He has appeared with the London Symphony Orchestra, the BBC Concert Orchestra, the Royal Philharmonic, and the Boston Pops Orchestra as both conductor and lead pianist.[citation needed] His TV work has included being the composer of several well known TV theme tunes such as Blind Date and Beadle's About.
He has been awarded the Gold Badge of Merit by The British Academy of Composers and Songwriters and he has appeared as the subject of This Is Your Life.
A Hard Day's Night
Laurie Holloway 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 of "A Hard Day's Night" by Laurie Holloway portray the exhaustion and hard work experienced by the singer throughout the day. The song begins by emphasizing the fatigue and labor involved, comparing it to the dedication and effort of a dog working relentlessly. The singer acknowledges that after such a demanding day, they should be able to rest deeply like a log. However, upon returning home to their loved one, they find solace in the comforting actions and gestures that make them feel alright, providing a sense of rejuvenation.
The second verse delves into the motivation behind the singer's hard work. They express that they work tirelessly to earn money and buy their partner things, solely for the satisfaction of hearing them promise to give them everything in return. The singer questions why they should complain about their arduous day, as they know that being alone with their partner will make them feel more than just okay.
The chorus reinforces the idea that being home with their loved one is the remedy for everything. When they are at home, everything feels right, and the embrace of their partner brings them comfort and security. The repetition in the chorus emphasizes the importance of this refuge after a tough day. The song concludes with the affirmation that the things their partner does bring them joy and make them feel alright.
Overall, "A Hard Day's Night" captures the contrast between the exhausting daily grind and the comfort found in the presence of a loved one. It showcases the power of a supportive relationship in alleviating the hardships of life, providing solace and restoration.
Line by Line Meaning
It's been a hard day's night, and I been working like a dog
I've had a tough and tiring day, working tirelessly like a hardworking animal
It's been a hard day's night, I should be sleeping like a log
After such a challenging day, I should be peacefully sleeping without a worry
But when I get home to you I find the things that you do
Will make me feel alright
When I come back to you, the love and actions you show make all my troubles fade away and make me feel comforted
You know I work all day to get you money to buy you things
I work tirelessly throughout the day to earn money so I can provide for you and buy you the things you desire
And it's worth it just to hear you say you're going to give me everything
The satisfaction I feel when I hear you promise to give me your all makes all the hard work worthwhile
So why on earth should I moan, 'cause when I get you alone
You know I feel OK
There's no reason for me to complain because when I have you to myself, I feel content and at peace
When I'm home everything seems to be right
When I am in the comfort of our home, everything feels perfect and in order
When I'm home feeling you holding me tight, tight
When I'm home and I can feel your loving embrace, it brings me immense joy and comfort
It's been a hard day's night, and I been working like a dog
I've had a challenging and demanding day, exerting myself just like a hardworking canine
It's been a hard day's night, I should be sleeping like a log
After such an arduous day, I should be soundly asleep and completely relaxed
But when I get home to you I find the things that you do
Will make me feel alright, ow
However, upon returning to you, I discover that the actions you take have the power to bring me comfort and make everything alright, oh
So why on earth should I moan, 'cause when I get you alone
You know I feel OK
Therefore, there is no reason for me to complain because when I have you all to myself, I feel content and at ease
When I'm home everything seems to be right
When I am in the tranquility of our home, everything feels perfect and in harmony
When I'm home feeling you holding me tight, tight
When I'm home and I can experience the warmth of your embrace, it brings me immense joy and comfort
It's been a hard day's night, and I been working like a dog
I've had a demanding and exhausting day, toiling away just like a hardworking canine
It's been a hard day's night, I should be sleeping like a log
After such a challenging day, I should be peacefully sleeping without a care
But when I get home to you I find the things that you do
Will make me feel alright
Yet, when I come back to you, the love and actions you demonstrate have the power to make me feel comforted and at ease
You know I feel alright
You know that I feel content and at peace
You know I feel alright
You are aware that I feel comforted and content
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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