I Will
The Beatles
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Who knows how long I've loved you You know I love you still Will I wait a lonely lifetime If you want me to-- I will. For if I ever saw you I didn't catch your name But it never really mattered I will always feel the same. Love you forever and forever Love you with all my heart Love you whenever we're together Love you when we're apart. And when at last I find you Your song will fill the air Sing it loud so I can hear you Make it easy to be near you For the things you do endear you to me You know I will I will.
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Written by: John Lennon, Paul McCartney
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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10 facts about this song
Album Category"I Will" is one of the songs included in The Beatles' 1968 double album, "The Beatles," also popularly known as the "White Album" due to its minimalist cover.
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Songwriter ClassificationThe song is primarily a Paul McCartney composition, another one of his love ballads. However, like most of their songs, it was credited to the Lennon–McCartney duo.
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Recording Fact"I Will" was recorded on October 16, 1968, at EMI Studios. The Beatles took 67 takes to record this song perfectly.
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Song DurationIt is one of The Beatles’ shorter tracks, running at just 1 minute and 46 seconds.
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Performance FactIn the original Beatles' recording, only Paul McCartney’s vocals are used. He also plays an acoustic guitar on the track, accompanied by Ringo Starr on percussions.
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Unique AspectInterestingly, the percussion sound in the song is created by tapping on the back of an acoustic guitar while it was being recorded.
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Song InspirationThe song is believed to have been inspired by McCartney's then-girlfriend, Linda Eastman, whom he married in 1969.
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Unreleased TrackThe initial version of "I Will" included a "lost verse" that was never included in the final release. An outtake demo of this version is said to exist.
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Song Cover"I Will" has been covered by numerous artists including Art Garfunkel, Diana Ross, and Maureen McGovern, showcasing its consistent appeal over the years.
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Popularity FactDespite being a simple and short song, "I Will" has proven to be one of the most enduring Beatles' romantic tunes and is a favorite choice for weddings.
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