Let It Be
The Beatles
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When I find myself in times of trouble Mother Mary comes to me Speaking words of wisdom, let it be. And in my hour of darkness She is standing right in front of me Speaking words of wisdom, let it be. Let it be, let it be. Let it be, let it be Whisper words of wisdom, let it be. And when the broken hearted people Living in the world agree, There will be an answer, let it be. For though they may be parted there is Still a chance that they will see There will be an answer, let it be. Let it be, let it be. Yeah There will be an answer, let it be. And when the night is cloudy, There is still a light that shines on me, Shine on until tomorrow, let it be. I wake up to the sound of music Mother Mary comes to me Speaking words of wisdom, let it be. Let it be, let it be. There will be an answer, let it be. Let it be, let it be, Whisper words of wisdom, let it be.
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Written by: John Lennon, Paul McCartney
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12 facts about this song
Song Creation"Let It Be" was written by Paul McCartney of The Beatles. He has stated that the inspiration for the song came to him in a dream about his mother, Mary, who passed away when he was just 14.
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GenreThe song is classified under the genres of pop and rock.
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Album Details"Let It Be" is the title track of The Beatles' album with the same name, which was their 12th and final studio album.
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Release DateReleased as a single in March 1970 in the UK, it reached the top spot on the "Record Retailer" chart.
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Recording SessionsThe song was recorded during The Beatles' "Get Back" sessions in 1969, which were notable for being fraught with tension among the band members.
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Critic Reception"Let It Be" received positive reviews from critics and is often listed as one of The Beatles' greatest songs.
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Noteworthy InstrumentationAmid the rock rhythm, the sound of the song is notable for the distinctive use of a piano, an electric piano, and a striking guitar solo.
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ChartsIt reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States, giving The Beatles their seventh consecutive year scoring at least one No.1 song.
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Grammy AwardsIn 1971, the song won the Grammy Award for Best Original Score Written for a Motion Picture.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by a variety of artists across multiple genres, including Joan Baez, Aretha Franklin, and even the cast of the television show "Glee."
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LegacyToday, the song is recognized not only as a cornerstone of The Beatles' legacy but also as a powerful song of comfort and reassurance in times of trouble.
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Notable PerformancesPaul McCartney has often sung "Let It Be" during his live performances, serving as a somber and sentimental moment in his sets.
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