“Blackbird” is the name of a well-known song composed by Paul McCartney and performed by The Beatles. It was first published on The Beatles’ 1968 record The Beatles (today referred to as the “White Album”). A very simple song, with McCartney’s acoustic guitar as the single musical instrument and his voice giving the only words, but its themes are powerful.
Using the symbol of a blackbird, McCartney sings about freedom, supporting civil rights for black Americans, and clinging to optimism during troubled times.
Blackbird Singing In The Dead Of Night Lyrics
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Title | Blackbird |
| Writer/Composer | Paul McCartney |
| Performed By | The Beatles (primarily Paul McCartney) |
| Release Year | 1968 (on The Beatles album, also known as the “White Album”) |
| Theme | Empowerment, freedom, overcoming adversity, civil rights, and hope |
| Musical Style | Acoustic, folk-inspired with simple guitar and emotive vocals |
| Content | The lyrics use the metaphor of a blackbird to convey themes of struggle and the desire for freedom, often interpreted as a reference to the Civil Rights Movement. |
| Cultural Influence | Influenced by the political climate of the 1960s, particularly the Civil Rights Movement in the United States |
| Target Audience | Fans of The Beatles, listeners of politically charged and emotionally resonant music |
| Legacy | “Blackbird” is considered one of The Beatles’ most iconic and enduring songs, widely praised for its lyrical depth and musical simplicity. |
Blackbird Singing In The Dead Of Night Lyrics
Blackbird singing in the dead of night
Take these broken wings and learn to fly
All your life
You were only waiting for this moment to arise
Blackbird singing in the dead of night
Take these sunken eyes and learn to see
All your life
You were only waiting for this moment to be free
Blackbird fly, blackbird fly
Into the light of a dark black night
Blackbird fly, blackbird fly
Into the light of a dark black night
Blackbird singing in the dead of night
Take these broken wings and learn to fly
All your life
You were only waiting for this moment to arise
You were only waiting for this moment to arise
You were only waiting for this moment to arise
