Top 10 Best Songs by the Iconic Beatles Band

I Want To Hold Your Hand was the first song by a band to top the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Within just 10 days, over a million copies of the song were sold, making it the Beatles' first global best-selling single and kicking off the Beatlemania phenomenon. Released in 1963, it was also the first song recorded using four-track technology. In only five weeks after its release, I Want To Hold Your Hand sold over a million copies and topped the UK Singles Chart. The track is featured in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's list of 500 songs that changed the history of rock music, and TIME magazine included it in their ALL-TIME 100 songs list.

The song gained an immense following worldwide, sparking the 'Beatlemania' craze. Cynthia Lowery of the Associated Press expressed concern over the phenomenon: “Even in heaven, they've heard enough about them. It’s almost unbearable when the weather report or even the news starts playing 'I Want to Hold Your Hand.'

This timeless song, written by McCartney, is officially credited as a McCartney-Lennon creation. The inspiration came to Paul in a dream after a stressful period in his life, where he met his late mother, Mary, who gave him the advice, 'It will be all right, just let it be.' This moment sparked the creation of one of the most iconic songs, which is often considered a hymn of peace.

Sadly, just a month after the release of the single, McCartney announced the band's breakup. Let It Be holds the number one spot in The Fans' Top 10 from the book The 100 Best Beatles Songs: An Informed Fan's Guide by Stephen J. Spignesi and Michael Lewis.

If you're feeling defeated by life's challenges, Let It Be serves as the perfect remedy. The song is a reminder that 'life goes on.' Sometimes, what lies ahead is already written, and setbacks or failures are part of the journey. It’s not about giving up, but about learning to accept. Eventually, the dark times will pass, and better days will come.

'And when the night is cloudy,
There is still a light that shines on me,
Shine on until tomorrow, let it be.'

Yesterday holds the record for the most covered song, with around 2,200 different versions by various artists. While credited to McCartney and Lennon, it was entirely written by Paul McCartney. The melody came to Paul in a dream, and he instinctively rushed to the piano to hum it. By May 1965, Paul had fully completed the song in Lisbon.

Yesterday is often praised for its beautiful melody and lyrics, though it lacks a specific meaning. John Lennon, the leader of The Beatles, remarked that it had no clear message. Nevertheless, it is undeniable that Yesterday is one of the most influential songs in music history, with royalties exceeding 19 million pounds.

While the song may not have a direct message, the lyrics convey a sense of nostalgia. Yesterday seems so peaceful and carefree, without worries, but now life is filled with challenges. Time moves forward, and we can never return to those days.

Released in 1965 as part of the album Rubber Soul, In My Life was primarily written by John Lennon, with Paul McCartney contributing to the final section. Both of these legends considered it one of the best Beatles songs. The track ranked 23rd in Rolling Stone's list of the 500 greatest songs of all time and 5th in their list of the top 100 Beatles songs.

The song carries a deep emotional weight from John Lennon, expressing his feelings about love, places, and memories. Lennon even referred to it as his 'first true composition.'

Listening to this song, one is immersed in a flood of nostalgia, love, and a sense of bittersweet regret for the past. It urges reflection on the moments and memories that have shaped us, making us appreciate the value of time.

Something was written by the band's guitarist, George Harrison, and was featured on the 1969 album Abbey Road. The song became the second most covered track after Yesterday, with famous artists like Frank Sinatra, James Brown, Elvis Presley, and Eric Clapton creating their own versions. Even John Lennon considered Something to be the best song on the Abbey Road album.

At first, George didn’t think much of the song he wrote, but the iconic songwriting duo of Paul and John from The Beatles greatly appreciated it. Paul even called it George's best composition to date. BBC ranked Something at number 64 on their list of the greatest songs of all time. In 2010, Rolling Stone placed it 6th in their list of the best Beatles songs.

Though George Harrison has passed, Something continues to resonate with music lovers worldwide, particularly fans of The Beatles.

"Somewhere in her smile she knows "In her smile, she knows
That I don't need no other lover That I need no one else
Something in her style that shows me Something in her style shows me
I don't want to leave her now" I don’t want to leave her now"

Come Together is a song by John Lennon, though it is credited as a Lennon-McCartney composition. This track opens the iconic album Abbey Road, released in 1969.

Originally, the song was written by John Lennon to support Timothy Leary's campaign for governor of California against Ronald Reagan. The single was released in October 1969 in the U.S. and remained on the Billboard Hot 100 for 16 weeks, eventually reaching number one. In the UK, it didn't fare as well, peaking at number four. Rolling Stone ranked it 202nd among the greatest songs of all time, and 9th in their list of the best Beatles songs.

To this day, Come Together is often heard in global music competitions like The Voice and Got Talent.

While My Guitar Gently Weeps is ranked 135th on Rolling Stone's list of the greatest songs of all time and 7th among The Beatles' best tracks. Written by George Harrison, the song was inspired by the famous novel I Ching. The track is particularly memorable for the lead guitar played by Eric Clapton.

Although George Harrison never fully revealed the hidden meanings behind While My Guitar Gently Weeps, he wanted listeners to interpret it in their own way, encouraging them to immerse themselves in his creation. This song confirmed that The Beatles were not just the products of John Lennon and Paul McCartney, but also of George Harrison's heartfelt lyrics and the soulful, anguished guitar work that defined his style.

Hey Jude was released in 1968 and written by Paul McCartney. Initially titled "Hey Jules," the song was written to comfort John Lennon's son, Julian, during his parents' divorce.

Over time, Hey Jude became a timeless anthem celebrating life, resilience, and overcoming adversity. The song encourages us to embrace every moment, act when opportunities arise, and take charge of our own lives instead of waiting for others to make a move.

"So let it out and let it in, hey Jude, begin,
You're waiting for someone to perform with.
And don't you know that it's just you, hey Jude, you'll do,
The movement you need is on your shoulder."

Simple yet profound, Hey Jude has inspired countless listeners to find strength and optimism even in difficult times. The song was honored with the prestigious Grammy Hall of Fame Award and has sold over 8 million copies, securing its place as one of the greatest songs of all time.

A Day In The Life được coi là tuyệt tác của sự kết hợp Paul-John. Đây là ca khúc cuối cùng trong album nổi tiếng Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band phát hành năm 1967 và được coi là siêu phẩm trong album này. Đó là thành tựu của một cấu trúc hòa thanh phức tạp, câu từ siêu thực và những cải tiến vượt bậc về kỹ thuật thu âm.

Trong nhiều bảng xếp hạng, ca khúc này thậm chí được xếp hạng 1 những ca khúc hay nhất mọi thời đại của The Beatles. Quá trình thu âm ca khúc diễn ra trong vòng 34 giờ đồng hồ với sự hợp tác của The Beatles và hơn 40 cộng tác viên là các thành viên của dàn nhạc Hoàng gia và dàn nhạc thành phố London.

Một cách tình cờ, John Lennon đã ngồi bên chiếc đàn Piano, vớ lấy một tờ báo và ngân nga một câu mào "I read the news today oh, boy" khơi cảm hứng cho người bạn Paul McCartney cùng sáng tạo nên tác phẩm này. Paul Grushkin, viết trong cuốn sách Rockin' Down the Highway: The Cars and People That Made Rock Roll, đã miêu tả ca khúc như "một tác phẩm giàu tham vọng nhất, ảnh hưởng nhất, cải tiến nhất của lịch sử âm nhạc đương đại".

Ngày 18 tháng 6 năm 2010, bản viết tay ca khúc này của John Lennon đã được bán đấu giá với giá 1,2 triệu đô-la. Nhận xét trên thetoptens.com cho rằng "đây là tuyệt tác sẽ không thể được tạo ra một lần nữa".

Strawberry Fields Forever, released in 1967, was written by John Lennon, although it was still credited to the Lennon-McCartney duo. While it never topped the charts, it received high praise from critics and was ranked in Rolling Stone magazine's top 3 greatest rock songs of all time. The song encapsulates a blend of emotions, mixing both sorrow and joy, and is a nostalgic reflection of John Lennon's childhood in Liverpool. Lennon himself described the song as a "psychological analysis through music".

Listeners experiencing the track for the first time were struck by its unique sound, as it departed from anything they had heard before. It transports the listener into a fantastical, almost magical world, offering a sense of liberation for music lovers. The song is appreciated for its beautiful lyrics and melody, which captivate and mesmerize its audience.