Blackbird
The Beatles
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Blackbird singing in the dead of night Take these broken wings and learn to fly All your life You were only waiting for this moment to arise Blackbird singing in the dead of night Take these sunken eyes and learn to see All your life You were only waiting for this moment to be free Blackbird fly, blackbird fly Into the light of the dark black night Blackbird fly, blackbird fly Into the light of the dark black night Blackbird singing in the dead of night Take these broken wings and learn to fly All your life You were only waiting for this moment to arise You were only waiting for this moment to arise You were only waiting for this moment to arise
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Written by: John Lennon, Paul McCartney
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Tratore
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12 facts about this song
Songwriting"Blackbird" was written by Paul McCartney and credited to Lennon-McCartney, although John Lennon had no hand in writing the song.
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Album InclusionIt was included in "The Beatles (also known as the "White Album")" which was released in 1968.
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Musical ElementsMcCartney wrote it as a solo performance piece, with just him on vocals and acoustic guitar, and it's often categorized as a folk-rock song.
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InspirationPaul McCartney was inspired to write "Blackbird" after hearing a blackbird sing in Rishikesh, India, where The Beatles went on a spiritual retreat.
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Civil Rights Movement InfluenceAnother inspiration for the song was the American Civil Rights Movement. McCartney wanted to write a song that would give hope to black Americans facing racial tensions.
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Lyrics MeaningHe mentioned that the 'blackbird' in the song's title is symbolic of a black girl experiencing racial discrimination, and the 'broken wings' represent the struggles she must overcome.
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Unique RecordingDuring the recording, McCartney included the sound of an actual blackbird.
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Guitar TunningThe song features a fingerpicking guitar technique that McCartney learned from folk musician Donovan.
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Popularity"Blackbird" remains one of McCartney's favorite Beatles songs, and he often includes it in his live performances.
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CoversIt has been covered by many artists since its initial release, including Dave Grohl, Sarah McLachlan, and Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young.
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McCartney's Personal FavoritePaul McCartney has cited "Blackbird" as one of his personal favorite Beatles songs that he has composed.
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LegacyThis song represents a key moment in The Beatles' evolution from a pop band to more experimental, and diverse musicians.
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