Who wrote the majority of The Beatles’ songs?
Who wrote the majority of The Beatles’ songs?
Answer:
John Lennon and Paul McCartney were the principal songwriters for The Beatles. Although credited together as Lennon-McCartney, each song was often predominantly written by one or the other. Their collaboration began in their teenage years and evolved into one of the most successful songwriting partnerships in music history. Through their years together, their songwriting process saw various changes. Sometimes they wrote together; other times, one would write a song and the other would make additions or adjustments.
The Beatles – Quick Facts
Famous Rooftop Concert: The Beatles’ last live performance was on the rooftop of their record label, Apple Corps, in London on January 30, 1969. This impromptu concert, which was a part of the “Let It Be” documentary, ended when the police asked them to turn the volume down. It’s an iconic moment in rock history, symbolizing the end of an era. They played a few tracks, with “Get Back” being the most memorable.
Album Cover Changes: The original cover of “Yesterday and Today” album featured The Beatles dressed as butchers, surrounded by doll parts and raw meat. Deemed too controversial, it was quickly replaced. Today, these “butcher cover” versions are rare and highly sought-after collector’s items. The decision marked one of the few instances where public feedback directly influenced the band’s presentation.
