Mean Mr. Mustard
The Beatles · Abbey Road (Remastered) [2009]
Shaves in the dark trying to save paper
Sleeps in a hole in the road
Saving up to buy some clothes
Keeps a ten-bob note up his nose
Such a mean old man
Such a mean old man
His sister Pam works in a shop
She never stops, she's a go-getter
Takes him out to look at the queen
Only place that he's ever been
Always shouts out something obscene
Such a dirty old man
Dirty old man
Mean Mr. Mustard
As the final track on The Beatles' Abbey Road, 'Mean Mr. Mustard' serves as a satirical interlude that captures the band's unique blend of pop sensibility and social commentary. The song features a distinctive, repetitive melody and lyrics that mock the pretentiousness of the upper class, reflecting the group's willingness to tackle contemporary issues with humor. Recorded in 1969, it stands as a testament to the band's ability to craft memorable hooks while delivering a sharp critique of societal norms. Its inclusion on the iconic album cements its place in rock history as a defining moment of the late 1960s, showcasing The Beatles' evolution into a more experimental and self-aware artistic force.