The Beatles changed the world with three simple words: Yeah, Yeah, Yeah—and we’re here to overthink (and over-drink) every last one of them. This week, we take a deep dive into She Loves You with James Campion, author of Take a Sad Song: The Emotional Currency of Hey Jude. We discuss everything from Paul’s dad’s questionable lyrical edits to the harmonic genius behind this early Beatles barnburner. Plus, we take a few detours into dramatic readings, home decor philosophies, and the eternal question—does this song still slap after five pints?
Where does this iconic track land on our ever-expanding, ever-argued-over Big Ol’ List of Beatles Songs? Tune in, pour one out, and find out. Out now—dig it!
Where does this absolute ripper land on our big ol’ list of Beatles tunes? Stick around, pour another round, and find out.
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Hosts: Becker and Tommy
Guest: James Campion
Executive Producer: Scotty C.
Musical Supervisor: RB (@ryanobrooks)
Associate Musical Supervision: Tim Clark (@nodisassemble)
In-House Artist: Colin Driscoll (@theroyal.we)
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