The Beatles - Mother Nature's Son Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who primarily wrote 'Mother Nature's Son'?

   'Mother Nature's Son' was primarily written by Paul McCartney, although it is credited to the songwriting partnership of Lennon–McCartney.

2. What inspired Paul McCartney to write 'Mother Nature's Son'?

   Paul McCartney was inspired to write 'Mother Nature's Son' after attending a lecture given by the Maharishi Mahesh Yogi while The Beatles were in India. He also drew inspiration from Nat King Cole's song 'Nature Boy,' which he heard growing up.

3. Did any other Beatles contribute to the recording of 'Mother Nature's Son'?

   'Mother Nature's Son' was performed by Paul McCartney alone, with a brass arrangement by George Martin. The other Beatles were working on different songs for the White Album at the time.

4. Where did Paul McCartney write 'Mother Nature's Son'?

   Paul McCartney wrote 'Mother Nature's Son' in Liverpool during a visit to his father.

5. How was the percussion sound achieved in the recording of 'Mother Nature's Son'?

   The bongo-style percussion sound in 'Mother Nature’s Son' was achieved by miking up the drums in the Abbey Road corridor.

6. Which song did John Lennon create that was also inspired by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi’s lecture?

   'Child of Nature,' which John Lennon later re-worked into 'Jealous Guy,' was similarly inspired by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi’s lecture.