Wait
The Beatles
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It's been a long time Now I'm coming back home I've been away now Oh how I've been alone Wait 'til I come back to your side We'll forget the tears we've cried But if your heart breaks Don't wait, turn me away And if your heart's strong Hold on, I won't delay Wait 'til I come back to your side We'll forget the tears we've cried I feel as though You ought to know That I've been good As good as I can be And if you do I'll trust in you And know that you Will wait for me It's been a long time Now I'm coming back home I've been away now Oh how I've been alone Wait 'til I come back to your side We'll forget the tears we've cried I feel as though You ought to know That I've been good As good as I can be And if you do I'll trust in you And know that you Will wait for me But if your heart breaks Don't wait, turn me away And if your heart's strong Hold on, I won't delay Wait 'til I come back to your side We'll forget the tears we've cried It's been a long time Now I'm coming back home I've been away now Oh, how I've been alone
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Written by: John Lennon, Paul McCartney
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10 facts about this song
Album Origins"Wait" is a song by the Beatles from their 1965 album "Rubber Soul".
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CreationThe song was composed by members John Lennon and Paul McCartney. It was primarily written by Paul McCartney, with John Lennon contributing to the middle eight section.
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Unplanned AdditionInterestingly, "Wait" was recorded for "Help!" but was not included in it initially. However, it was later added to "Rubber Soul" because the Beatles needed an extra song.
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Recording Details"Wait" was recorded in two main recording sessions. The first on June 17, 1965, which was later discarded, and the final session which took place on November 11, 1965.
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Musical ElementsThe song features various instruments such as the tambourine, maracas, cowbell, and an electric piano.
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Rarity"Wait" remains one of the lesser-known Beatles songs, in part because it was not performed live by the band.
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MessageThe song, lyrically, expresses feelings of longing and the hope of reconnection.
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Unique Sound TechniquesThe Beatles used "Volume Pedal" guitar techniques for the first time in this song, creating a distinctive sound.
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Other VersionsAn early version of the song, from the "Help!" sessions, is included in the Beatles' "Anthology 2" compilation.
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ReceptionCritics often regard "Wait" as one of the more overlooked tracks in the Beatles' discography, though it continues to receive appreciation for its melody and production.
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