Almost none of The Beatles‘ songs are directly about holidays. Despite this, The Beatles’ “Lady Madonna” is perfect for Mother’s Day. Paul McCartney revealed the song was inspired by the Virgin Mary, as well as his personal feelings about mothers.
The Beatles | CBS Photo Archive / Contributor The Beatles’ ‘Lady Madonna’ is the greatest Mother’s Day song ever
“Mother’s Day” is a ubiquitous holiday, yet there are so few songs about motherhood. Of course, a song about that topic could easily become sentimental and treacly. “Lady Madonna” is a great Beatles song that doesn’t get overly sentimental, though it clearly sympathizes with the plight of working women. The track’s nod to the lyrics of the nursery rhyme “Three Blind Mice” add to its maternal feel.
Beyond that, the song’s groove is tremendous. It might be the best rhythm and blues song the Fab Four ever recorded.
The Beatles | CBS Photo Archive / Contributor The Beatles’ ‘Lady Madonna’ is the greatest Mother’s Day song ever
“Mother’s Day” is a ubiquitous holiday, yet there are so few songs about motherhood. Of course, a song about that topic could easily become sentimental and treacly. “Lady Madonna” is a great Beatles song that doesn’t get overly sentimental, though it clearly sympathizes with the plight of working women. The track’s nod to the lyrics of the nursery rhyme “Three Blind Mice” add to its maternal feel.
Beyond that, the song’s groove is tremendous. It might be the best rhythm and blues song the Fab Four ever recorded.
- 5/14/2023
- by Matthew Trzcinski
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
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