A Hard Day's Night
Beatles · Live at the BBC
And I've been working like a dog
It's been a hard day's night
I should be sleeping like a log
But when I get home to you
I find the things that you do
Will make me feel all right
You know I work all day
To get you money to buy you things
And it's worth it just to hear you say
You're gonna give me everything
So why on earth should I moan
'cause when I get you alone
You know I feel okay
When I'm home
everything seems to be all right
when I'm home
feeling you holding me tight, tight
Yeah, it's been a hard day's night
And I've been working like a dog
It's been a hard day's night
I should be sleeping like a log
But when I get home to you
I find the things that you do
Will make me feel all right, Oh!
So why on earth should I moan
'cause when I get you alone
You know I feel okay
When I'm home
Everything seems to be all right
when I'm home
feeling you holding me tight
all through the night
Yeah, it's been a hard day's night
And I've been working like a dog
It's been a hard day's night
I should be sleeping like a log
But when I get home to you
I find the things that you do
Will make me feel all right
You know I feel all right
You know I feel all right
A Hard Day's Night
Released in 1964, this track stands as a cornerstone of the Beatles' early catalog, capturing the band's signature pop-rock sound at its peak. Originally recorded during a session for the BBC, the song was later included on the compilation Live at the BBC, highlighting its enduring appeal and the group's mastery of studio production. The composition features the band's characteristic interplay of harmonies and driving rhythms, reflecting the cultural zeitgeist of the mid-1960s. As a defining piece of their discography, it remains a staple of rock history, illustrating the transition from their earlier work to the polished pop anthems that would define their legacy. The recording exemplifies the era's energy and the group's ability to craft songs that resonated globally.