No Reply
The Beatles
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This happened once before, When I came to your door, No reply. They said it wasn't you, But I saw you peep through your window, I saw the light, I saw the light, I know that you saw me, 'Cause I looked up to see your face. I tried to telephone, They said you were not home, That's a lie, 'Cause I know where you've been, I saw you walk in your door, I nearly died, I nearly died, 'Cause you walked hand in hand With another man in my place. If I were you I'd realize that I Love you more than any other guy, And I'll forgive the lies that I Heard before when you gave me no reply. I've tried to telephone, They said you were not home, That's a lie, 'Cause I know where you've been, I saw you walk in your door, I nearly died, I nearly died, 'Cause you walked hand in hand With another man in my place. No reply, no reply.
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Written by: John Lennon, Paul Mccartney
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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10 facts about this song
Song Composition"No Reply" is a song by the English rock band The Beatles. The main writer of this track was John Lennon, while it was credited to Lennon-McCartney, consistent with their agreement.
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Album HistoryIt was the opening track on their 1964 UK album, "Beatles for Sale".
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Lyrics InspirationThe lyrics were reportedly inspired by "Silhouettes," a song by The Rays, an American doo-wop group, which also talks about a man knocking on his girlfriend's door and receiving no reply.
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First VersionThe first version of "No Reply," recorded in June 1964, was slower and softer than the final version. The Beatles then re-recorded it in a faster, harder-edged style in September 1964.
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Unique Introduction"No Reply" is one the few Beatles' songs that start with a chorus rather than a verse.
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InfluenceThe song has been lauded for its influence on the power pop genre, due to its blend of catchy melody and strong rock 'n' roll rhythm.
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Notable CoversThe song has been covered by several artists. Notable versions include those by Billy J. Kramer and The Dakotas, which was produced by Beatles' producer George Martin, and a version by the post-punk band Buzzcocks.
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Interpretation"No Reply" is often interpreted as a song about a man who goes to his girlfriend's house and becomes suspicious of her infidelity when she doesn't answer the door.
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Live PerformanceThe song was part of the Beatles' performance repertoire during their final UK tour in 1965, but was dropped when they toured the US later that year.
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George Harrison's InputWhile John Lennon and Paul McCartney were the primary songwriters, George Harrison was known to contribute. He had input on the bridge section of "No Reply," which has a different musical feel than the rest of the song.
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