Hey Jude
Mr. Acker Bilk his Clarinet and Orchestra Lyrics
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Take a sad song and make it better
Remember to let her into your heart
Then you can start to make it better
Hey Jude, don't be afraid
You were made to go out and get her
The minute you let her under your skin
And anytime you feel the pain, hey Jude, refrain
Don't carry the world upon your shoulders
For well you know that it's a fool who plays it cool
By making his world a little colder
Hey Jude, don't let me down
You have found her, now go and get her
Remember to let her into your heart
Then you can start to make it better
So let it out and let it in, hey Jude, begin
You're waiting for someone to perform with
And don't you know that it's just you, hey Jude, you'll do
The movement you need is on your shoulder
Hey Jude, don't make it bad
Take a sad song and make it better
Remember to let her under your skin
Then you'll begin to make it
Better better better better better better, oh
Na na na nananana, nannana, hey Jude
In Hey Jude by Mr. Acker Bilk and his Clarinet and Orchestra, the song presents a message of hope and encouragement for someone who is feeling down or struggling. The opening lines suggest that the person is facing a difficult situation or emotion, but that there is a way to make it better. The lyrics advocate for looking within oneself and opening up to the help of those around them. The repetition of “Hey Jude” throughout the song creates an intimate and personal tone, as if the singer is addressing someone he cares about directly.
The next verse encourages the listener to take action and pursue what they want, specifically in the context of a relationship. The repetition of “let her into your heart” reinforces the idea of opening oneself up emotionally, rather than shutting down or pushing someone away. The chorus returns, again advising the listener not to bear the weight of their problems alone, and that there is no shame in seeking help or support.
The song’s final verses return to the message of self-care and self-discovery. Rather than relying on someone else to make things better, the song suggests that the real power lies within the individual. The refrain of “na na na nananana” creates a sense of joy and celebration, as the person takes control of their life and begins to move forward.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey Jude, don't make it bad
Jude, please don't worsen the situation
Take a sad song and make it better
Try to improve and brighten up your mood, even if you're feeling low
Remember to let her into your heart
Don't shut her out, let her in and be open to her love
Then you can start to make it better
Only after you allow yourself to love and be loved, can you begin to heal and improve
Hey Jude, don't be afraid
Don't be scared and take a chance on love
You were made to go out and get her
It's fate that brought you to her, now go after her
The minute you let her under your skin
As soon as you truly accept her love, it will change you from within
Then you begin to make it better
Only then will you be able to improve your life and your relationships
And anytime you feel the pain, hey Jude, refrain
Whenever you're hurting, try to hold back and not act impulsively
Don't carry the world upon your shoulders
Don't burden yourself with unnecessary stress and worry
For well you know that it's a fool who plays it cool
It's foolish to act indifferent and pretend like everything is okay, when it's not
By making his world a little colder
By acting cold and distant, you're only making things worse for yourself and those around you
Hey Jude, don't let me down
Jude, please don't disappoint me
You have found her, now go and get her
You've found your soulmate, don't lose the chance to be with her
So let it out and let it in, hey Jude, begin
Open yourself up to love, and let yourself experience it fully
You're waiting for someone to perform with
You're looking for a partner to share your life and love with
And don't you know that it's just you, hey Jude, you'll do
You don't need anyone else, you can be happy on your own by changing your outlook on life
The movement you need is on your shoulder
The power to change your life is within you, you just need to take action and make it happen
Better better better better better better, oh
Things will improve if you take these lessons to heart and put them into practice
Na na na nananana, nannana, hey Jude
This chorus is a reminder of these important life lessons
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: John Lennon, Paul McCartney
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