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The Night Before (Lennon/McCartney)

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The Night Before (Lennon/McCartney)

A simple lost-love song written by Paul and picked from a number of demos chosen by Dick Lester as having potential for use in the film A Hard Day’s Night.

BBC Performances

See THERE WILL BE A SHOW TONIGHT: The BBC Performances for complete information on BBC performances and recordings

  • The Beatles Invite You To Take A Ticket To Ride – recorded May 26, 1965, broadcast June 7, 1965

Personnel

  • Paul McCartney – lead vocals, bass, lead guitar
  • John Lennon – electric piano, harmony vocals
  • George Harrison – rhythm guitar, lead guitar, harmony vocals
  • Ringo Starr – drums, maracas

Release history