The Fool on the Hill

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About The Fool on the Hill

"The Fool on the Hill" is a song by the English rock band the Beatles. It was written and sung by Paul McCartney (credited to Lennon–McCartney) and recorded in 1967. It was included on the Magical Mystery Tour EP and album, and presented in the Magical Mystery Tour television film, with a promotional sequence filmed near Nice in France on 30 and 31 October 1967. The song was a top ten hit single for Sérgio Mendes & Brasil '66 in 1968.


Year:
1973
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Day after day
Alone on a hill
The man with the foolish grin
Is keeping perfectly still
But nobody wants to know him
They can see that he's just a fool
And he never gives an answer

But the fool on the hill
Sees the sun going down
And the eyes in his head
See the world spinning round

Well on the way
Head in a cloud
The man of a thousand voices
Talking perfectly loud

But nobody ever hears him
Or the sound he appears to make
And he never seems to notice

But the fool on the hill
Sees the sun going down
And the eyes in his head
See the world spinning round

And nobody seems to like him
They can tell what he wants to do
And he never shows his feelings

But the fool on the hill
Sees the sun going down
And the eyes in his head
See the world spinning round, oh oh oh, round round round round

He never listens to them
He knows that they're the fools
They don't like him

The fool on the hill
Sees the sun going down
And the eyes in his head
See the world spinning round

Oh, round round round round, oh

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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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9 facts about this song

Song Information
1. "The Fool on the Hill" is a song by the English rock band The Beatles, appearing on their 1967 album "Magical Mystery Tour."
Song Composition
2. Paul McCartney is credited as the main composer of the song, with some contribution from fellow Beatles member John Lennon. 3. McCartney first played the song on the piano for Beatles bandmate George Martin at Abbey Road Studios in London.
Song Theme
4. The song was reportedly inspired by the philosophical writings of Maharishi Mahesh Yogi. 5. McCartney has said that the song's "fool" is an enlightened being who is often deemed a fool by others because he sees things they do not.
Recording Process
6. The song was recorded across three days: 6 September 1967, 20 September 1967, and 27 September 1967. 7. McCartney played pianos and flutes in its studio recording, and Ringo Starr and producer Martin also contributed to the percussion.
Music Video
8. The music video for "The Fool on the Hill" was filmed in Nice, France, and features McCartney lip-syncing to the song while wandering aimlessly around hilly countryside, fitting the song's title.
Cover Versions
9. Several artists have covered "The Fool on the Hill", including such well-known musicians as Shirley Bassey, The Four Tops, and Sergio Mendes. 10. The song has also been covered on TV shows such as "Glee."
Recognition
11. Despite its popularity, "The Fool on the Hill" was never released as a single by The Beatles. 12. The song was positively received, with critics praising its melodic quality and lyrical depth.
Concert Performances
13. McCartney still performs "The Fool on the Hill" in concert, often accompanied by images of The Beatles. 14. It’s part of the live album “Paul is Live”, which was recorded during McCartney’s 1993 world tour.
Cultural Influence
15. The song's title has been referenced in several novels and song lyrics as a metaphor for an outsider or misunderstood genius. 16. The Beatles' home city of Liverpool named a street "Fool on the Hill" in homage to the song.

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