Across The Universe
The Beatles · Songs For The Philippines [2013]
endless rain into a paper cup
They slither wildly
as they slip away across the universe
Pools of sorrow waves of joy
are drifting through my opened mind
Possessing and caressing me
Jai guru deva om
Nothing's gonna change my world
Nothing's gonna change my world
Nothing's gonna change my world
Nothing's gonna change my world
Images of broken light which
dance before me like a million eyes
They call me on and on across the universe
Thoughts meander like a
restless wind inside a letter box
they tumble blindly as
they make their way across the universe
Jai guru deva om
Nothing's gonna change my world
Nothing's gonna change my world
Nothing's gonna change my world
Nothing's gonna change my world
Sounds of laughter shades of life
are ringing through my opened ears
inciting and inviting me
Limitless undying love which
shines around me like a million suns
And calls me on and on across the universe
Jai guru deva om
Nothing's gonna change my world
Nothing's gonna change my world
Nothing's gonna change my world
Nothing's gonna change my world
Jai guru deva
Jai guru deva
Across The Universe - The Beatles
Released on the 2013 compilation Songs For The Philippines, this track features a hauntingly beautiful rendition of the John Lennon composition. The recording showcases the band's signature harmonies and intricate guitar work, capturing the ethereal quality that defines their late-period output. While the original was written in 1966, this version highlights the group's ability to reinterpret classic material with fresh energy. The song remains a staple of their discography, reflecting the psychedelic influences and melodic sophistication that characterized their final years. Its enduring appeal lies in its emotional depth and the seamless integration of Lennon's lyrics with the Beatles' signature sound.