Good Day Sunshine
Paul McCartney
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Good day sunshine Good day sunshine Good day sunshine I need to laugh, and when the sun is out I've got something I an laugh about I feel good, in a special way I'm in love and it's a sunny day Good day sunshine Good day sunshine Good day sunshine We take a walk, the sun is shining down Burns my feet as they touch the ground Good day sunshine Good day sunshine Good day sunshine Then we lie beneath a shady tree I love her and she's loving me She feels good, she know she's looking fine I'm so proud to know that she is mine Good day sunshine Good day sunshine Good day sunshine Good day sunshine Good day sunshine Good day sunshine Good day sunshine Good day sunshine
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Written by: John Lennon, Paul McCartney
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12 facts about this song
Band Origin"Good Day Sunshine" is a song by The Beatles, a band that originated from Liverpool, England.
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Album AppearanceThe song features on the band's 1966 album, "Revolver".
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Composer Duo"Good Day Sunshine" was written by Paul McCartney and John Lennon, with McCartney being the main writer. This composition was part of the famous Lennon-McCartney songwriting partnership.
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Single StatusThe song was never released as a single in the UK or the US, but it has been included on several Beatles' compilitional albums.
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ProducerThe song was produced by the renowned music producer, George Martin. Martin is also known as "The Fifth Beatle" due to his extensive involvement on the Beatles' original albums.
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InspirationPaul McCartney stated that he wrote the song when he was feeling really good and wanted to write something that reflected his positive mood. He was also inspired by the music of The Lovin' Spoonful, a 1960s American rock band known for their 'good-time' music.
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Lyrical ContentThe lyrics of the song narrate a sunny day and the good feelings associated with falling in love.
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Beatles SoundThe song's upbeat, sunshine-pop vibe is considered emblematic of the Beatles' music style in their later years.
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Piano StylizingThe song features an upbeat piano track performed by McCartney and was heavily influenced by the Motown Sound, especially the hits produced by the legendary group, The Four Tops.
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Unique Recording Technique"Good Day Sunshine" features a unique recording technique where a short passage of one track was copied and then inserted into the song a short time later, creating a sort of echo effect.
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Pop Culture ReferenceThe song “Good Day Sunshine” was played to the crew of the Space Shuttle mission STS-135 Atlantis for the wake-up call on day 5 of their mission. It was played for astronaut Michael Fossum.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by many artists, including a classic rendition by former Velvet Underground member, Lou Reed.
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