Dear Prudence
The Beatles · The White Album (Remastered) [2009]
Dear Prudence, greet the brand new day
The sun is up, the sky is blue
It's beautiful and so are you
Dear Prudence won't you come out to play
Dear Prudence open up your eyes
Dear Prudence see the sunny skies
The wind is low the birds will sing
that you are part of everything
Dear Prudence won't you open up your eyes
Look around round
Look around round round
Look around
Dear Prudence let me see you smile
Dear Prudence like a little child
The clouds will be a daisy chain
So let me see you smile again
Dear Prudence won't you let me see you smile
Dear Prudence, won't you come out to play
Dear Prudence, greet the brand new day
The sun is up, the sky is blue
It's beautiful and so are you
Dear Prudence won't you come out to play
Dear Prudence
Released on The Beatles' 1968 double album, 'Dear Prudence' stands as a pivotal moment in the band's evolution, marking their shift toward experimental soundscapes and introspective lyricism. Written primarily by John Lennon, the track features a haunting, repetitive vocal melody that contrasts with the psychedelic instrumentation typical of the era. The song reflects the group's growing interest in surrealism and abstract expressionism, moving away from their earlier pop-rock formulas. Its inclusion on The White Album underscores the band's willingness to explore complex musical structures and personal themes, influencing countless artists who followed in the post-Beatles era. The recording remains a defining example of 1960s studio experimentation and a cornerstone of rock history.