About The Song
Background
- Released: March 6, 1970 (as a single) and May 8, 1970 (as the title track of the album)
- Songwriter: Paul McCartney (credited to Lennon–McCartney)
- Genre: Rock
Lyrics and Themes
- The song offers a message of comfort and hope, encouraging the listener to “let it be” and find peace despite facing troubles.
- The lyrics are open to interpretation, but some potential themes include:
- Accepting life’s challenges
- Finding strength in faith or a higher power
- Letting go of worries and anxieties
Musical Style
- “Let It Be” features a gentle melody with prominent piano accompaniment.
- The song has a gospel influence, with backing vocals and a string section adding a sense of serenity.
- George Harrison’s lead guitar solo adds a touch of rock energy.
Context and Legacy
- “Let It Be” was released during a turbulent time for The Beatles, as the band was on the verge of breaking up.
- Despite the context, the song became a message of hope and comfort for many fans.
- It reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the US and remains one of The Beatles’ most beloved songs.
- The song has been covered by numerous artists and featured in movies and television shows.
Additional Resources:
- Listen to the song: You can find “Let It Be” by The Beatles on various music streaming services or watch music videos on YouTube: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QDYfEBY9NM4
- Read more about the song’s history: While there isn’t a dedicated Wikipedia page for the song itself, you can find information about the Let It Be album on Wikipedia: [invalid URL removed]
I hope this information is helpful! Let me know if you have any other questions about “Let It Be” or The Beatles.
Lyrics
🎵 Let’s sing along with the lyrics! 🎤
When I find myself in times of trouble, Mother Mary comes to meSpeaking words of wisdom, let it beAnd in my hour of darkness she is standing right in front of meSpeaking words of wisdom, let it be
Let it be, let it be, let it be, let it beWhisper words of wisdom, let it be
And when the broken hearted people living in the world agreeThere will be an answer, let it beFor though they may be parted, there is still a chance that they will seeThere will be an answer, let it be
Let it be, let it be, let it be, let it beThere will be an answer, let it be
Let it be, let it be, let it be, let it beWhisper words of wisdom, let it be
Let it be, let it be, let it be, let it beWhisper words of wisdom, let it be, be
And when the night is cloudy there is still a light that shines on meShinin’ until tomorrow, let it beI wake up to the sound of music, Mother Mary comes to meSpeaking words of wisdom, let it be
And let it be, let it be, let it be, let it beWhisper words of wisdom, let it be
And let it be, let it be, let it be, let it beWhisper words of wisdom, let it be