The Continuing Story Of Bungalow Bill
The Beatles · The White Album (Remastered) [2009]
What did you kill, Bungalow Bill
Hey Bungalow Bill
What did you kill, Bungalow Bill
He went out tiger hunting with his elephant and gun
In case of accidents he always took his mom
He's the all American bullet-headed Saxon mother's son
All the children sing
Hey, Bungalow Bill
What did you kill, Bungalow Bill
Hey Bungalow Bill
What did you kill, Bungalow Bill
Deep in the jungle where the mighty tiger lies
Bill and his elephants were taken by surprise
So Captain Marval zapped him right between the eyes
All the children sing
Hey, Bungalow Bill
What did you kill, Bungalow Bill
Hey Bungalow Bill
What did you kill, Bungalow Bill
The children asked him if to kill was not a sin
Not when he looked so fierce his mommy butted in
If looks could kill it would have been us instead of him
All the children sing
Hey, Bungalow Bill
What did you kill, Bungalow Bill
Hey Bungalow Bill
What did you kill, Bungalow Bill
Hey, Bungalow Bill
What did you kill, Bungalow Bill
Hey Bungalow Bill
What did you kill, Bungalow Bill
Hey, Bungalow Bill
What did you kill, Bungalow Bill
Hey Bungalow Bill
What did you kill, Bungalow Bill
Hey, Bungalow Bill
What did you kill, Bungalow Bill
Hey Bungalow Bill
What did you kill, Bungalow Bill
The Continuing Story Of Bungalow Bill
The Continuing Story Of Bungalow Bill stands as a satirical highlight from The Beatles' 1968 double album, The White Album. Written by John Lennon, the track offers a humorous narrative about a wealthy American tourist who travels to India seeking adventure but finds only superficial experiences. Musically, the song is notable for its distinctive, repetitive piano riff that drives the composition forward, contrasting with the band's more introspective work from the same era. The recording features a playful, almost vaudevillian tone, with Lennon's vocal delivery shifting to mimic the character's arrogance. As part of a prolific period for the group, the song exemplifies their willingness to experiment with storytelling and genre-blending, moving beyond standard pop structures to create a vivid, character-driven piece that remains a fan favorite for its wit and musical energy.