Strawberry Fields Forever (Take 1)

The Beatles · Anthology (Part 2) [1996]

Let me take you down

cause I'm going to strawberry fields

Nothing is real

and nothing to get hung about

Strawberry fields forever



Living is easy with eyes closed

Misunderstanding all you see

It's getting hard to be someone

but it all works out

It doesn't matter much to me



Let me take you down

cause I'm going to strawberry fields

Nothing is real

and nothing to get hung about

Strawberry fields forever



No one I think is in my tree

I mean it must be high or low

That is you can't, you know, tune in

but it's all right

That is I think it's not too bad



Let me take you down

cause I'm going to strawberry fields

Nothing is real

and nothing to get hung about

Strawberry fields forever



Always know sometimes think it's me

But you know I know when it's a dream

I think I know I mean, ah yes

but it's all wrong

that is I think I disagree



Let me take you down

cause I'm going to strawberry fields

Nothing is real

and nothing to get hung about

Strawberry fields forever

Strawberry fields forever

strawberry fields forever

Strawberry Fields Forever (Take 1)

This recording represents a pivotal moment in The Beatles' evolution, showcasing their transition from traditional pop structures to psychedelic experimentation. Released as part of the Anthology series, the track highlights George Harrison's distinctive vocal delivery and the band's innovative use of studio techniques that defined the late 1960s. The song's enduring legacy lies in its exploration of themes like memory and longing, delivered with a sound that remains influential across generations of musicians. It stands as a testament to the group's artistic courage and their ability to push musical boundaries while maintaining emotional resonance.