Oh! Darling
Beatles · Anthology 3
Please believe me.
I'll never do you no harm.
Believe me when I tell you,
I'll never do you no harm.
Oh, darling.
If you leave me,
I'll never make it alone.
Believe me when I beg you,
Don't ever leave me alone.
When you told me
You didn't need me anymore,
Well, you know, I nearly
Broke down and cried.
When you told me
You didn't need me anymore,
Well, you know, I nearly
Broke down and died.
Oh, darling.
If you leave me,
I'll never make it alone.
Believe me when I tell you,
I'll never do you no harm.
Believe me, darling.
When you told me
You didn't need me anymore,
Well, you know, I nearly
Broke down and cried.
When you told me
You didn't need me anymore,
Well, you know, I nearly
Broke down and died.
Oh, darling.
Please believe me.
I'll never let you down.
Oh, believe me, darling.
Believe me when I tell you,
I'll never do you no harm.
Oh! Darling
Released by The Beatles in 1967, "Oh! Darling" stands as a poignant exploration of marital tension and emotional vulnerability. Recorded during the band's psychedelic era, the track features Paul McCartney's distinctive falsetto and a haunting melody that underscores the fragility of relationships. While often associated with the *Sgt. Pepper's* era, this specific recording appears on the *Anthology 3* compilation, highlighting its status as a significant yet less frequently performed piece in their discography. The song captures the raw anxiety of a couple facing separation, blending folk-rock sensibilities with the experimental spirit of the mid-1960s. Its enduring appeal lies in its universal depiction of heartbreak and the quiet desperation that often precedes a breakup.