"I'll Get You", originally "I'll Get You In the End", is a quirky song. It's notable in that John and Paul sang together for the entirety of the song, "allowing the few occasions when they do harmonise to stand out." This one's another example of the ongoing disagreement as to who did the majority of the writing; some attribute it solely to Lennon, while McCartney states it was an equal collaboration. In addition, "McCartney recalls using Lennon's Menlove Avenue home as the writing base for the song. This was rare, as Lennon's Aunt Mimi, whom he still lived with at the time, was disapproving of the Beatles."
The lyrics themselves are interesting as well, particularly the choice to begin the song with "imagine", a word that travels a long way with The Beatles as a group as well as the individual guys. Below is a quote from Wikipedia regarding the use of "imagine".
The song's opening line "Imagine I'm in love with you" was innovative, as it drew the listener immediately into the story. McCartney would cite this as an early example of Lewis Carroll influencing their lyrics; a ploy explored again in later compositions such as "Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds", "Strawberry Fields Forever" and Lennon's solo "Imagine".
It's definitely a strong word, one that can fill the listener with creative imagery.
Another neat aspect of this tune is that the guys don't hide their accents. "Reiterating its A-sides' catchphrase ["She Loves You"], and assuming the heavy scouse accents conspicuous in their early records, Lennon and McCartney 'drawl their way through a mock-naïve love lyric'." The Liverpudlian singers didn't always let their accents shine through, however, as we'll hear in future songs. I liked this song--ignoring its slightly stalkerish lyrics, at heart it's a sweet love song. It kind of reminds me of a less intense version of both Blondie's "One Way Or Another" and The Police's "Every Breath You Take". Just... way less creepy. :P
Well guys, that's it for today! See you tomorrow. :)
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