Hey Jude
Judy Collins · Other Songs - Judy Collins
Take a sad song and make it better
Remember to let her into your heart
Then you can start to make it better
Hey Jude, don't be afraid
You were made to go out and get her
The minute you let her under your skin
Then you begin to make it better
And anytime you feel the pain, hey Jude, refrain
Don't carry the world upon your shoulders
For well you know that it's a fool who plays it cool
By making his world a little colder
Hey Jude, don't let me down
You have found her, now go and get her
Remember to let her into your heart
Then you can start to make it better
So let it out and let it in, hey Jude, begin
You're waiting for someone to perform with
And don't you know that it's just you, hey Jude, you'll do
The movement you need is on your shoulder
Hey Jude, don't make it bad
Take a sad song and make it better
Remember to let her under your skin
Then you'll begin to make it
Better better better better better better, oh
Na na na nananana, nannana, hey Jude
Hey Jude
Judy Collins' 1964 recording of 'Hey Jude' stands as a pivotal moment in her career, marking her transition from folk to pop while maintaining her signature vocal clarity. Originally a Beatles composition, Collins' arrangement stripped away the band's rock instrumentation to highlight the song's emotional core, featuring a gentle piano accompaniment that underscored its message of reassurance and patience. Released during a period of significant social change, the track resonated deeply with audiences seeking comfort and unity. Collins' interpretation became a standard, influencing countless subsequent artists who sought to reinterpret the song's themes of acceptance and enduring friendship. Her version remains a defining example of how a folk singer can elevate a rock classic, cementing her status as a versatile and influential figure in American music history.