Think For Yourself
The Beatles · Rubber Soul (Remastered) [2009]
To say about the things that you do
You're telling all those lies
About the good things that we can have
if we close our eyes
Do what you want to do
And go where you're going to
Think for yourself
'cause I won't be there with you
I left you far behind
The ruins of the life that you had in mind
And though you still can't see
I know your mind's made up
You're gonna cause more misery
Do what you want to do
And go where you're going to
Think for yourself
'cause I won't be there with you
Although your mind's opaque
Try thinking more if just for your own sake
The future still looks good
And you've got time to rectify
All the thighs that you should
Do what you want to do
And go where you're going to
Think for yourself
'cause I won't be there with you
Do what you want to do
And go where you're going to
Think for yourself
'cause I won't be there with you
Think for yourself
'cause I won't be there with you
Think For Yourself
Released on The Beatles' 1965 album Rubber Soul, 'Think For Yourself' stands as a defining track of the group's transition from pop to folk-rock. Written by Paul McCartney and George Harrison, the song features a distinctive acoustic guitar intro and a harmonica solo that became a signature of the band's evolving sound. The lyrics encourage introspection and self-reliance, reflecting the era's growing emphasis on personal growth and social consciousness. Recorded during the sessions that produced Rubber Soul, the track showcases the band's newfound sophistication and lyrical depth, cementing their status as innovators in the British Invasion. It remains a staple of their discography, celebrated for its melodic structure and the interplay between McCartney's vocals and Harrison's guitar work.