Baby, You're A Rich Man
Beatles · Magical Mystery Tour
One of the beautiful people
Now that you know who you are
What do you want to be
And have you traveled very far
far as the eye can see
How does it feel to be
One of the beautiful people
How often have you been there
Often enough to know
What did you see when you were there
Nothing that doesn't show
Baby you're a rich man
Baby you're a rich man
Baby you're a rich man, too
You keep all your money in a big brown bag
inside a zoo, what a thing to do
Baby you're a rich man
Baby you're a rich man
Baby you're a rich man, too
How does it feel to be
One of the beautiful people
Tuned to a natural E
happy to be that way
Now that you've found another key
What are you going to play
Baby you're a rich man
Baby you're a rich man
Baby you're a rich man, too
You keep all your money in a big brown bag
inside a zoo, what a thing to do
Baby you're a rich man
Baby you're a rich man
Baby you're a rich man, too
Baby, You're A Rich Man
Released on the Beatles' 1967 album Magical Mystery Tour, 'Baby, You're A Rich Man' stands as a quintessential example of the group's psychedelic pop evolution during the mid-1960s. The track features the band's signature harmonies and incorporates the innovative use of the tambourine, a percussion instrument that became a defining characteristic of their later recordings. Written by John Lennon and credited to Lennon-McCartney, the song reflects the era's fascination with the occult and spiritualism, themes that permeated the album's overall concept. Its upbeat tempo and catchy melody made it a staple of the group's live performances, showcasing their ability to blend complex musical arrangements with accessible pop sensibilities. The recording remains a significant song in the Beatles' discography, illustrating their creative experimentation and enduring influence on the rock genre.