The Fool On The Hill (Take 4)
The Beatles · Anthology (Part 2) [1996]
The man with the foolish grin
is keeping perfectly still
But nobody wants to know him
They can see that he's just a fool
And he never gives an answer
But the fool on the hill
sees the sun going down
And the eyes in his head
See the world spinning round
Well on the way, his head in a cloud
The man of a thousand voices
is talking perfectly loud
But nobody ever hears him
Or the sound he appears to make
And he never seems to notice
But the fool on the hill
sees the sun going down
And the eyes in his head
See the world spinning round
Oh, round, round, round, round, round
And nobody seems to like him
they can tell what he wants to do
And he never shows his feelings
But the fool on the hill
sees the sun going down
And the eyes in his head
See the world spinning round
Oh, round, round, round, round, round
And he never listen to them
He knows that they're the fools
But they don't like him
The fool on the hill
sees the sun going down
And the eyes in his head
See the world spinning round
Oh, round, round, round, round, round
oh
The Fool On The Hill (Take 4)
This take of 'The Fool On The Hill' appears on The Beatles' 'Anthology (Part 2)' compilation, offering a rare glimpse into the band's studio experimentation during the mid-1960s. The song, originally recorded for the 'Magical Mystery Tour' film, features a distinctive arrangement that blends psychedelic rock elements with the group's signature harmonies. While the film version is widely known, this specific recording highlights the band's willingness to explore different sonic textures and performance nuances beyond their standard releases. It remains a significant piece of their discography, reflecting the creative energy and technical prowess of The Beatles during their final years before their breakup.