A Hard Day's Night
FAMILY ROOM - The Beatles Lyrics


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It's been a hard day's night
And I've been workin' like a dog
It's been a hard day's night
I should be sleepin' 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 gonna give me everything
So why on Earth should I moan?
'Cause when I get you alone
You know I feel okay

When I'm home
Everything seems to be right
When I'm home
Feeling you holding me tight, tight, yeah

It's been a hard day's night
And I've been workin' like a dog
It's been a hard day's night
I should be sleepin' 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 okay

When I'm home
Everything seems to be right
When I'm home
Feeling you holding me tight, tight, yeah

Oh, it's been a hard day's night
And I've been workin' like a dog
It's been a hard day's night
I should be sleepin' 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

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "A Hard Day's Night" by The Beatles reflect the exhaustion and weariness the singer feels after a long day of hard work. The opening lines convey a sense of fatigue and the toil of the day, using the analogy of working like a dog. The singer longs for rest, comparing their desire to sleep to that of a log. However, the tone shifts when they mention coming home to their loved one. The act of returning home and being in the presence of their partner brings comfort and solace, making all the hardships of the day worthwhile.


As the lyrics progress, it becomes evident that the singer is driven by their love for their partner. They work tirelessly to provide for their loved one, to buy them things and ensure their happiness. The acknowledgment that hearing their partner say they will give them everything makes it all worthwhile highlights the deep affection and dedication in the relationship. The singer questions why they should complain or feel down when they have their partner by their side, as being with them brings contentment and happiness.


The chorus of the song emphasizes the sense of security and joy that being home with their partner brings. The feeling of everything being right and the physical closeness expressed in "Feeling you holding me tight" convey a sense of intimacy and emotional fulfillment. The repetition of these lines underscores the importance of the domestic space and the relationship within it as a source of comfort and happiness amidst life's challenges.


Overall, "A Hard Day's Night" captures the theme of finding refuge and love in the domestic sphere, highlighting the transformative power of being with a beloved partner after a tough day. The lyrics celebrate the small gestures and moments of connection that make all the struggles worthwhile, demonstrating the enduring strength and joy that love can bring even in the midst of hardships. The song conveys a message of resilience, gratitude, and the ability of love to uplift and sustain through life's trials, ultimately leaving the listener with a sense of warmth and reassurance.


Line by Line Meaning

It's been a hard day's night
It has been a challenging day and night


And I've been workin' like a dog
I have been working very hard


I should be sleepin' like a log
I should be sleeping deeply


But when I get home to you
But when I return home to you


I find the things that you do
I appreciate the things you do


Will make me feel alright
That make me feel better


You know I work all day
You know I work tirelessly all day


To get you money to buy you things
To earn money to provide for you


And it's worth it just to hear you say
And it is worth it just to hear you say


You're gonna give me everything
You will give me everything


So why on Earth should I moan?
So why should I complain?


'Cause when I get you alone
Because when I am with you alone


You know I feel okay
I feel content and happy


When I'm home
When I am at home


Everything seems to be right
Everything feels perfect


Feeling you holding me tight, tight, yeah
Feeling your embrace tightly, yes


It's been a hard day's night
It has been a challenging day and night


I should be sleepin' like a log
I should be sleeping deeply


You know I feel alright
You know I feel good


Oh, it's been a hard day's night
Oh, it has been a challenging day and night


You know I feel alright
You know I feel good




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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