Help!
The Beatles Tribute Lyrics
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I need somebody
Help!
Not just anybody
Help!
You know I need someone
Help!
When I was younger so much younger than today
But now these days are gone
I'm not so self assured
Now I find I've changed my mind
I've opened up the doors
Help me if you can I'm feeling down
And I do appreciate you being 'round
Help me get my feet back on the ground
Won't you please, please, help me?
And now my life has changed in so many ways
My independence seems to vanish in the haze
But every now and then I feel so insecure
I know that I just need you like
I've never done before
Help me if you can I'm feeling down
And I do appreciate you being 'round
Help me get my feet back on the ground
Won't you please, please, help me?
When I was younger so much younger than today
I never needed anybody's help in any way
But now these days are gone
I'm not so self assured
Now I find I've changed my mind
I've opened up the doors
Help me if you can I'm feeling down
And I do appreciate you being 'round
Help me get my feet back on the ground
Won't you please, please, help me?
Help me
Help me, oh
The Beatles' "Help!" is a cry for assistance from someone who was once self-reliant, but has now realized that he needs help from others. The song speaks to feelings of vulnerability and insecurity, acknowledging that no one can go through life alone. The first verse establishes the singer's former independence, but also highlights the fact that he is no longer the person he once was. The chorus repeats the plea for help and the importance of having people around. The second verse further emphasizes the singer's newfound insecurity, and how the haze of uncertainty makes him uncertain of his own abilities. The repetition of the first verse and chorus drive the message home, making it clear that the singer is in a state of distress and is requesting aid.
The song is timeless because it speaks to a universal human experience - the realization that we can't make it through life alone. It addresses our need for others and the importance of asking for help when we need it, even if it means admitting our vulnerability. The Beatles were at the forefront of this shift in culture, and Help! is a testament to that.
Line by Line Meaning
Help!
I am in desperate need of assistance
I need somebody
I require the help of another person
Not just anybody
It must be someone specific and reliable
You know I need someone
You are aware of my need for help
When I was younger so much younger than today
In the past, I was much more independent and self-sufficient
I never needed anybody's help in any way
I was able to manage on my own without assistance
But now these days are gone
Currently, I am unable to manage without help
I'm not so self assured
My confidence has diminished
Now I find I've changed my mind
My perspective has shifted and I realize I do need help
I've opened up the doors
I am willing to accept help from others
Help me if you can I'm feeling down
Please assist me as I am feeling emotionally low
And I do appreciate you being 'round
I am grateful for your support and presence
Help me get my feet back on the ground
Assist me in regaining my stability and confidence
Won't you please, please, help me?
I implore you to aid me
And now my life has changed in so many ways
My life has undergone numerous transformations
My independence seems to vanish in the haze
I am losing my ability to do things on my own
But every now and then I feel so insecure
Occasionally, I experience feelings of doubt and vulnerability
I know that I just need you like I've never done before
My need for your help is stronger than ever before
Help me
Assist me
Help me, oh
Please help me
Writer(s): John Lennon, Paul Mccartney
Contributed by Sadie W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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