Beautiful Boy (Darling Boy)
John Lennon · Lennon - Signature Box [2010]
Have no fear
The monster's gone
He's on the run and your daddy's here
Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful
Beautiful boy
Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful
Beautiful boy
Before you go to sleep
Say a little prayer
Every day in every way
It's getting better and better
Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful
Beautiful boy
Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful
Beautiful boy
Out on the ocean sailing away
I can hardly wait
To see you come of age
But I guess we'll both just have to be patient
'Cause it's a long way to go
A hard row to hoe
Yes it's a long way to go
But in the meantime
Before you cross the street
Take my hand
Life is what happens to you
While you're busy making other plans
Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful
Beautiful boy
Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful
Beautiful boy
Before you go to sleep
Say a little prayer
Every day in every way
It's getting better and better
Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful
Beautiful boy
Darling, darling, darling
Darling Sean
Beautiful Boy (Darling Boy)
John Lennon's 1970 recording of "Beautiful Boy (Darling Boy)" stands as a poignant exploration of parental love and the complexities of growing up, originally written for his son Sean. While Lennon frequently collaborated with Yoko Ono on the duo's 1971 album *Double Fantasy*, this track was released on his solo 2010 compilation *Lennon - Signature Box [2010]*. The song reflects the era's introspective style, blending acoustic guitar with a tender melody that captures the bittersweet nature of watching a child mature. Its enduring appeal lies in its universal theme of familial devotion, making it a staple in Lennon's discography that resonates across generations. The recording remains a testament to his ability to craft intimate, emotionally resonant music that transcends specific biographical details.