The Beatles - Not a Second Time Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who wrote the song 'Not a Second Time' by The Beatles?

   'Not a Second Time' was written by John Lennon, although it is credited to the Lennon-McCartney songwriting partnership.

2. On which albums was 'Not a Second Time' first released?

   'Not a Second Time' was first released on The Beatles' second British album, 'With the Beatles,' and their second American album, 'Meet the Beatles!'.

3. When and where was 'Not a Second Time' recorded?

   The song was recorded in nine takes on September 11, 1963, at EMI Studios.

4. What influenced John Lennon while writing 'Not a Second Time'?

   John Lennon mentioned that he was trying to write a song in the style of Smokey Robinson when he wrote 'Not a Second Time.'

5. What is the 'Aeolian cadence' mentioned in the analysis of 'Not a Second Time'?

   The 'Aeolian cadence' refers to a major key song resolving on the vi chord, which is the tonic chord of the relative minor key. It’s a term derived from the Aeolian mode, rooted on the sixth step of the major scale.

6. What is unique about George Martin's piano part in the song?

   George Martin's piano part alternates not between G and E minor, but G and E major. However, examination reveals he plays open 5ths, chords with no minor or major 3rds.