Wait
Beatles · Rubber soul
Now I'm coming back home
I've been away now
Oh how I've been alone
Wait till I come back to your side
We'll forget the tears we've cried
But if your heart breaks
Don't wait, turn me away
And if your heart's strong
Hold on, I won't delay
Wait till I come back to your side
We'll forget the tears we've cried
I feel as though
You ought to know
That I've been good
As good as I can be
And if you do
I'll trust in you
And know that you
Will wait for me
It's been a long time
Now I'm coming back home
I've been away now
Oh how I've been alone
Wait till I come back to your side
We'll forget the tears we've cried
I feel as though
You ought to know
That I've been good
As good as I can be
And if you do
I'll trust in you
And know that you
Will wait for me
It's been a long time
Now I'm coming back home
I've been away now
Oh how I've been alone
Wait till I come back to your side
We'll forget the tears we've cried
It's been a long time
Now I'm coming back home
I've been away now
Oh, how I've been alone
Wait - The Beatles
Released on the 1965 album Rubber Soul, 'Wait' stands as a quintessential example of the Beatles' transition from pop to folk-rock. Written by John Lennon and credited to Lennon-McCartney, the track features a distinctive acoustic guitar intro and a contemplative vocal delivery that reflects the band's growing introspection during the mid-1960s. The song captures a moment of quiet longing, utilizing simple yet effective instrumentation to convey deep emotion without relying on complex arrangements. As part of Rubber Soul's catalog, it exemplifies the group's experimentation with songwriting structures and lyrical themes, marking a pivotal era in their artistic evolution and influence on subsequent generations of musicians.