… Read Full Bio ↴Elena Duran (born February 21, 1949) is a Mexican American flautist.[1]
She has made concerto appearances and recordings with many major orchestras including the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra,[2] the English Chamber Orchestra, Bournemouth Sinfonietta, the Moscow Virtuosi, many orchestras in the U.S. and virtually every orchestra in Mexico.[3] She has also played regularly for members of the British royal family including two televised Royal Galas from the Royal Albert Hall in London. She has twice had the honour of appearing before Queen Elizabeth II.[4]
Since the 1990s Elena has been artistic director of the International Flute Festival in Stratford-upon-Avon,[5] the largest annual flute festival in Europe.
A Hard Day's Night
Elena Duran Lyrics
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It's been a hard day's night, I should be sleeping like a log
But when I get home to you I find the things that you do
Will make me feel alright
You know I work all day to get you money to buy you things
And it's worth it just to hear you say you're going to give me everything
So why on earth should I moan, 'cause when I get you alone
When I'm home everything seems to be right
When I'm home feeling you holding me tight, tight
It's been a hard day's night, and I been working like a dog
It's been a hard day's night, I should be sleeping like a log
But when I get home to you I find the things that you do
Will make me feel alright, ow
So why on earth should I moan, 'cause when I get you alone
You know I feel OK
When I'm home everything seems to be right
When I'm home feeling you holding me tight, tight
It's been a hard day's night, and I been working like a dog
It's been a hard day's night, I should be sleeping like a log
But when I get home to you I find the things that you do
Will make me feel alright
You know I feel alright
You know I feel alright
The lyrics to Elena Duran's "A Hard Day's Night" convey the exhaustion and fatigue that the singer has experienced throughout a long day of work. With the repeated line "It's been a hard day's night, and I been working like a dog," the singer emphasizes the grueling nature of their work. Although they should be sleeping soundly at the end of the day, the singer finds solace in returning home to their loved one, where they are able to find comfort and relaxation.
The second verse adds a layer of complexity to the lyrics, as the singer expresses their devotion to their partner. Despite the exhaustion they feel after working all day to provide for their loved one, the singer finds it all worthwhile just to hear them say they will give them everything. This devotion and love is what ultimately makes the singer feel okay, even in the face of a long and challenging day.
Overall, Duran's lyrics to "A Hard Day's Night" communicate the importance of finding comfort and solace in the people we care about, even in the most challenging of times.
Line by Line Meaning
It's been a hard day's night, and I been working like a dog
I have been working tirelessly all day and I am worn out
It's been a hard day's night, I should be sleeping like a log
I am tired enough to sleep soundly but I cannot because of my obligations
But when I get home to you I find the things that you do
Will make me feel alright
Seeing you and experiencing the love you give, makes all my problems go away
You know I work all day to get you money to buy you things
I have to work hard to provide for you and make you happy
And it's worth it just to hear you say you're going to give me everything
All the hard work is worth it, just to hear you promise me everything in return
So why on earth should I moan, 'cause when I get you alone
You know I feel OK
I have nothing to complain about because being with you is enough to make me forget my troubles
When I'm home everything seems to be right
When I'm home feeling you holding me tight, tight
At home with you, everything falls into place and I feel safe and loved in your embrace
It's been a hard day's night, and I been working like a dog
I have had a long and grueling day
But when I get home to you I find the things that you do
Will make me feel alright, ow
At the end of the day, being with you makes everything better
You know I feel alright
Being with you is all I need to feel content and happy
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: John Lennon, Paul McCartney
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