Birthday

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About Birthday

"Birthday" is a song by the English rock band the Beatles from their 1968 double album The Beatles (also known as "the White Album"). Written by John Lennon and Paul McCartney, it is the opening track on the third side of the LP (or the second disc in CD versions of the record). Surviving Beatles Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr performed it for Starr's 70th birthday at Radio City Music Hall on 7 July 2010.


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1968
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You say it's your birthday
It's my birthday too, yeah
They say it's your birthday
We're gonna have a good time
I'm glad it's your birthday
Happy birthday to you

Yes we're going to a party party
Yes we're going to a party party
Yes we're going to a party party

I would like you to dance, birthday
Take a cha-cha-cha-chance, birthday
I would like you to dance, birthday
Dance

I would like you to dance, birthday
Take a cha-cha-cha-chance, birthday
I would like you to dance, birthday
Dance

You say it's your birthday
Well it's my birthday too, yeah
You say it's your birthday
We're gonna have a good time
I'm glad it's your birthday
Happy birthday to you

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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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14 facts about this song

Song Creation
"Birthday" is a song written by Paul McCartney and John Lennon, forming part of the iconic music group, The Beatles.
Album Inclusion
The song features on the iconic "The White Album", officially known as "The Beatles".
McCartney's Inspiration
Paul McCartney came up with the song during a group recording session. As confirmed by him, the song was made up in the studio.
Importance
Notably, "Birthday" was the first track recorded for the second disc of The White Album since the initial tracks were recorded as separate units.
Recording Session
The Beatles recorded "Birthday" on September 18, 1968, in about 20 takes and then applied the finishing touches early the following morning.
Notable Guest
During the recording of "Birthday", Yoko Ono and Pattie Boyd (then George Harrison's wife) contributed handclaps and backing vocals.
Impromptu Creation
The creation of "Birthday" was quite spontaneous. The Beatles decided to write a song for fun since they wanted to watch the late-night movie "The Girl Can't Help It".
Musical Structure
The song’s structure conveys a standard blues progression, with McCartney and Lennon's dual vocals, guitar riffs, and loud drumming by Ringo Starr.
Track Length
The total length of the birthday song is 2 minutes and 42 seconds.
Live Performances
McCartney has included "Birthday" in his live performances and it was part of his concert setlist during the 2008–09 Summer Live '09 tour.
Pop Culture Presence
"Birthday" song has been covered and performed by a wide range of artists, and has been featured in numerous films, television series, and adverts.
Cover Versions
Some well-known artists who have covered "Birthday" include Phish, Underground Sunshine, and Paul Weller.
Song Reception
Despite being one of the lesser-known songs from "The White Album", "Birthday" received postive reviews, with some critics appreciating its enthusiasm and rock-n-roll vibe.
Legacy
In 2018, "Birthday" was ranked the 22nd best Beatles' White Album song by Vulture.com.

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