“In My Life” by The Beatles

The narrator in this song reminisces on all the events, places and people he has met and loved over the course of his life. Although he acknowledges all these past memories as good, he also recognizes that the future is going to be more beautiful.

While the singer recalls all his good memories with friends and loved ones, he stresses that none of these feelings can compare to what he has for his lover. The song ends with the singer revealing that he may not be able to let go of the past and all the people he once held dear, yet his greatest love will be for this lover whom he plans to share the rest of his life with. The lover could literally be a reference to his partner, or could be a reference to his music which has become a big part of his life.

John Lennon speaking about this song revealed that this was the first song which really consciously captured his personal life.

“In My Life” Facts

Artist(s): The Beatles
Writing: John Lennon alongside McCartney
Production: George Martin
Release: December 3rd of 1965  
Album/EP: The Beatles’ 1965’s “Rubber Soul” album

Genre(s)

• Pop rock
• Baroque pop

Artists who have covered “In My Life”

Many have covered this Beatles’ classic since its 1965 release. They include:

• George Harrison in 1965
• Bette Midler in 1992
• George Martin in 1998
• Cynthia Lennon in 2012

Was “In My Life” a single release?

No. Actually “Rubber Soul” wasn’t really supported with the release of any official single.

A Great Pop Song

This is without question one of the most critically acclaimed Beatles’ songs. For example, Rolling Stone placed it at the 23rd position on their world renowned “500 Greatest Songs of All Time” list.