Help!
The Beatles · Help! (Remastered) [2009]
(Help) Not just anybody
(Help) You know I need someone
(Help)
When I was younger, so much younger than today
I never needed anybody's help in any way
But now these days are gone
I'm not so self assured
Now I find I've changed my mind
I've opened up the doors
Help me if you can, I'm feeling down
And I do appreciate you being 'round
Help me get my feet back on the ground
Won't you please, please help me
And now my life has changed in oh, so many ways
My independence seems to vanish in the haze
But every now and then I feel so insecure
I know that I just need you like
I've never done before
Help me if you can, I'm feeling down
And I do appreciate you being 'round
Help me get my feet back on the ground
Won't you please, please help me
When I was younger, so much younger than today
I never needed anybody's help in any way
But now these days are gone
I'm not so self assured
Now I find I've changed my mind
I've opened up the doors
Help me if you can, I'm feeling down
And I do appreciate you being 'round
Help me get my feet back on the ground
Won't you please, please help me, help me, help me, oooo
Help!
Released in 1963, "Help!" stands as a defining track in The Beatles' early catalog, marking their transition from skiffle-inspired pop to polished studio craftsmanship. Written primarily by John Lennon, the song's frantic tempo and repetitive chorus captured the energy of the British Invasion while establishing the band's signature vocal harmony style. Featured on the self-titled album of the same name, the recording showcases the group's rapid growth as songwriters and performers, blending rock instrumentation with orchestral arrangements that would become a hallmark of their later work. The track remains a cornerstone of rock history, influencing countless artists who followed and cementing The Beatles' status as the most significant act of the 1960s.