My Bonnie
The Beatles · Anthology (Part 1) [1995]
my Bonnie lies over the sea.
My Bonnie lies over the ocean.
Oh bring back my Bonnie to me.
My Bonnie lies over the ocean,
my Bonnie lies over the sea.
Well my Bonnie lies over the ocean.
Yeah bring back my Bonnie to me.
Yeah bring back, ah bring back,
oh bring back my Bonnie to me to me.
Oh bring back, oh bring back,
oh bring back my Bonnie to me.
Well my Bonnie lies over the ocean,
my Bonnie lies over the sea.
Yeah my Bonnie lies over the ocean.
Oh I said bring back my Bonnie to me.
Yeah bring back, ah bring back,
oh bring back my Bonnie to me to me.
Oh bring back, ah bring back,
oh bring back my Bonnie to me.
My Bonnie - The Beatles
Recorded during The Beatles' 1963 BBC television appearances, "My Bonnie" stands as a poignant example of the group's early vocal harmonies and emotional depth. The track features a distinctive arrangement that blends traditional folk structures with the band's signature pop sensibility, showcasing their ability to reinterpret classic material. Released on the "Anthology (Part 1)" compilation, this recording highlights the band's dynamic interplay and the raw energy characteristic of their mid-1960s output. As part of their broader discography, the song reflects the transitional period in their career where they balanced commercial appeal with artistic experimentation, cementing their status as pioneers of the British Invasion.