I'll Be on My Way

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About I'll Be on My Way

"I'll Be on My Way" is a song attributed to John Lennon and Paul McCartney, which was first released on 26 April 1963 by Billy J. Kramer with the Dakotas as the b-side of their single "Do You Want to Know a Secret", a song also attributed to Lennon–McCartney. The single reached number two in the UK charts while "From Me to You" by the Beatles was occupying the number 1 position. According to Lennon, the song was written by McCartney: "This was early Paul." However, there is good evidence that Lennon also contributed to the song. Author Todd Compton attributes it to "McCartney–Lennon." The Beatles recorded a version of the song, first released in 1994 on the Live at the BBC compilation. 


Year:
1994
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The sun is fading away
That's the end of the day
As the June light turns to moonlight
I'll be on my way

Just one kiss and I'll go
Don't hide the tears that don't show
As the June light turns to moonlight
I'll be on my way

To where the winds don't blow
And golden rivers flow
This way will I go

They were right, I was wrong
True love didn't last long
As the June light turns to moonlight
I'll be on my way, hey
To where the winds don't blow
And golden rivers flow
This way will I go

They were right, I was wrong
True love didn't last long
As the June light turns to moonlight
I'll be on my way, hey

I'll be on my way, oh, oh
I'll be on my way, oh, oh
I'll be on my way

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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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7 facts about this song

Composition and Authorship
"I'll Be On My Way" is officially credited to Lennon–McCartney, the songwriting partnership of The Beatles' members, John Lennon and Paul McCartney.
Performance and Recording
The Beatles originally recorded "I'll Be On My Way" on 4 April 1963 during a BBC session for the radio program 'Side by Side.' - Billy J. Kramer later recorded the song for his version, released on 26 April 1963. - Kramer's band, The Dakotas, accompanied him during recording sessions.
Release and Reception
The song was released as the B-side of Billy J. Kramer & The Dakotas' single, "Do You Want to Know a Secret," another song written by Lennon–McCartney. - Kramer's version peaked at number two in the UK Singles Chart.
Beatles' Performance
The Beatles never released their version of "I'll Be On My Way" as part of their official discography during their years as an active band. - Their version of the song only became available to the public in 1994 with the release of "Live at the BBC," an album featuring their BBC Radio performances.
Historical Significance
"I'll Be On My Way" is recognized as the first song by The Beatles to be aired on the BBC, marking a milestone in the band's history.
Uniqueness
Despite being recorded by such high-profile artists, "I'll Be On My Way" remains a unique song in the repertoire of both The Beatles and Billy J. Kramer since it was the only song that The Beatles gave to Kramer without recording a studio version themselves.
Production
Legendary producer George Martin was behind the production of Billy J. Kramer's version of "I'll Be On My Way." Martin, who was also responsible for producing The Beatles’ music, played a vital role in shaping the 'British Invasion' sound of the 1960s.

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