Revolution 1
The Beatles Lyrics


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You say you want a revolution, well you know
We all want to change the world
You tell me that it's evolution, well you know
We all want to change the world

But when you talk about destruction
Don't you know you can count me out, in
Don't you know it's gonna be alright
Don't you know it's gonna be alright
Don't you know it's gonna be alright

You say you got a real solution, well you know
We'd all love to see the plan
You ask me for a contribution, well you know
We're doing what we can

But if you want money for people with minds that hate
All I can tell you is brother you'll have to wait

Don't you know it's gonna be alright
Don't you know it's gonna be alright
Don't you know it's gonna be alright

You say you'll change the constitution, well you know
We'd all love to change your head
You tell me it's the institution, well you know
You better free your mind instead

But if you go carrying pictures of Chairman Mao
You ain't going to make it with anyone anyhow

Don't you know it's gonna be alright
Don't you know it's gonna be alright
Don't you know it's gonna be alright

Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
Alright, alright, alright, alright, alright
Alright, alright, alright, alright, alright
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh





Alright, alright

Overall Meaning

The song Revolution 1, by The Beatles, is a commentary on the political and social climate of the time. It begins with the message that everyone wants a revolution to change the world, but then cautions against destruction. The singer is hesitant to jump on board with the idea of destroying everything just to start over. The chorus provides a reassuring message that everything is going to be alright.


The second verse challenges those who claim to have a solution to the problems in the world, and asks for a plan of action. The singer recognizes the limited capacity for change we have as individuals, especially when it comes to issues involving people who hate. The chorus repeats the message that everything is going to be alright.


The final verse critiques the idea of changing the constitution, while advocating for a change in mindset. The focus should be on freeing the mind instead of trying to make external changes that will not solve the root of the issues. The verse ends with a warning to those who align themselves with extremist figures, like Chairman Mao. The choruses provide a final message of hope that everything is going to be alright, as if to say that despite the challenges and obstacles we face, we will make it through.


Line by Line Meaning

You say you want a revolution, well you know
You claim that you want a significant change to happen in society, and it's understood.


We all want to change the world
Everyone wishes to transform the world we live in.


You tell me that it's evolution, well you know
You describe it as a gradual process to bring positive change, and it's not news to me.


We all want to change the world
Each one of us has got the urge to transform the world around us.


But when you talk about destruction
However, when you advocate violence and damaging things,


Don't you know you can count me out, in
you should know that I will not be part of it. I will support positive causes.


Don't you know it's gonna be alright
Don't you think that everything will eventually be okay?


Don't you know it's gonna be alright
Don't you think that everything will eventually be okay?


Don't you know it's gonna be alright
Don't you think that everything will eventually be okay?


You say you got a real solution, well you know
You claim to have an actual resolution to the problem, and we are aware of it.


We'd all love to see the plan
Everyone wants to know about the plan or the solution you have suggested.


You ask me for a contribution, well you know
You request me to donate or support the cause, which I already know.


We're doing what we can
We are doing everything possible to support the cause.


But if you want money for people with minds that hate
However, If you are looking for funds to support people who are ill-minded and violent,


All I can tell you is brother you'll have to wait
I can only say that you have to wait, you won't get funds for such actions.


You say you'll change the constitution, well you know
You claim to modify the constitution, and we are aware of it.


We'd all love to change your head
We would all like you to change your mindset or perspective on the issue.


You tell me it's the institution, well you know
You say it's the establishment that's the problem, and I already know.


You better free your mind instead
But you should broaden your thinking, change your opinion, or set aside personal biases on the matter.


But if you go carrying pictures of Chairman Mao
But if you go about broadcasting your association with Chairman Mao,


You ain't going to make it with anyone anyhow
You won't gain the support of the majority of people anyway.


Don't you know it's gonna be alright
Don't you believe that everything will eventually work out okay?


Don't you know it's gonna be alright
Don't you believe that everything will eventually work out okay?


Don't you know it's gonna be alright
Don't you believe that everything will eventually work out okay?


Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
Sound effect


Alright, alright, alright, alright, alright
Everything's all right


Alright, alright, alright, alright, alright
Everything's all right


Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
Sound effect




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: John Lennon, Paul McCartney

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@leokimvideo

George found the fuzz box, Metal was made

@AmericanGothic1313

Link Wray fuzzed before.

@andrewross1275

Tony Iommi turned fuzz to metal

@terrybartak7811

+leokimvideo Johns Epiphone Casino using the tailpiece Gibson p90 pickup and a 22 watt Fender Deluxe amplifier dimed. No fuzz box.

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+Captain Andrew no Hendrix made the sound.evrybody else just followed....

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+Robert Dominguez In this song, yes... George did use the fuzz box back in 65/66 for the song Think for yourself.

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