Origins
McCartney said he had the idea of "Let It Be" after he had a dream about his mother during the tense period surrounding the sessions for The Beatles ("the White Album") in 1968. Mary Patricia McCartney died of cancer in 1956, when he was fourteen.In rehearsing the song with the Beatles in January 1969, in place of the "Mother Mary" lyric, McCartney occasionally sang "Brother Malcolm", a reference to the Beatles' assistant Mal Evans. McCartney later said: "It was great to visit with her again. I felt very blessed to have that dream. So that got me writing 'Let It Be'." In a later interview he said about the dream that his mother had told him, "It will be all right, just let it be." When asked if the phrase "Mother Mary" in the song referred to Mary, mother of Jesus, McCartney has typically replied that listeners can interpret the song however they like.
Recording
McCartney first began to play around with "Let It Be" in the recording studio in between takes of "Piggies" on 19 September 1968. Some months later, the song would be rehearsed at Twickenham Film Studios on 3 January 1969, where the group had, the previous day, begun what would become the Let It Be film. During this stage of the film they were only recording on the mono decks used for syncing to the film cameras, and were not making multi-track recordings for release. A single take was recorded, with just McCartney on piano and vocals. The first attempt with the other Beatles was made on 8 January. Work continued on the song throughout the month. Multi-track recordings commenced on 23 January at Apple Studios.
The master take was recorded on 31 January 1969, as part of the "Apple studio performance" for the project. McCartney played a Blüthner piano, John Lennon played six-string electric bass (replaced by McCartney's own bass part on the final version at the behest of George Martin), George Harrison and Ringo Starr assumed their conventional roles, on guitar and drums respectively, and Billy Preston contributed on Hammond organ.
Retrospection
Lennon commented disparagingly on "Let It Be". In his 1980 Playboy interview, he disavowed any involvement with composing the song, saying: "That's Paul. What can you say? Nothing to do with the Beatles. It could've been Wings. I don't know what he's thinking when he writes 'Let It Be'."
"Let It Be" was ranked number 2 on CILQ-FM's 2000 list of the "Top 500 Pure Rock Songs Of The Century".
In 2004, the song was included on Grammy Hall of Fame.
Mojo magazine ranked "Let It Be" at number 50 in its 2006 list of "The 101 Greatest Beatles Songs".
In a similar list compiled in 2010, Rolling Stone placed it at number 8. The magazine also ranked the track at number 20 on its 500 Greatest Songs of All Time list.
Let It Be
Beatles Lyrics
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Speaking words of wisdom, let it be
And in my hour of darkness she is standing right in front of me
Speaking words of wisdom, let it be
Let it be, let it be, let it be, let it be
Whisper words of wisdom, let it be
And when the broken hearted people living in the world agree
For though they may be parted, there is still a chance that they will see
There will be an answer, let it be
Let it be, let it be, let it be, let it be
There will be an answer, let it be
Let it be, let it be, let it be, let it be
Whisper words of wisdom, let it be
Let it be, let it be, let it be, let it be
Whisper words of wisdom, let it be
And when the night is cloudy there is still a light that shines on me
Shine until tomorrow, let it be
I wake up to the sound of music, Mother Mary comes to me
Speaking words of wisdom, let it be
Let it be, let it be, let it be, yeah, let it be
There will be an answer, let it be
Let it be, let it be, let it be, yeah, let it be
Whisper words of wisdom, let it be
The lyrics to the song Let It Be by the Beatles featuring The are a perfect example of the support and guidance we all need at times in life. The opening verse talks about troubles and how a divine figure or mother-like figure, Mother Mary, is there for support and speaks words of wisdom, which in this case is to let things be. The phrase 'let it be' is used throughout the song, acting as a reminder to let go of worries and things out of our control. The words of wisdom offered by Mother Mary are a reminder to have faith and trust in the universe, to have patience and to wait for things to unfold in their own time.
The second verse talks about the unity of people and how even though they may be broken-hearted or separated, there is still a chance for them to come together and find the answer. This verse offers hope and comfort to those feeling isolated, alone or disconnected. It suggests that things will eventually fall into place, and it's essential to remain positive and patient. The final verse is a cohesive blend of the previous two verses, where the night represents the darker moments of life. It talks about how there is still light that shines through it all and offers a reminder to persevere.
Overall, the lyrics in "Let It Be" are insightful and empowering. They are a reassurance that no matter how tough life may get, there is always hope and a guiding light to lead us through.
Line by Line Meaning
When I find myself in times of trouble, Mother Mary comes to me
When I am in distress, I feel the presence of Mother Mary, who comforts me.
Speaking words of wisdom, let it be
Mother Mary shares wise words that urge me to accept and let go of my troubles.
And in my hour of darkness she is standing right in front of me
In my darkest times, Mother Mary is there by my side.
And when the broken hearted people living in the world agree
When those who are heartbroken come together in agreement,
There will be an answer, let it be
A solution to their troubles will arise if they simply let things be.
For though they may be parted, there is still a chance that they will see
Despite being separated, there is still hope that they will find clarity.
Let it be, let it be, let it be, let it be
Repeated phrase urging acceptance and release of tensions.
Whisper words of wisdom, let it be
Continued plea to receive guidance from a higher power.
And when the night is cloudy there is still a light that shines on me
Even in the darkest moments, there is still a glimmer of hope and possibility.
Shine until tomorrow, let it be
Allow that glimmer of light to shine until tomorrow and persevere through the darkness.
I wake up to the sound of music, Mother Mary comes to me
When I start my day, I am comforted by music and the presence of Mother Mary.
Let it be, let it be, let it be, yeah, let it be
Repeated phrase urging acceptance and release of tensions with added emphasis.
There will be an answer, let it be
A reminder that there is always a solution and it is best to let things be.
Whisper words of wisdom, let it be
A final plea to accept guidance and let go of any troubles.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: JOHN LENNON, PAUL MCCARTNEY
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Whisper words of wisdom
Let it be
And when the broken-hearted people
Living in the world agree
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Still a chance that they will see
There will be an answer
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Whisper words of wisdom
Let it be
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Whisper words of wisdom
Let it be
And when the night is cloudy
There is still a light that shines on me
Shine until tomorrow
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Mother Mary comes to me
Speaking words of wisdom
Let it be
Let it be, let it be, let it be, yeah, let it be
There will be an answer
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Whisper words of wisdom
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@tommyturner6677
One of the greatest songs of a generation of people. It still lives on.
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@dolanbright
When I find myself in times of trouble, mother Mary comes to me, speaking works of wisdom...
Let it Be❤
@MoniWoni2573
And in my hour of darkness she is standing right in front of me, speaking words of wisdom:
Let it be
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@williamhannon6055
The four who shook the world.....