Album Info
| Artist: | The Beatles |
| Album: | Let It Be |
| Released: | Europe, 2021 |
Tracklist:
| A1 | Two Of Us | |
| A2 | Dig A Pony | |
| A3 | Across The Universe | |
| A4 | I Me Mine | |
| A5 | Dig It | |
| A6 | Let It Be | |
| A7 | Maggie Mae | |
| B1 | I've Got A Feeling | |
| B2 | One After 909 | |
| B3 | The Long And Winding Road | |
| B4 | For You Blue | |
| B5 | Get Back |
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Description
"Let It Be" is the twelfth and final studio album by the English rock band The Beatles. Released on May 8, 1970, it was the last album to be put out by the band before their official breakup, although most of the recording sessions took place before the release of their penultimate album, "Abbey Road." The album was produced by Phil Spector, who was brought in to salvage the recordings from the "Get Back" sessions, which had been fraught with tension and conflict among the band members.
The album opens with the track "Two of Us," a gentle, acoustic number featuring harmonized vocals by Paul McCartney and John Lennon. The song is often interpreted as a reflection on the strained yet enduring partnership between the two primary songwriters of the band. This is followed by "Dig a Pony," a bluesy, somewhat nonsensical track sung by Lennon, which showcases the band's ability to blend complex musical ideas with simple, catchy melodies.
"Across the Universe" is one of the standout tracks on the album. Written by Lennon, the song features poetic lyrics and a dreamy, meditative quality. The version on "Let It Be" was heavily orchestrated by Spector, adding lush strings and a choir, which some fans and critics feel detracts from the song's original simplicity.
The title track, "Let It Be," is one of The Beatles' most iconic songs. Written by McCartney, it was inspired by a dream he had about his late mother, Mary. The song's gospel-like piano and uplifting lyrics have made it a timeless anthem of hope and resilience. The album also includes "I Me Mine," a George Harrison composition that addresses themes of ego and materialism. This track was the last new song recorded by the band before their breakup.
"Let It Be" also features "The Long and Winding Road," another McCartney ballad that became a number one hit in the United States. The song's lush orchestration, added by Spector, was a point of contention for McCartney, who felt that the arrangement was overproduced. This disagreement was one of the factors that led to McCartney's decision to leave the band.
One of the more upbeat tracks on the album is "Get Back," a rock and roll number that was released as a single prior to the album's release. The song features Billy Preston on electric piano, and its live, unpolished feel captures the original intent of the "Get Back" sessions, which was to return to The Beatles' roots as a live rock band.
The album also includes "For You Blue," another Harrison composition, which is a straightforward blues number featuring slide guitar. "One After 909," a Lennon-McCartney song that dates back to the band's early days, is a rollicking track that showcases their love for early rock and roll.
"Let It Be" closes with "Get Back (Reprise)," a brief, energetic coda that brings the album full circle. The album's production and the circumstances surrounding its creation have made it one of the more controversial entries in The Beatles' discography. Some fans and critics feel that Spector's heavy-handed production detracts from the raw, live feel that the band originally intended, while others appreciate the grandeur and polish that he brought to the recordings.
In 2003, McCartney oversaw the release of "Let It Be... Naked," a remixed and remastered version of the album that strips away Spector's orchestration and presents the songs in a more straightforward, unadorned form. This version was generally well-received and provided fans with a new perspective on the album.
Despite the controversies and the turbulent circumstances of its creation, "Let It Be" remains a significant and beloved part of The Beatles' legacy. Its mix of poignant ballads, rock and roll energy, and introspective lyrics captures the complexity and brilliance of a band that changed the course of popular music.
