Yakety Yak
The Beatles · Other Songs - The Beatles
Take out the papers and the trashOr you don't get no
spending cash.If you don't scrub that kitchen floorYou
ain't gonna rock and roll no more.
Yakety yak. Don't talk back.
Just finish cleanin' up your roomLet's see the dust
fly with that broom.Get all that garbage out of sightOr
you don't go out Friday night.
Yakety yak. Don't talk back.You just put on you
coat and hatAnd walk yourself to the laundromatAnd
when you finish doin' thatBring in the dog and put
out the cat.Yakety yak. Don't talk back.
Don't you give me no dirty looksYour father's hip,
he knows what cooks.Just tell your hoodlum friend outsideYou
ain't got time to take a ride.
Yakety yak. Don't talk back.
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spending cash.If you don't scrub that kitchen floorYou
ain't gonna rock and roll no more.
Yakety yak. Don't talk back.
Just finish cleanin' up your roomLet's see the dust
fly with that broom.Get all that garbage out of sightOr
you don't go out Friday night.
Yakety yak. Don't talk back.You just put on you
coat and hatAnd walk yourself to the laundromatAnd
when you finish doin' thatBring in the dog and put
out the cat.Yakety yak. Don't talk back.
Don't you give me no dirty looksYour father's hip,
he knows what cooks.Just tell your hoodlum friend outsideYou
ain't got time to take a ride.
Yakety yak. Don't talk back.
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Yakety Yak
Released in 1958, "Yakety Yak" stands as a pioneering example of The Beatles' early work, blending rock and roll with spoken-word comedy sketches. The track features a distinctive call-and-response structure between the band members, creating a dynamic and humorous atmosphere that was rare for the genre at the time. This recording showcases the group's ability to incorporate theatrical elements into their music, setting the stage for their later innovations in studio production and songwriting. As one of their first significant releases, it highlights the band's roots in Liverpool's skiffle tradition while demonstrating their evolving musical identity.