McCartney said of this song: "We were in an experimental mode, and so I said, 'Can I just make something up?' I started off with the guitar and did a multitracking experiment in the control room or maybe in the little room next door. It was very home-made; it wasn't a big production at all. I just made up this short piece and I multitracked a harmony to that, and a harmony to that, and a harmony to that, and built it up sculpturally with a lot of vibrato on the [guitar] strings, really pulling the strings madly. Hence, 'Wild Honey Pie', which was a reference to the other song I had written called 'Honey Pie'."
According to McCartney the song might have been excluded from The Beatles album, but Pattie Boyd "liked it very much so we decided to leave it on the album."
Wild Honey Pie
Beatles Lyrics
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Honey pie,
Honey pie,
Honey pie,
Honey pie,
Honey pie,
Honey pie,
Honey pie,
I love ya.
The Beatles' song "Wild Honey Pie" is a short track that appears on their self-titled album, also known as the "White Album." The song features repetitive lyrics, simple instrumentation, and a playful tone. The most notable aspect of the song is its use of layered vocals, with each member of the band singing the phrase "Honey pie" in unison. The lyrics themselves are a simple declaration of love, with the repeated phrase serving as a sort of refrain or chorus.
Many fans and critics have debated the meaning or purpose behind "Wild Honey Pie." Some interpret it as a throwaway track, included just to fill space on the album or to show off the band's experimental side. Others see it as a nod to the "Honey Pie" character from the musical Bye Bye Birdie, which was popular at the time. Some fans have noted that the use of the phrase "wild honey" could be a reference to the Beach Boys song of the same name, which was written by Brian Wilson and is also known for its layered vocal harmonies.
Line by Line Meaning
Honey pie,
Oh my dear, beloved one,
Honey pie,
You are so sweet and special,
Honey pie,
You are the object of my affection,
Honey pie,
My words cannot express my love for you,
Honey pie,
My heart is filled with adoration for you,
Honey pie,
Your love is what makes my life complete,
Honey pie,
I feel so lucky to have you,
Honey pie,
I could never get enough of you,
Honey pie,
I love you more than anything else in this world,
I love ya.
You mean everything to me, my darling.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: JOHN LENNON, JOHN WINSTON LENNON, PAUL MCCARTNEY, PAUL JAMES MCCARTNEY
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