Nowhere Man
The Beatles
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He's a real nowhere man Sitting in his nowhere land Making all his nowhere plans for nobody Doesn't have a point of view Knows not where he's going to Isn't he a bit like you and me? Nowhere man please listen You don't know what you're missing Nowhere man, The world is at your command He's as blind as he can be Just sees what he wants to see Nowhere man, can you see me at all Nowhere man don't worry Take your time, don't hurry Leave it all till somebody else Lends you a hand Ah, la, la, la, la Doesn't have a point of view Knows not where he's going to Isn't he a bit like you and me? Nowhere man please listen You don't know what you're missing Nowhere man, The world is at your command Ah, la, la, la, la He's a real nowhere man Sitting in his nowhere land Making all his nowhere plans for nobody Making all his nowhere plans for nobody Making all his nowhere plans for nobody
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Written by: John Lennon, Paul McCartney
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10 facts about this song
Composition and Lyrics"Nowhere Man" was primarily written by John Lennon with contributions from Paul McCartney and included in the Beatles’ album "Rubber Soul". The song was notable because it was one of the first Beatles songs that departed from their usual romantic theme and focused instead on character description.
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ProductionThe song was recorded in the October of 1965 in the Abbey Road Studios in London. The arrangement is quite typical for the Beatles with harmony vocals and a two-part guitar solo played in unison by John Lennon and George Harrison.
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Release and Reception"Nowhere Man" was released on 3rd December 1965 as part of the UK version of Rubber Soul. It was also the lead single of the US version of the album, which came out on 21st February 1966 and reached number three on the Billboard Hot 100.
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Lennon’s InspirationJohn Lennon, unable to come up with a song despite spending hours working, saw himself as a "Nowhere Man" sitting there making nowhere plans. This personal reflection inspired him to write the song, offering a glimpse into his state of mind at the time.
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Cover VersionsSeveral artists have produced their own renditions of "Nowhere Man". One of the most famous covers is by The Carpenters, who included the song in their album "Now & Then", released in 1973.
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In Popular CultureThe song appeared in the Beatles' animated movie "Yellow Submarine". In the film, the song is used to introduce the character ‘Jeremy Hillary Boob Ph.D.’, when he begins to sing it to himself, as he too, is a 'Nowhere man'.
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ReceptivityDespite its departure from the Beatles' usual romantic themes, the song was still well received. It has been praised for its harmonizing vocals, persuasive melody, and the social commentary inherent in the lyrics.
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Musical ImpactThe song marked a significant shift in the Beatles' musical approach, representing their transition from pop stars to serious musicians. It contributed to the evolution of their sound and their image, which would reach its peak with their subsequent album, "Revolver".
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Beatles’ PerformanceInterestingly, The Beatles never performed this song live at any of their concerts. However, it is still one of their top hits and much loved by fans around the world.
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Song MeaningCritics have interpreted the song as a reflection of Lennon's feelings of alienation from the Beatles’ fame. Others view it as a broader commentary on society's outsiders and lost souls. It illustrates the band's increasing willingness to engage with deeper, more philosophical themes.
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