Composer

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Paul McCartney

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Average_duration

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2:52

"I Want to Hold Your Hand" is a song composed by Paul McCartney and John Lennon, and it was first released on November 29, 1963. The song was recorded on October 17, 1963, and it was produced by George Martin. The song was released as a single in the United Kingdom and the United States, and it became the Beatles' first number-one hit in both countries. The song has a simple structure, with a verse-chorus form and a bridge. The verse and chorus are both in the key of G major, and the bridge is in the key of C major. The song is in 4/4 time, and it has a moderate tempo of around 120 beats per minute. The song has a catchy melody and a memorable hook, with the opening line "Oh yeah, I'll tell you something, I think you'll understand" leading into the chorus of "I want to hold your hand". The lyrics are simple and straightforward, expressing the desire to be close to someone and to share physical contact. The song is notable for its use of harmonies, with McCartney and Lennon singing in unison on the verses and harmonizing on the chorus. The song also features a prominent guitar riff, played by George Harrison, and a driving rhythm section, with Ringo Starr on drums and McCartney on bass. "I Want to Hold Your Hand" is considered a classic of the early Beatles era, and it helped to establish the band as a major force in popular music. The song's success paved the way for the Beatles' subsequent hits, and it remains a beloved and iconic song to this day.

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