Think For Yourself
Beatles · Rubber soul
I've got a word or two
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
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 rock and roll to a more introspective, folk-influenced sound. Written by Paul McCartney and George Harrison, the song features a distinctive acoustic guitar melody and a call-and-response vocal structure that encouraged audience participation. Its themes of self-reflection and personal growth resonated deeply with listeners during the mid-1960s, marking a pivotal moment in the band's evolution toward a more mature artistic identity. The recording showcases the intricate songwriting collaboration between McCartney and Harrison, setting a new standard for pop-rock composition.