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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4:09

"Across the Universe" is a song composed by Paul McCartney, originally released by The Beatles in 1969. The song was written during a period of intense creativity for McCartney, who was inspired by the transcendental meditation he was practicing at the time. The song's lyrics are a meditation on the nature of existence and the interconnectedness of all things. The song was first recorded in February 1968, during the sessions for The Beatles' self-titled album, commonly known as the "White Album." However, the song was not included on the album and was instead released as a single in December 1969, with "Two of Us" as the B-side. "Across the Universe" is characterized by its dreamy, ethereal sound, which is achieved through the use of a Leslie speaker on McCartney's vocals and a Mellotron on the instrumental track. The song features a simple, repetitive melody and a sparse arrangement, with only acoustic guitar, bass, and percussion accompanying McCartney's vocals. The song's lyrics are notable for their use of abstract imagery and wordplay, as well as their themes of love, peace, and unity. The chorus, which repeats the phrase "Nothing's gonna change my world," is a mantra of sorts, expressing the idea that despite the chaos and turmoil of the world, there is a deeper, unchanging reality that connects us all. "Across the Universe" has since become one of The Beatles' most beloved and enduring songs, and has been covered by numerous artists over the years. In 2007, a film musical of the same name was released, featuring a soundtrack of Beatles songs, including a version of "Across the Universe" performed by Jim Sturgess.

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