The Beatles - Baby You're a Rich Man Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who wrote 'Baby You're a Rich Man'?

   'Baby You're a Rich Man' was written by John Lennon and Paul McCartney of The Beatles. The song combines two separate pieces: Lennon's verses and McCartney's chorus.

2. What instrument creates the unique sound in 'Baby You're a Rich Man'?

   The unique sound in 'Baby You're a Rich Man' is created using a clavioline, an early monophonic keyboard that acts as a forerunner to the synthesizer. John Lennon played it on its oboe setting, producing an Indian shehnai-like sound.

3. Where was 'Baby You're a Rich Man' recorded?

   'Baby You're a Rich Man' was recorded at Olympic Sound Studios in London on May 11, 1967. This session marked one of the rare occasions when The Beatles recorded outside EMI Studios (Abbey Road).

4. Was 'Baby You're a Rich Man' used in any movies?

   'Baby You're a Rich Man' was used in the 1968 animated film Yellow Submarine but did not appear on the soundtrack album. It also features at the end of the 2010 film The Social Network.

5. Did Mick Jagger contribute to 'Baby You're a Rich Man'?

   Yes, Mick Jagger attended the recording session for 'Baby You're a Rich Man.' While his exact contribution is debated, some sources suggest he provided backing vocals near the end of the song.

6. What was controversial about the lyrics of 'Baby You're a Rich Man'?

   There were rumors that The Beatles sang 'Baby you're a rich fag Jew,' referring to their manager Brian Epstein, who was gay and Jewish. However, this claim has been denied by The Beatles and remains unsubstantiated.