The Squirrels are a pop band based in Seattle, Washington. Founded in 1984 … Read Full Bio ↴The Squirrels are a pop band based in Seattle, Washington. Founded in 1984 by lead vocalist Rob Morgan (founder, as well, of the Poplust zine), the band has been through numerous lineups, but has stuck to the aesthetic that Peter Blecha describes as "cross-pollinat[ing] bubblegum sensibilities with punk attitudes."

Although most of the Squirrels material has been, technically speaking, cover versions, they are by no means a typical cover band. They have a theatrical stage sense derived from Alice Cooper and The Tubes (for a while in the mid-1990s, their stage paraphernalia included a working guillotine), and an approach to arrangements that Morgan has described as "… the Frankenstein method of song arrangement… 'Well, we like these verses, but the chorus on that song is way better. So we'll just graft it right on there, make a whole new beast.' We just start fooling around, and then we go 'Hey, this Alice Cooper song fits right on there, and to hell with the chorus. Let's put the chorus of "Runaway" by Del Shannon in there because it's better!'" (Krugman, 2000). (a royalty nightmare. ed.)

The Squirrels' single "Oz On 45" (1988) was a "Stars on 45"-style reworking of songs from The Wizard of Oz (and a fragment of a song about Oz by Mark Nichols). It was one of the 142 seven-inch records that British DJ John Peel had set aside in a box, to be grabbed if his house ever caught fire and he had to abandon the rest of his collection. (It had a typically eccentric B-side: Gilbert O'Sullivan's "Alone Again, Naturally".)

Perhaps the most widely respected Squirrels album is The Not-So-Bright Side of the Moon (2000), a song-by-song cover of the Pink Floyd album Dark Side of the Moon, described by Jim DeRogatis, of the Chicago Sun-Times as a "…brilliant through-the-looking-glass reimagining of Pink Floyd's classic…"

Let It Be
The Squirrels Lyrics

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When I find myself in times of trouble, Mother Mary comes to me
Speaking words of wisdom, let it be
And in my hour of darkness she is standing right in front of me
Speaking words of wisdom, let it be
Let it be, let it be, let it be, let it be
Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

And when the broken hearted people living in the world agree

There will be an answer, let it be
For though they may be parted, there is still a chance that they will see
There will be an answer, let it be
Let it be, let it be, let it be, let it be
There will be an answer, let it be
Let it be, let it be, let it be, let it be
Whisper words of wisdom, let it be
Let it be, let it be, let it be, let it be
Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

And when the night is cloudy there is still a light that shines on me
Shine until tomorrow, let it be
I wake up to the sound of music, Mother Mary comes to me
Speaking words of wisdom, let it be
Let it be, let it be, let it be, yeah, let it be
There will be an answer, let it be

Let it be, let it be, let it be, yeah, let it be
Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to The Squirrels' song Let It Be are about finding solace and guidance in difficult times from a higher power, represented by Mother Mary. The first verse speaks to the relationship between the singer and Mother Mary in times of trouble. She speaks words of wisdom, encouraging the singer to let go and let things be, rather than trying to control everything.

The second verse addresses the collective struggle of broken-hearted people around the world, suggesting that there is still hope for them to come together and find answers. The repeated refrain of "let it be" reinforces this message of letting go and having faith that things will work out in their own time.

The final verse uses the metaphor of a cloudy night with a shining light to represent the idea that even in the darkest moments, there is still hope and possibility. The singer wakes up to the sound of music, another symbol of hope and optimism, and Mother Mary once again speaks words of wisdom to guide them through.

Overall, the lyrics to Let It Be offer a message of comfort and reassurance in times of uncertainty, encouraging listeners to have faith and trust in the universe to guide them through whatever challenges they may face.

Line by Line Meaning

When I find myself in times of trouble, Mother Mary comes to me
During hard times, the singer turns to Mother Mary for guidance.

Speaking words of wisdom, let it be
Mother Mary advises the singer to let things go and accept circumstances.

And in my hour of darkness she is standing right in front of me
Even in the darkest times, Mother Mary is a source of comfort for the singer.

Let it be, let it be, let it be, let it be
Repeating the phrase 'let it be' emphasizes the importance of accepting things as they are.

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be
Mother Mary's words are quiet and soothing, but contain important advice for the artist.

And when the broken hearted people living in the world agree
The singer acknowledges the pain of others and hopes they can come to a collective resolution.

There will be an answer, let it be
No matter how tough the situation, there will eventually be a solution.

For though they may be parted, there is still a chance that they will see
Even when people are separated, there is a glimmer of hope that they will one day come together.

And when the night is cloudy there is still a light that shines on me
Even in the darkness, the artist can see a positive aspect to hold onto.

Shine until tomorrow, let it be
The good things in life will hold on until the next day.

I wake up to the sound of music, Mother Mary comes to me
The singer is reminded of the comfort of Mother Mary and the power of music to inspire.

Yeah, let it be, let it be, let it be, yeah, let it be
Repeating the phrase 'let it be' conveys a sense of calm and acceptance.

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be
The advice of Mother Mary is still needed, but her words continue to provide wisdom and guidance.

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

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