The Beatles were a British rock band formed in Liverpool in 1960. The group consisted of John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr.

They are widely considered the most influential band in popular music history.

Between 1962 and 1970, they created hit songs that helped shape modern music. Their sound evolved from rock and roll to include styles like psychedelic rock and Indian influences.

Key albums include “Abbey Road,” “Sgt. Pepper’s,” and “The White Album.”

Although the band broke up in 1970, its impact on music, fashion, and culture continues today. It holds the record for most number-one albums and singles on the British charts.

About The Song

“Hey Jude” is a 1968 Beatles song written by Paul McCartney for John Lennon’s son Julian. It starts as a gentle piano ballad and grows into an orchestral piece with the famous “na na na” chorus.

The song, which runs over seven minutes, offers words of comfort and hope. It became one of the Beatles’ biggest hits and remains a beloved classic.

Hey Jude Lyrics By The Beatles

Verse 1

Hey, Jude, don’t make it bad
Take a sad song and make it better
Remember to let her into your heart
Then you can start to make it better

Verse 2

Hey, Jude, don’t be afraid
You were made to go out and get her
The minute you let her under your skin
Then you begin to make it better

Bridge

And anytime you feel the pain, hey, Jude, refrain
Don’t carry the world upon your shoulders
For well you know that it’s a fool who plays it cool
By making his world a little colder
Na-na-na-na-na, na-na-na-na

Verse 3

Hey, Jude, don’t let me down
You have found her, now go and get her
(Let it out and let it in)
Remember (Hey, Jude) to let her into your heart
Then you can start to make it better

Bridge

So let it out and let it in, hey, Jude, begin
You’re waiting for someone to perform with
And don’t you know that it’s just you, hey, Jude, you’ll do
The movement you need is on your shoulder
Na-na-na-na-na, na-na-na-na, yeah

Verse 4

Hey, Jude, don’t make it bad
Take a sad song and make it better
Remember to let her under your skin
Then you’ll begin to make it (Woah, fucking hell!)
Better, better, better, better, better, better, oh

Outro

Yeah, yeah-yeah-yeah-yeah-yeah-yeah
Na-na-na-na-na-na-na, na-na-na-na, hey, Jude
Na-na-na-na-na-na-na, na-na-na-na, hey, Jude
Na-na-na-na-na-na-na, na-na-na-na, hey, Jude
Na-na-na-na-na-na-na, na-na-na-na, hey, Jude
(Jude, Judy, Judy, Judy, Judy, Judy, ow-wow)
Na-na-na-na-na-na-na (Na-na-na), na-na-na-na, hey, Jude
(Jude, Jude, Jude, Jude, Jude)
Na-na-na-na-na-na-na (Yeah, yeah, yeah), na-na-na-na, hey, Jude
(You know you can make, Jude, Jude, you’re not gonna break it)
Na-na (Don’t make it bad, Jude) na-na-na-na-na (Take a sad song and make it better), na-na-na-na, hey, Jude
Hey, Jude, hey, Jude wow
Na-na-na-na-na-na-na, na-na-na-na, hey, Jude
Na-na-na-na-na-na-na, na-na-na-na, hey, Jude
Jude, Jude, Jude, Jude, Jude, Jude
Na-na-na-na-na-na-na, na-na-na-na, hey, Jude
Na-na-na-na-na-na-na, na-na-na-na, hey, Jude
(Na-na-na-na-na-na-na-na-na-na-na-na)
Na-na-na-na-na-na-na, na-na-na-na, hey, Jude
Na-na-na-na-na-na-na, na-na-na-na, hey, Jude
Na-na-na-na-na-na-na (Make it, Jude), na-na-na-na, hey, Jude
(Yeah-yeah-yeah-yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah)
Na-na-na-na-na-na-na, na-na-na-na, hey, Jude
(Go listen to ya ma-ma-ma-ma-ma-ma-ma-ma)
Na-na-na-na-na-na-na, na-na-na-na, hey, Jude
Na-na-na-na-na-na-na, na-na-na-na, hey, Jude

You can watch the official music video of “Hey Jude” by The Beatles here:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What Is The Story Behind The Song Hey Jude?

Paul McCartney wrote “Hey Jude” to comfort Julian Lennon, John Lennon’s son, during his parents’ divorce. The song was initially titled “Hey Jules” but was later changed to “Hey Jude.”

Who Sang The Original Hey Jude?

The original “Hey Jude” was performed by The Beatles, with Paul McCartney on lead vocals.

Who Did Paul McCartney Write Hey Jude For?

Paul McCartney wrote the song for Julian Lennon to help him cope with his parents’ separation.

How Old Is The Hey Jude Song?

“Hey Jude” is over 55 years old, as it was released on August 26, 1968.