Back In The U.S.S.R
Beatles · The Beatles (The White Album)
Didn't get to bed last night
On the way the paper bag was on my knee
Man, I had a dreadful flight
I'm back in the U.S.S.R.
You don't know how lucky you are, boy
Back in the U.S.S.R.
Been away so long I hardly knew the place
Gee, it's good to be back home
Leave it till tomorrow to unpack my case
Honey disconnect the phone
I'm back in the U.S.S.R.
You don't know how lucky you are, boy
Back in the U.S. Back in the U.S. Back in the U.S.S.R.
Well the Ukraine girls really knock me out
They leave the West behind
And Moscow girls make me sing and shout
That Georgia's always on my mind
Oh, come on
Hu Hey Hu, hey, ah, yeah
yeah, yeah, yeah
I'm back in the U.S.S.R.
You don't know how lucky you are, boys
Back in the U.S.S.R.
Well the Ukraine girls really knock me out
They leave the west behind
And Moscow girls make me sing and shout
That Georgia's always on my mind
Oh, show me round your snow peaked
mountain way down south
Take me to you daddy's farm
Let me hear you balalaika's ringing out
Come and keep your comrade warm
I'm back in the USSR
Hey, You don't know how lucky you are, boy
Back in the USSR
Oh, let me tell you honey
Back In The U.S.S.R
Released on The Beatles' 1968 White Album, 'Back In The U.S.S.R' stands as a pivotal example of the group's experimental phase, blending folk-rock with surreal, satirical lyrics. The track features a distinctive, repetitive guitar riff that drives its narrative of a man returning to his homeland, only to find it has become a dystopian Soviet state. This song reflects the band's growing interest in political commentary and abstract storytelling, moving away from their earlier pop sensibilities toward a more complex, introspective sound. Its inclusion on the White Album marked a significant shift in their musical direction, showcasing their willingness to embrace unconventional structures and themes that would influence rock music for decades to come.