Ha, I'm 69 and I have heard pretty well all Beatle songs a thousand times. They never cease to amaze me. Am so glad I grew up with the Beatles , it was always pleasant and positive music. Greetings from Canada.
@Fat Jack Yep, sounds like me, my hair is mostly gone. I visit England regularly, lived there in the seventies for 5 years, Still have a son in Hereford. Love the history there. You are blessed with the greatest pubs in the world. My local is the Black Swan in Much Dewchurch, Hereford, was built in the 1400's. Can't beat it.
Groeten uit Canada! I'm 70 and grew up to the Beatles. Always astounded me how they could pack so much music into 2 1/2 minutes. And the timbre of John and Paul's tone resonated perfectly with each other.
It's not just the harmonies that make this song stand out, its the remarkable use of flattened minor and diminished minor chords that give it that pretty melancholic sound
I loved this song from the day it was released. It never gets old. Another beautiful early Lennon composition is This Boy.... stunning harmonies that will fill your ears with even more candy.
@@famat161 I was 14 or 15. Like you (I imagine) having to sit around and wait for a new (and never heard before album) was sweet agony. And they NEVER disappointed.
This is probably John's first best song. Lots of good changes and clever lyrics. Awesome harmonies. He was just starting to create his best stuff with this song, breaking slightly from the simpler bubble gum songs.
I’m not only a fan, but an expert in the music of Lennon and McCartney. I’m sure to affirm that this is the most underrated song of the Beatles. The musician Henry Mancini noticed that and performed his own piano version with the presence of Lennon and McCartney. Historical and beautiful
'...an expert in the music of Lennon and McCartney. I’m sure to affirm that this is the most underrated song of the Beatles...' So you claim to be an 'expert' in the music of Lennon & McCartney? Self praise is no recommendation whatoever. Who appointed you an 'expert'? And you then go on to say that 'If I fell' was the most underrated song of the Beatles! You, a self-proclaimed expert say that! So what's your head-count for those who say it's underrated, and those who don't? If you think that, then back under your stone, mate, as you are talking absolute shite! From someone from the Holy City for whom the 1960s were my teenage years, so I know what I'm talking about...
@@Pokafalva I also know what I’m talking about. I was lucky to see them live many times in the Cavern when they were famous only in Liverpool. And yes, I’m an expert of their music. And yes, If I Fell is their most underrated song, in my opinion.
OMG, memories, memories - I'm 76 now and remember dancing with my friends on Saturday evenings, especially one. How could a 17 year girl not hope to stay with my one and only !
Among the many gifts the Beatles had was the quality of their voices. Although you could always tell whose voice was singing lead, when they sang harmonies, their voices melded so beautifully! What a group!
When John, Paul and George sing 3 part harmony it is heaven. You must check out the last time they did this together, on their last album - Because. Also a Lennon composition.
Hi@@Lucille_McCartney73, You are right and I was wrong. It's 3 part harmony - even with 99 singers it wouldn't be more; just sounded bigger. I can clearly hear the 3 voices. For some reason I'm a biased person: once being told a certain way, I distrust my own perception. And worse: I tell it others :/ I am that stupid. My apologies Ralph Cordon
I went to a very small high school in New Hampshire, USA when this song came out. We girls (cheerleaders) would ride on the same bus as the players to “away” games and we would be in the front of the bus and sing this song a capella harmonizing on the way home. The boys in the back of the bus would go quiet and listen to us.
"If I fell" was featured on the Beatles' third album, A HARD DAY'S NIGHT (1964). It was a part of the soundtrack of their first movie (also titled A HARD DAY'S NIGHT). During the film, the Beatles perform "If I Fell" twice: for a mock rehearsal sequence and at the concert that ends the movie.
The beauty and the brilliance of the Beatles harmonies is that they are deceptively simple. The melodies and the lyrics go by so easily that the complexity of the songwriting and the arranging just kind of gets missed. Which, in and of itself, isn't always bad. The 'hum-a-long" nature of the tune and simple hooks made the songs stick in your mind - even if you didn't know all the words. "And I Love Here" "Ringo's Theme (This Boy)" "I'm Happy Just To Dance With You" "Paperback Writer" "All You Need Is Love"
All those long hours gigging in Hamburg gave them an almost superhuman ability to craft unbelievable harmonies that compel and hold peoples' attention.
I don't know if you've done it yet, but my favorite Beatles "sweet" song is "And I Love Her". It's a Paul song, and I'm usually a John guy, but the melody is so gorgeous it just melts me every time.
After all these years of being a Beatles fan, And I Love her is definitely in my top 10, possibly top 5. And to my pleasant surprise, is among many fan’s favorites, too. If I Fell also remains to be one of my favorites, and I to my surprise, it’s hardly mentioned. It’s such a beautiful song
So many rock snobs tend to overlook these halcyon days, but it will always be the "mop top" Beatles for me. Heavenly is the correct word do describe them. The toppermost of the poppermost!!!
This lovely song doesn't help my argument because it's not a single xd but their "red album" singles were mostly stronger than their later singles to me. I love both for different reasons but yes I agree with you. From I saw her standing there to In my life.
Absolutely the finest harmony the Beatles ever did . Such a simple tune, yet sooo romantic. Your 100% right: it's so pretty . I did this harmony with Paul (my friend Paul L.) many years ago on a Valentine's Day show we did at an art center in NY City. Of all the songs we did, this one was requested by the audience as a replay .
I’ve always loved the harmony and melody of this song, but I never knew, until last week, that Lennon sings the melody and then switches to do the harmony. There’s several good videos that showcase this and it’s so impressive
"If I fell" was part of their live program in 1964. John Lennon and Paul McCartney sang it side by side. Too much of a good thing for quite a few girls, who then fell into a blissful swoon. There are also some live videos of the song on youtube.
So glad you picked this one. I always thought "If I Fell" was overlooked among the Beatles songbook. IMO, it's one their all-time greatest songs, and a Lennon masterpiece on par with Strawberry Fields or A Day in the Life. Amazingly clever chord changes (especially after the intro and on the middle eight), ethereal harmonies, the kind of songs that sounds perfect from the first note to the last...
"Lennon masterpiece...Amazingly clever chord changes (especially after the intro and on the middle eight)" Interesting note: John told David Sheff in 1980 that "Paul gave me the middle eight on the F"
From the Hard Day's Night album, an album packed from start to finish with great sing-alongs. No wonder the world had Beatlemania. How can anyone not help but love them?
I believe this is one of their best efforts and not given the credit. Everyone loves it, me included. John does the low end of the harmony and Paul does the high part. What I love about it is it start with John solo then they do harmony. I love the way that it's harmony and then John and Paul sing together, no harmony. So, it's no harmony then harmony the same then harmony and back and forth. When people sing along, they seem to always sing Paul's high part. It isn't that easy to sing John's part. I finally was able to zero in on John's voice and now when I hear it, I sing John's part. I agree with you 100% on your comment of the song being 'ear candy. That's exactly what I think to. When The Beatles were first starting out (after their big splash on The Ed Sullivan Show), they were writing 3 songs a day. At one point, in the beginning, they had 5 songs in the top 10 at once. I believe when the did the Ed Sullivan Show they had something like 72 million people watching. Not all that much by today's standards with so many channels with cable. At that time there were only 3 stations to watch. ABC-TV, CBS-TV and NBC-TV. So numbers like they drew were unheard-of. These guys were bigger than big and their music is still loved today by all ages. Great reaction my friend. I'll be watching you again. Stay safe.
You have to listen to Till there was you!!!! And John singing Julia. About his mom. And Paul singing I Will. Ahhhhhhh.........They sound so young and innocent.
I used to be a wedding DJ...I recommended this song for the wedding party during the ceremony...to walk down the aisle to before the bride goes down...everyone loved it...
Going all the way back to high school, every time that I had a bad or stressful day, I always hopped in the car, cranked the Beatles and drove until I felt better.
I love your Beatles Reaction to “If I Fell”! Thank you for the English Captions; it made listening and following the Lyrics with my two hearing aid much easier! God bless you! 🤠
aThe Beatles reinvented themselves and their music many times as they grew personally and musically. All their music is genius, but their early albums - like this one - hold a special place in my heart. Thank you for this one.
One of my all-time favorites, and a perfect example of why Lennon and McCartney went together so well. Such an amazing blend of voices. Throw in George's playing on the 12 string and you have musical perfection. You can see the Everly brothers influence here. For some other great examples of their harmonies try 'This Boy' and 'Because' for three part harmony, and 'Baby's In Black', 'I'll Be Back' and 'I Don't Want To Spoil The Party'. There are lots of others, those are just some of my personal favorites.
Do not worry, many people are happy with your Beatles' journey, it's always pleasant to see newcomers enjoying their music. In your free time you can take a look at the version in the movie, very very good, John sings it to Ringo who is upset and really serious, finally Ringo smiles to John and that's the best part of the song, it's lovely.
@@HarriBestReactions I always spend Fridays listening to this channel because I need to unwind with the great music and peaceful friendship here and begin the weekend properly. Thank you, Harri. All the best.
It's a gorgeous song and, once those beautiful harmonies begin, it's almost impossible to figure who is singing lead. With every album, they showed how fast they were evolving and experimenting. I love so many other bands' music, but no one comes close to The Beatles.
Thank you so much for getting to this song. It has always been one of my favorites precisely for the reasons you just described perfectly. I knew you would love it. Thank you again. 😍
Another beautiful song (even more so, in my opinion) from that album is the exquisite "And I Love Her" with George playing a haunting Spanish guitar. Imagine being a little kid and going to the theater to see "A Hard Day's Night" when it came out, and getting to watch the Beatles perform songs like this.
The song that switched me on to the Beatles... In fact it was just the harmony where it changes key. One little piece which was magical and so different.
One of my favorites! I was a 13 year-old kid when it was on the radio, trying to figure out jr. high school love. You are right, a beautiful, sweet song. Thanks
Agree Hari! One of their best harmonies! Here it’s just john n Paul. Even more magic when George chimes in. Agree with another comment to try This Boy. Also YES IT IS!
From the Hard Day's Night album and featured in the movie of the same name - surprised as a fan you haven't seen it. The intro has a very adventurous chord progression. I can hear the influence of the Everly Brothers in the vocals.
You made me remember how great ELO was. Listening to my favorite one. Telephone Line. Thank you!!! So, there lead singer Jeff L. Sang at George Harrison tribute concert. An article said John Lennon called them the sons of the Beatles. And that he thought they sounded like Sgt. Pepper album. That song sounds a little like Queen too. So much great music back then.
Loved watching your reaction. Never tired of either Beatles songs or your reactions to them! More sweetness in store when you listen to "And I Love Her" and "This Boy" also from the early years.
There are so many Beatles songs like this one so just keep on listen to the Beatles and you will find dussins of them . I loved them from the very first album but realy feld their greatnes when Beatles For Sale came and the first song No Reply on the album has a speciall place in my hart. But every Beatles album has a plays in my hart now after 65 years of age . Can only agree with Mr van Dijk so greetings from Stockholm Sweden.
I always loved the line, "I found out live was more than Just Holding Hands," b/c their 1st US hit was "I wanna hold your hand." Get it?! They really did grow up with their entire generation.
Cool reaction . And they had no vocal training , they just dropped these harmonies with ease , and did it just as well live every time .Although there's a live If I Fell where John's voice cracks on the high note & he laughs . Try And I Love Her ,it was on the same EP from Hard Days Night , it's just as sweet . All this Beatles stuff is music I've loved for 50 yrs now , love seeing someone discover them .
I've always regarded this is a John Song but, in fact, it's one of those bed-sitting songs where John may have delivered tune and lyrics, but Paul's harmony is so integral that, sitting together, facing each other, it is a true Lennon-McCartney work. George's contribution was the beginning of having that High Harmony become his lifelong signature 'donation' to the Beatles as well as every other artist he worked with (I'm thinking of Wilbury's, Clapton tours, etc. In my mind, this song is followed by YES IT IS, which is a 9-part harmony recording. This is one of the songs that, in his later years when John was dismissive (even pissing on) 'his earlier work', I winced. "No no no-!!"
Amazing how John could be so critical of work that astounds the rest of us. "Yes It Is" Is a beautiful track that, if I remember, John said was a rewrite of "This Boy" that "didn't work."
If you think that was sweet, just wait till you hear "And I Love Her." I have really been thoroughly, truly enjoying your reactions, especially your Beatles reactions. And, wow! You're reacting to one of my favorite songs from one of my favorite albums from one of my favorite movies by my all-time favorite band. This song demonstrates the power of the Lennon-McCartney songwriting team: McCartney gave the song its romantic hues, if you will, while, you're right, Lennon does sound vulnerable, but he puts in his trademark, sinister, rock'n'roll guy twist to it. There is a romantic hope of new love in this song from Paul's angle, but John just has to make sure that he gets in his retaliation by making sure his former love is gonna cry when she finds out about his new love! I also think this song clearly shows how keyed in and tight The Beatles were to one another as a band--their talents lock in together and they meld together as one unit to make this beautiful song. This shows in their musicianship (they might not have been the most technically accomplished players, but they sure did sound good), the harmonies and writing between John and Paul (George's songwriting would develop a little bit later). I also love the scene where the Beatles "perform" this song during a "rehearsal sequence" in the movie A Hard Day's Night.
you will just swim in the harmony on Yes It Is, a song that was huge on the radio from an album with some great stuff but that gets forgotten, Beatles VI
I recall listening to a tape of this album in the 1980s and being simultaneously surprised at its primitivism and the absolute purity of the song-writing. Paul carries this, to some extent, but it's still a fabulous expression in harmony.
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I never tire of listening to The Beatles.
They had some of the most beautiful melodies ever written!
Classic Lennon/McCartney. Harmony & melody is mesmerising.
Lennon, McCartney, and Harrison. Three part harmony.
If you liked this song wait until you hear This Boy!
Or "And I Love Her"
Lennon's vocal in the bridge is epic
@@volatilemolotov2298 that's a Paul song tho
@@fidge54 Exactly. One of his very best moments.
@@ralphcordon5688 yeah, but I recommended it because it's another beautiful love song in the same vein as this one.
I’m 71 and I have listened to this song about a thousand times. Or maybe ten thousand, I lost count. Greetings from the Netherlands.
Ha, I'm 69 and I have heard pretty well all Beatle songs a thousand times. They never cease to amaze me. Am so glad I grew up with the Beatles , it was always pleasant and positive music. Greetings from Canada.
@Fat Jack Yep, sounds like me, my hair is mostly gone.
I visit England regularly, lived there in the seventies for 5 years, Still have a son in Hereford. Love the history there. You are blessed with the greatest pubs in the world. My local is the Black Swan in Much Dewchurch, Hereford, was built in the 1400's. Can't beat it.
Groeten uit Canada! I'm 70 and grew up to the Beatles. Always astounded me how they could pack so much music into 2 1/2 minutes. And the timbre of John and Paul's tone resonated perfectly with each other.
@@jamesdrynan The Beatles did a very good job of harmonizing. Them and the Beach Boys were exceptional
@@jamesdrynan Yes, resonating voices... I know what you mean. Ben je van Nederlandse afkomst? Greetings!
John and Paul seemed to be able to harmonize naturally. Even when they were fooling around in the studio they seemed to just fall into it.
It helps that they grew up singing together.
@@loosilu In 3:31 Paul can't keep from gigglin rsrsrsrs
My first Beatles Album. Just think, I've been there from the start.
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It's not just the harmonies that make this song stand out, its the remarkable use of flattened minor and diminished minor chords that give it that pretty melancholic sound
I loved this song from the day it was released. It never gets old. Another beautiful early Lennon composition is This Boy.... stunning harmonies that will fill your ears with even more candy.
"Girl" is better.
NEVER tire of the Beatles...ever!
I've always loved this song and felt it was grossly underappreciated. It isn't a big song, it's just a perfect song.
Exactly! My favorite Beatles song.
Who say's that the Beatles early stuff isn't great?! 'A Hard Day's Night' is a POP MUSIC MASTERPIECE!!
"So boys....were gonna make a movie. Can you rustle up some songs?" "Sure" [tosses off a few masterpieces]
They changed the title at the last minute and came up with the title song overnight.
@@jeffmartin1026And with the most famous chord in history to boot!
At that time, I was 12 or 13. I keep trying to think what song I could suggest but no single song stands out. All I feel is a blur of happiness.
@@famat161 I was 14 or 15. Like you (I imagine) having to sit around and wait for a new (and never heard before album) was sweet agony. And they NEVER disappointed.
@@jeffmartin1026 Thanks to Ringo for inspiring the title.
This is probably John's first best song. Lots of good changes and clever lyrics. Awesome harmonies. He was just starting to create his best stuff with this song, breaking slightly from the simpler bubble gum songs.
It's no wonder the Beatles took the world by storm. I've been waiting for this reaction; you didn't disappoint, my friend. Well done.👍👍
I’m not only a fan, but an expert in the music of Lennon and McCartney. I’m sure to affirm that this is the most underrated song of the Beatles. The musician Henry Mancini noticed that and performed his own piano version with the presence of Lennon and McCartney. Historical and beautiful
Thanks,I didn't know that.
The opening few bars alone are remarkable with effortless modulation and unusual chord changes - but sounds totally natural in Lennon's hands.
'...an expert in the music of Lennon and McCartney. I’m sure to affirm that this is the most underrated song of the Beatles...' So you claim to be an 'expert' in the music of Lennon & McCartney? Self praise is no recommendation whatoever. Who appointed you an 'expert'? And you then go on to say that 'If I fell' was the most underrated song of the Beatles! You, a self-proclaimed expert say that! So what's your head-count for those who say it's underrated, and those who don't? If you think that, then back under your stone, mate, as you are talking absolute shite! From someone from the Holy City for whom the 1960s were my teenage years, so I know what I'm talking about...
@@Pokafalva I also know what I’m talking about. I was lucky to see them live many times in the Cavern when they were famous only in Liverpool. And yes, I’m an expert of their music. And yes, If I Fell is their most underrated song, in my opinion.
@@ottocarson now now, children. Remember, All You Need is Love.✌
Paul and John's harmony was so bloody good.
I was 13 when this song came out in 64. I still love it today and play along with it on my Gibson J160E.
OMG, memories, memories - I'm 76 now and remember dancing with my friends on Saturday evenings, especially one. How could a 17 year girl not hope to stay with my one and only !
Among the many gifts the Beatles had was the quality of their voices. Although you could always tell whose voice was singing lead, when they sang harmonies, their voices melded so beautifully! What a group!
I remember listening to this over and over to learn both parts of the harmony
When John, Paul and George sing 3 part harmony it is heaven. You must check out the last time they did this together, on their last album - Because. Also a Lennon composition.
9 part harmony 3 overdubs
@@ralphcordon5688 well technically it’s only 3 parts with 3 overdubs for each but yeah
Hi@@Lucille_McCartney73,
You are right and I was wrong.
It's 3 part harmony - even with
99 singers it wouldn't be more;
just sounded bigger.
I can clearly hear the 3 voices.
For some reason I'm a biased person:
once being told a certain way,
I distrust my own perception.
And worse: I tell it others :/
I am that stupid.
My apologies
Ralph Cordon
@@ralphcordon5688 I wasn’t saying that you’re wrong. I was just sharing my opinion. Cheers!
@@Lucille_McCartney73
No, you were not saying it,
I was saying it, feeling ashamed
of my own stupidity :'-D
Slainte Ralph
I have always love this song
I went to a very small high school in New Hampshire, USA when this song came out. We girls (cheerleaders) would ride on the same bus as the players to “away” games and we would be in the front of the bus and sing this song a capella harmonizing on the way home. The boys in the back of the bus would go quiet and listen to us.
"If I fell" was featured on the Beatles' third album, A HARD DAY'S NIGHT (1964). It was a part of the soundtrack of their first movie (also titled A HARD DAY'S NIGHT). During the film, the Beatles perform "If I Fell" twice: for a mock rehearsal sequence and at the concert that ends the movie.
Another beautiful sweet Beatles' song is Here There and Everywhere
One of the most beautiful, sweetest, glorious sounds ever is the sound of the Beatles voices harmonizing.
Beatles ....Sweet...Songs.
Here There and Everywhere
Ask Me Why
This Boy
Yes it is
And I Love Her
Something
I love Yes It Is. So underrated.
And Because, I Will, Here There And Everywhere,..
Here ,there, and everywhere is as sweet as this song..Incredible song
I`ll be back
Please don't forget 'I'll Get You'.
Paul McCartney singing Till There Was You, From Music Man, is gorgeous!
The beauty and the brilliance of the Beatles harmonies is that they are deceptively simple. The melodies and the lyrics go by so easily that the complexity of the songwriting and the arranging just kind of gets missed. Which, in and of itself, isn't always bad. The 'hum-a-long" nature of the tune and simple hooks made the songs stick in your mind - even if you didn't know all the words.
"And I Love Here"
"Ringo's Theme (This Boy)"
"I'm Happy Just To Dance With You"
"Paperback Writer"
"All You Need Is Love"
rare that a whole song is done in harmony 😊
All those long hours gigging in Hamburg gave them an almost superhuman ability to craft unbelievable harmonies that compel and hold peoples' attention.
@@Itelkner 👍🎶
Not the intro though.
I don't know if you've done it yet, but my favorite Beatles "sweet" song is "And I Love Her". It's a Paul song, and I'm usually a John guy, but the melody is so gorgeous it just melts me every time.
I agree completely. I always associate these two songs together. Because they were the first 45 singles I owned.
That's the song that made my mother realize they were more than just another "Rock & Roll" band.
So many people are talking about this song in the coment section..Has to be done 😀
@@HarriBestReactions Absolutely!
After all these years of being a Beatles fan, And I Love her is definitely in my top 10, possibly top 5. And to my pleasant surprise, is among many fan’s favorites, too. If I Fell also remains to be one of my favorites, and I to my surprise, it’s hardly mentioned. It’s such a beautiful song
So many rock snobs tend to overlook these halcyon days, but it will always be the "mop top" Beatles for me. Heavenly is the correct word do describe them. The toppermost of the poppermost!!!
This lovely song doesn't help my argument because it's not a single xd but their "red album" singles were mostly stronger than their later singles to me. I love both for different reasons but yes I agree with you. From I saw her standing there to In my life.
One of the most romantic songs of all time. Makes my heart ache every time I hear it, almost like falling in love for the first time.
Lovely reaction, one of my all time favourite Beatles songs.
So innocent, unjaded, and yes, vulnerable. They could break your heart in under 3:00 minutes.
Id forgotten how stunning the harmonies are in this❤
Absolutely the finest harmony the Beatles ever did . Such a simple tune, yet sooo romantic.
Your 100% right: it's so pretty .
I did this harmony with Paul (my friend Paul L.) many years ago on a Valentine's Day show we did at an art center in NY City.
Of all the songs we did, this one was requested by the audience as a replay .
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It's always been one of my favorite Beatle songs.
I’ve always loved the harmony and melody of this song, but I never knew, until last week, that Lennon sings the melody and then switches to do the harmony. There’s several good videos that showcase this and it’s so impressive
"If I fell" was part of their live program in 1964. John Lennon and Paul McCartney sang it side by side. Too much of a good thing for quite a few girls, who then fell into a blissful swoon. There are also some live videos of the song on youtube.
It's worth watching. They almost look like one person.
Great song! Wait until you hear "And I Love Her", from the same album! Paul sings that one. Great album, the whole thing!
So glad you picked this one. I always thought "If I Fell" was overlooked among the Beatles songbook. IMO, it's one their all-time greatest songs, and a Lennon masterpiece on par with Strawberry Fields or A Day in the Life. Amazingly clever chord changes (especially after the intro and on the middle eight), ethereal harmonies, the kind of songs that sounds perfect from the first note to the last...
"Lennon masterpiece...Amazingly clever chord changes (especially after the intro and on the middle eight)"
Interesting note: John told David Sheff in 1980 that "Paul gave me the middle eight on the F"
From the Hard Day's Night album, an album packed from start to finish with great sing-alongs. No wonder the world had Beatlemania. How can anyone not help but love them?
Their voices are so sweet in this song. All My Lovin’ is great too. Love how it starts.
I believe this is one of their best efforts and not given the credit. Everyone loves it, me included. John does the low end of the harmony and Paul does the high part. What I love about it is it start with John solo then they do harmony. I love the way that it's harmony and then John and Paul sing together, no harmony. So, it's no harmony then harmony the same then harmony and back and forth. When people sing along, they seem to always sing Paul's high part. It isn't that easy to sing John's part. I finally was able to zero in on John's voice and now when I hear it, I sing John's part. I agree with you 100% on your comment of the song being 'ear candy. That's exactly what I think to. When The Beatles were first starting out (after their big splash on The Ed Sullivan Show), they were writing 3 songs a day. At one point, in the beginning, they had 5 songs in the top 10 at once. I believe when the did the Ed Sullivan Show they had something like 72 million people watching. Not all that much by today's standards with so many channels with cable. At that time there were only 3 stations to watch. ABC-TV, CBS-TV and NBC-TV. So numbers like they drew were unheard-of. These guys were bigger than big and their music is still loved today by all ages.
Great reaction my friend. I'll be watching you again. Stay safe.
You have to listen to Till there was you!!!! And John singing Julia. About his mom. And Paul singing I Will. Ahhhhhhh.........They sound so young and innocent.
Always love the early Beatles, simple lyrics, great harmonies, but they got so much better later on.
I used to be a wedding DJ...I recommended this song for the wedding party during the ceremony...to walk down the aisle to before the bride goes down...everyone loved it...
Going all the way back to high school, every time that I had a bad or stressful day, I always hopped in the car, cranked the Beatles and drove until I felt better.
I love your Beatles Reaction to “If I Fell”! Thank you for the English Captions; it made listening and following the
Lyrics with my two hearing aid
much easier! God bless you! 🤠
This is my favorite Beatles song of all time.
'If I Fell' is the first Lennon-Ballad.
Keep those Beatle reactions coming! Love it!
aThe Beatles reinvented themselves and their music many times as they grew personally and musically. All their music is genius, but their early albums - like this one - hold a special place in my heart. Thank you for this one.
One of my all-time favorites, and a perfect example of why Lennon and McCartney went together so well. Such an amazing blend of voices. Throw in George's playing on the 12 string and you have musical perfection. You can see the Everly brothers influence here.
For some other great examples of their harmonies try 'This Boy' and 'Because' for three part harmony, and 'Baby's In Black', 'I'll Be Back' and 'I Don't Want To Spoil The Party'. There are lots of others, those are just some of my personal favorites.
the Party is amazing....I was always blown away by No Reply
Do not worry, many people are happy with your Beatles' journey, it's always pleasant to see newcomers enjoying their music.
In your free time you can take a look at the version in the movie, very very good, John sings it to Ringo who is upset and really serious, finally Ringo smiles to John and that's the best part of the song, it's lovely.
Love this song, great harmonies and extremely chord intensive ❤️. Hard Days Night was a mostly John album.
The best channel on the Tube. Peace and love.
Thank you Don
@@HarriBestReactions I always spend Fridays listening to this channel because I need to unwind with the great music and peaceful friendship here and begin the weekend properly. Thank you, Harri. All the best.
@@doncourtreporter Very flattered and pleased to hear that..Thank you
@@HarriBestReactions It's so easy to flatter you. Your reactions are phenomenal and sincere and great fun. Thank you, sir. Keep up the great work.
That low part in the chorus harmony by John that 'walks up' in sync with Paul's high part is one of the prettiest things I've ever heard in a harmony.
I played this song in a band I was in back in the 80's. It's so unusual in that the lead vocals are actually the harmony.
It's a gorgeous song and, once those beautiful harmonies begin, it's almost impossible to figure who is singing lead. With every album, they showed how fast they were evolving and experimenting. I love so many other bands' music, but no one comes close to The Beatles.
Thank you so much for getting to this song. It has always been one of my favorites precisely for the reasons you just described perfectly. I knew you would love it. Thank you again. 😍
Always great story tellers. It's why they connect with sooo many of us.
Another beautiful song (even more so, in my opinion) from that album is the exquisite "And I Love Her" with George playing a haunting Spanish guitar. Imagine being a little kid and going to the theater to see "A Hard Day's Night" when it came out, and getting to watch the Beatles perform songs like this.
I think IF I FELL and DO YOU WANT TO KNOW A SECRET had the greatest openings for love ballots. Good job Harri.
The song that switched me on to the Beatles... In fact it was just the harmony where it changes key. One little piece which was magical and so different.
I agree. It has a simple, very pretty sound
"Here, There and Everywhere" has quite a pretty melody as well.
...and in less than 4 years from this song, they'd write "Helter Skelter". In less than two - "Tomorrow Never Knows". Just insane.
You should try "And I Love Her", is from the same album as this one.
Thanks for listening! They were a force that defined the '60s and beyond. They brought so much enjoyment and excitement to our lives....💖🎇✨
If I fell is from the 3rd album A Hard Day’s Night. Greetings from the Netherlands 🇳🇱.
One of my favorites! I was a 13 year-old kid when it was on the radio, trying to figure out jr. high school love.
You are right, a beautiful, sweet song. Thanks
I always think of the scene in Hard Days Night and that neat smile of Ringos as he starts to play
Agree Hari! One of their best harmonies! Here it’s just john n Paul. Even more magic when George chimes in.
Agree with another comment to try This Boy.
Also YES IT IS!
From the Hard Day's Night album and featured in the movie of the same name - surprised as a fan you haven't seen it. The intro has a very adventurous chord progression. I can hear the influence of the Everly Brothers in the vocals.
My first ever Beatles album and still my favourite. Bought it in 1965 or '66, not sure - or rather, my father bought it for us
I remember this song on a 45 . The flip side I believe was And I love her another great tune
Damn that's good. So simplistic, and those harmony intervals ! Wow!
Lennon had so much soul
You made me remember how great ELO was. Listening to my favorite one. Telephone Line. Thank you!!! So, there lead singer Jeff L. Sang at George Harrison tribute concert. An article said John Lennon called them the sons of the Beatles. And that he thought they sounded like Sgt. Pepper album. That song sounds a little like Queen too. So much great music back then.
Loved watching your reaction. Never tired of either Beatles songs or your reactions to them! More sweetness in store when you listen to "And I Love Her" and "This Boy" also from the early years.
Thanx Buddy
Another great early Beatles song in the same vein is "Here, There, and Everywhere"!
I love your assessment of this song. I have loved the song as long as I can remember, but you put a new light on it for me. Thank you.
I remember.on American Idol a contestant sang If I Fell. Randy was not pleased saying the dude screwed up one of John's finest songs!! I love it!!
Beautiful song. Listen to the song, and I love her from the same album
There are so many Beatles songs like this one so just keep on listen to the Beatles and you will find dussins of them . I loved them from the very first album but realy feld their greatnes when Beatles For Sale came and the first song No Reply on the album has a speciall place in my hart. But every Beatles album has a plays in my hart now after 65 years of age . Can only agree with Mr van Dijk so greetings from Stockholm Sweden.
I always loved the line, "I found out live was more than Just Holding Hands," b/c their 1st US hit was "I wanna hold your hand." Get it?! They really did grow up with their entire generation.
When you can't help but sing along, that's when a song is good.
such lovely sweet song
Cool reaction . And they had no vocal training , they just dropped these harmonies with ease , and did it just as well live every time .Although there's a live If I Fell where John's voice cracks on the high note & he laughs . Try And I Love Her ,it was on the same EP from Hard Days Night , it's just as sweet . All this Beatles stuff is music I've loved for 50 yrs now , love seeing someone discover them .
Harry best have you head the Beatles And I Love Her !!!!! Please don't miss it 😚 ❤️
I've always regarded this is a John Song but, in fact, it's one of those bed-sitting songs where John may have delivered tune and lyrics, but Paul's harmony is so integral that, sitting together, facing each other, it is a true Lennon-McCartney work. George's contribution was the beginning of having that High Harmony become his lifelong signature 'donation' to the Beatles as well as every other artist he worked with (I'm thinking of Wilbury's, Clapton tours, etc. In my mind, this song is followed by YES IT IS, which is a 9-part harmony recording.
This is one of the songs that, in his later years when John was dismissive (even pissing on) 'his earlier work', I winced. "No no no-!!"
Amazing how John could be so critical of work that astounds the rest of us. "Yes It Is" Is a beautiful track that, if I remember, John said was a rewrite of "This Boy" that "didn't work."
If you think that was sweet, just wait till you hear "And I Love Her." I have really been thoroughly, truly enjoying your reactions, especially your Beatles reactions. And, wow! You're reacting to one of my favorite songs from one of my favorite albums from one of my favorite movies by my all-time favorite band. This song demonstrates the power of the Lennon-McCartney songwriting team: McCartney gave the song its romantic hues, if you will, while, you're right, Lennon does sound vulnerable, but he puts in his trademark, sinister, rock'n'roll guy twist to it. There is a romantic hope of new love in this song from Paul's angle, but John just has to make sure that he gets in his retaliation by making sure his former love is gonna cry when she finds out about his new love! I also think this song clearly shows how keyed in and tight The Beatles were to one another as a band--their talents lock in together and they meld together as one unit to make this beautiful song. This shows in their musicianship (they might not have been the most technically accomplished players, but they sure did sound good), the harmonies and writing between John and Paul (George's songwriting would develop a little bit later). I also love the scene where the Beatles "perform" this song during a "rehearsal sequence" in the movie A Hard Day's Night.
I only watch your The Beatles reactions
Love the beatles reactions. I've always liked their early albums more for some reason, but it's the beatles and i dont dislike anything they made
Another one of My favorites.
you will just swim in the harmony on Yes It Is, a song that was huge on the radio from an album with some great stuff but that gets forgotten, Beatles VI
I recall listening to a tape of this album in the 1980s and being simultaneously surprised at its primitivism and the absolute purity of the song-writing. Paul carries this, to some extent, but it's still a fabulous expression in harmony.
Those harmonies!