Everything Fab Four: Taking a Sad Song and Making It Better
At over seven minutes, “Hey Jude” was not the typical pop song. But it made history in more ways than one. And Ringo’s post-bathroom break was a part of it.
The Beauty of the Beatles Cast-Offs: “Hey Jude,” the Album
Assembled in a bit of a rush to appease their label (and a hungry American public), this collection holds together surprisingly well. From “Can’t Buy Me Love” to the epic title track, it showcases the Fab Four in a totally joyful way.
Sometimes It Really Is Better to Fade Away
We don’t think twice when we hear songs fade-out these days. But when did the fade-out first get used? This musical strategy has a long history.