Lady Madonna
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Wonder how you manage to make ends meet
Who find the money when you pay the rent
Did you think that money was heaven sent
Friday night arrives without a suitcase
Sunday morning creeping like a nun
Monday's child has learned to tie his bootlegs
Lady Madonna, baby at your breast
Wonders how you manage to feed the rest
Pa pa pa pa,
See how they run
Lady Madonna lying on the bed
Listen to the music playing in your head
Tuesday afternoon is never ending
Wednesday morning papers didn't come
Thursday night you stocking needed mending
See how they run
Lady Madonna, children at your feet
Wonder how you manage to make ends meet
"Lady Madonna" is a song that portrays the struggles and strength of a working-class mother, likely referencing the hardships faced by many women in society. The lyrics begin by praising the mother figure, recognizing her ability to care for her children despite the financial challenges she faces. The line "Wonder how you manage to make ends meet" highlights the admiration for her resilience and resourcefulness in providing for her family.
The song then delves into the theme of financial struggles, questioning how she is able to afford the necessities like rent and food for her children. The line "Who find the money when you pay the rent" reflects on the daily grind of making ends meet and the constant pressure of financial responsibilities. The mention of money as if it were heaven sent alludes to the belief in the importance and scarcity of money in their lives.
As the song progresses, it paints a vivid picture of the mother's daily routine, from the chaos of Friday night to the quiet contemplation of Sunday morning. The mention of "Monday's child" learning to tie his bootlegs symbolizes the everyday tasks and responsibilities that the mother juggles while also taking care of her children. The repetition of "See how they run" serves as a reminder of the constant motion and energy in her household.
The lyrics also touch upon the maternal instinct and the sacrifices that come with motherhood. The image of the baby at her breast emphasizes the nurturing and caregiving role that the mother embodies, wondering how she manages to provide for all her children. The playful "pa pa pa pa" suggests a moment of tenderness and affection amidst the chaos of daily life, highlighting the emotional connection between the mother and her children.
The song concludes with a poignant scene of the mother lying on the bed, listening to the music playing in her head. This line symbolizes her inner strength and resilience, finding solace and escape in music amidst her struggles. The references to the passing days of the week further emphasize the cyclical nature of her challenges and the unending demands of motherhood. Overall, "Lady Madonna" celebrates the unwavering love and dedication of a mother, acknowledging the sacrifices and hardships she endures to provide for her family.
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Written by: John Lennon, Paul McCartney
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@RockNRollStar504
Lyrics
Lady Madonna, children at your feet
Wonder how you manage to make ends meet
Who finds the money when you pay the rent?
Did you think that money was heaven sent?
Friday night arrives without a suitcase
Sunday morning creeping like a nun
Monday's child has learned to tie his bootlace
See how they run
Lady Madonna, baby at your breast
Wonders how you manage to feed the rest
See how they run
Lady Madonna lying on the bed
Listen to the music playing in your head
Tuesday afternoon is never ending
Wednesday morning papers didn't come
Thursday night your stockings needed mending
See how they run
Lady Madonna, children at your feet
Wonder how you manage to make ends meet
@ZalejoZ
Lyrics :D ─
Lady Madonna, children at your feet
Wonder how you manage to make ends meet
Who finds the money? When you pay the rent?
Did you think that money was Heaven sent?
Friday night arrives without a suitcase
Sunday morning creep in like a nun
Monday's child has learned to tie his bootlace
See how they run
Lady Madonna, baby at your breast
Wonder how you manage to feed the rest
See how they run
Lady Madonna, lying on the bed
Listen to the music playing in your head
Tuesday afternoon is never ending
Wednesday morning papers didn't come
Thursday night you stockings needed mending
See how they run
Lady Madonna, children at your feet
Wonder how you manage to make ends meet
@strathman7501
Where did you get "John's surrealistic lyrics" from? He certainly didn't write the lyrics. He may have offered a word or suggestion here or there, but the evidence even for that is poor.
In 1972 "Lennon attributed Lady Madonna directly to Paul McCartney . . . with no comment." (Hit Parader 1972)
Eight years later he can't remember so well. Asked by Sheff who wrote it he said flatly, “Paul." But then he adds "maybe I helped him on some of the lyrics," but he seems to be just guessing. "I'm not proud of them either way," he said. (All We Are Saying)
In Many Years From Now, Paul said "'Lady Madonna' was me", mentioning no input from John.
In "McCartney 3,2,1," Paul says that he wrote the song at home (7 Cavendish Ave, St. Johns Wood) with no mention of John.
That's corroborated by Ringo's comment back in 1968 that Paul brought it into the studio finished: "I couldn't really say what the lyrics mean, because only Paul knew what he had in his mind. Paul composed the song at home." (Beatlesebooks)
I can't find any source that adds any meat to John's very vague "maybe I helped" from 1980.
@RCCola339
I like that they're pretty obviously not playing Lady Madonna
@KimSenior
Right! It’s Hey Bulldog.
@diogo_barros
Hey Bulldog
@pemo2676
@@diogo_barros Looking through, you can clearly see them say the lyrics/screaming
@thedrummerpro6455
Um
@thedrummerpro6455
It’s nicsterv
@Sam-nl8ie
Fun Fact: in this record they are actually playing Hey
Bulldog instead of Lady Madonna
@fergalhughes165
And in the video for Hey Bulldog, they are actually playing I Am The Walrus
@carterthacker5837
@@fergalhughes165 and in the walrus video they're actually playing Hey Jude!
@accam6734
And in the Hey Jude video they are actually
playing It’s Now Or Never.