Their music bridged the gaps between the socially and spiritually conscious folk music of Bob Dylan, the studio trickery of The Beach Boys, and the sardonic rock of The Beatles. Some of their trademark songs include pop versions of Bob Dylan's Mr. Tambourine Man and Pete Seeger’s Turn! Turn! Turn! (To Everything There Is a Season), and the originals I'll Feel a Whole Lot Better, and Eight Miles High. Throughout their career they helped forge such subgenres as folk rock, raga rock, psychedelic rock, jangle pop, and – on their 1968 classic Sweetheart of the Rodeo – country rock inviting Gram Parsons on rhythm guitar.
The original and most successful lineup consisted of Chris Hillman, David Crosby, Michael Clarke, Roger McGuinn and Gene Clark. After several line-up changes (with lead singer/guitarist McGuinn as the only consistent member), they broke up in 1973.
In 1991 they were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and several band members launched successful solo careers after leaving the group. The most successful was David Crosby who was inducted again for his work with Crosby, Stills & Nash. Other than The Beatles, the only artist with all members inducted twice are, Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young.
It Won't Be Wrong
The Byrds Lyrics
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Let me tell you how my heart goes wild
Please let me love you and it won't be wrong
Every time you're in my arms, come to me, don't be long
You know that I'll never do you no harm
Please let me love you and it won't be wrong
Let me love you and then you'll see, come to me, come to me
Let me show you once and we'll be free
Please let me love you and it won't be wrong
Every time I see you smile, come to me, don't be long
Let me tell you how my heart goes wild
Please let me love you and it won't be wrong
Let me love you and then you'll see, come to me, come to me
Let me show you once and we'll be free
Please let me love you and it won't be wrong
Please let me love you and it won't be wrong
Please let me love you and it won't be wrong
"It Won't Be Wrong" is a love song by The Byrds that is full of sincerity and honesty. The verses implore the beloved to reciprocate the singer's love and affection, promising that their love, unlike others, won't be wrong. The opening line of the song, "Every time I see you smile, come to me, don't be long" reflects the singer's eagerness to be with the beloved person and shows how smitten he is. The song consists of a simple structure with a repeated chorus that underlines how much the singer wants to love and be loved by the person.
The lyrics of the song reveal a message of love, connection, and longing. The song shows how vulnerability and honesty can be powerful elements in love. In this song, The Byrds create a tender and intimate atmosphere that draws the listener in, making them feel the depth of the singer's emotion. Overall, "It Won't Be Wrong" is a classic love song that captures the essence of true love.
Line by Line Meaning
Every time I see you smile, come to me, don't be long
Whenever you smile at me, don't hesitate to come to me.
Let me tell you how my heart goes wild
I want to express how much I care about you and how strong my feelings are.
Please let me love you and it won't be wrong
Give me a chance to love you and I will not disappoint you.
Every time you're in my arms, come to me, don't be long
Whenever we are together and close, don't hesitate to stay with me a little longer.
You know that I'll never do you no harm
You can trust me, I will never hurt you.
Let me love you and then you'll see, come to me, come to me
Allow me to love you and you will understand how important you are to me. Please come to me.
Let me show you once and we'll be free
Give me the chance to show you how happy we can be together and we won't have any worries.
Please let me love you and it won't be wrong
Give me the opportunity to love you and it will be a good decision, not a wrong one.
Please let me love you and it won't be wrong
Please allow me to love you because our love will be good and right.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Harvey Gerst, Roger Mcguinn
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@susansquire7968
This song is wrapped in beautifully colored flowers. I can see it as well as I can hear it. I play it every day. Have loved the Byrds for 58 of my 73 years.
@TheAerovons
McGuinn said “This was us being The Beatles” and it sure is. Brilliant record.
@davidmurray7001
I think it's as good as any Beatles song ever recorded--and I'm including their greats.
@syriacchristianity9007
The Beatles blow chunks.
@TheAerovons
@@syriacchristianity9007 Yeah, right. They are the worst LOL
@timothybutler3323
If they blow chunks why would the byrds emulate them?
@ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOP519
@@syriacchristianity9007 if you think the byrds are good but dont like the beatles you just have a ass backwards view of 60s rock
@ultonian63
Pure aural sunshine - two minutes of perfection.
@dharmadrum926
Incredible. R.E.M. and a slew of other jangle/shoegaze bands wouldn’t exist without this song. What a massive guitar sound, a wall of Rickenbackers and a huge groove, and the sunny vocal harmonies. A huge influence.
@richommenicolas6165
REM a repris en effet ce type de rythme 🌟🙂👍🎵🎸