriter who rose to worldwide fame as a founder, and member of the Beatles, one of the most commercially successful and critically acclaimed acts in the history of popular music. Together with Paul McCartney, he formed one of the most celebrated songwriting partnerships of the 20th century. Lennon left the Beatles at the end of the sixties soon after meeting Yoko Ono. He formed the Plastic Ono Band and continued a succesful solo career recording until 1975, when his second child Sean Lennon was born. In 1980, with the release of the LP "Double Fantasy," Lennon was once more in the publice eye. Lennon passed away after being shot b… more »

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Written by: John Lennon, Paul McCartney

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14 facts about this song

Early Beatles Song
"I Saw Her Standing There" is one of the earliest Beatles' songs, written primarily by Paul McCartney, with the contribution of John Lennon. It was composed in 1962 when the Beatles were still largely undiscovered globally.
First Album Track
This song is the opening track on the Beatles' debut studio album "Please Please Me" released in 1963.
Original Title
The original title of the song was "Seventeen". It was later changed to "I Saw Her Standing There" during the process of recording.
Influence
The song's structure and style were influenced by Paul McCartney's interest in American rhythm and blues, particularly the work of Little Richard.
McCartney's Different Vocal Sound
"I Saw Her Standing There" showcases McCartney's ability to create different vocal sounds. Here he uses a more throaty, rock 'n' roll sound.
Live Performances
"I Saw Her Standing There" has been a popular choice for live performances throughout Paul McCartney's career, even during his post-Beatles solo career.
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by numerous artists including Elton John and Bruce Springsteen. A version recorded by Elton John features John Lennon and has been released as a single.
Release in US
In the United States, the song was first released as the B-side to the "I Want to Hold Your Hand" single.
High Ranking
"I Saw Her Standing There" is ranked number 139 on Rolling Stone magazine's list of the "500 Greatest Songs of All Time".
Memorable Intro
The count-in for the song ("One, two, three, four!") was the first one to be retained on a Beatles studio recording. This became an iconic opening not just for the track, but for the Beatles' recording career as a whole.
Lyrics Writing
The lyrics were co-written by McCartney and Lennon in a joint writing session, with McCartney focusing on the music and Lennon contributing to the lyrics.
Recording Time
The song was recorded in less than ten hours, as the Beatles had to record their debut album in a single day.
Quick Composition
The song itself was reportedly written in just one day. McCartney conceived the melody in a dream and worked with Lennon to complete the song the following day.
Grammy Hall of Fame
In 2004, "I Saw Her Standing There" was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame, honoring its historical, artistic, and cultural significance.

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