4 Somewhat Forgotten, Undoubtedly Excellent Songs From the Unheralded ‘Beatles For Sale’ Album

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4 Somewhat Forgotten, Undoubtedly Excellent Songs From the Unheralded ‘Beatles For Sale’ Album

American Songwriter · 4 hours ago

This article highlights four underrated original songs from The Beatles' 1964 album *Beatles For Sale*, an LP often overshadowed within the band's catalogue because it mixed cover versions with lesser-discussed originals. The piece argues these tracks reward closer attention, showcasing the songwriting range of John Lennon and Paul McCartney at a point when the band was moving beyond their upbeat public image into more melancholic and emotionally complex territory.

The four songs singled out are "Baby's In Black," praised for its Everly Brothers-style close harmonies and darker lyrical themes; "I'll Follow The Sun," written by a teenage McCartney and noted for its wistful melody and George Harrison's guitar work; "I Don't Want To Spoil The Party," a Lennon-led track with a country-and-western feel exploring social withdrawal and sadness; and "What You're Doing," linked to McCartney's relationship with Jane Asher and notable for Harrison's guitar and Ringo Starr's drumming.

  • Article revisits four overlooked original songs from *Beatles For Sale* (1964).
  • Tracks include "Baby's In Black," "I'll Follow The Sun," and two others.
  • Songs reveal a more melancholic, emotionally complex side of The Beatles.

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