Glee Cast - I Want to Hold Your Hand Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who originally wrote 'I Want to Hold Your Hand'?

   'I Want to Hold Your Hand' was originally written by John Lennon and Paul McCartney of The Beatles.

2. When was the original version of 'I Want to Hold Your Hand' released in the US?

   The original version of 'I Want to Hold Your Hand' by The Beatles was released in the US on December 26, 1963.

3. How did 'I Want to Hold Your Hand' perform on the US charts?

   'I Want to Hold Your Hand' topped the US charts, reaching #1 on February 1, 1964. It stayed at the top for seven weeks and became The Beatles' best-selling single in the United States.

4. Did The Beatles record any versions of 'I Want to Hold Your Hand' in other languages?

   Yes, The Beatles recorded a German version titled 'Komm Gib Mir Deine Hand.' They recorded it along with a German version of 'She Loves You' ('Sie Liebt Dich') in Paris on January 29, 1964.

5. What notable TV show featured The Beatles performing 'I Want to Hold Your Hand'?

   The Beatles performed 'I Want to Hold Your Hand' during their first two appearances on The Ed Sullivan Show on February 9 and 16, 1964.

6. How did Bob Dylan misinterpret a line from 'I Want to Hold Your Hand'?

   Bob Dylan thought the line 'I can't hide' was actually 'I get high,' assuming it referenced marijuana. He was surprised when he learned that The Beatles had never tried pot at that time.