You’re Gonna Lose That Girl – The Beatles

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You’re Gonna Lose That Girl is a song by the English rock band the Beatles from their 1965 album and film Help! Credited to the Lennon–McCartney songwriting partnership, the song was mostly written by John Lennon with contributions from Paul McCartney.

The song is a warning from a man to another man that he is going to lose his girlfriend if he doesn’t treat her right. The lyrics are direct and to the point, with Lennon singing:

I’m telling you, you’re gonna lose that girl If you don’t give her all your love I’m telling you, you’re gonna lose that girl If you don’t treat her right

The song is notable for its catchy melody, driving beat, and Lennon’s double-tracked lead vocals. It was also one of the first Beatles songs to feature a key change, from E major to G major in the bridge.

“You’re Gonna Lose That Girl” was released as a single in the United States on August 13, 1965. It reached number three on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, becoming the Beatles’ tenth consecutive top-five hit in the US.

The song has been covered by many other artists over the years, including Elvis Costello, Cheap Trick, and Green Day. It has also been featured in several films and television shows, including Help! (1965), Across the Universe (2007), and Mad Men (2007).

“You’re Gonna Lose That Girl” is a classic Beatles song that is still enjoyed by fans around the world today. It is a timeless song about love, loss, and the importance of treating your partner right.

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“You’re Going To Lose That Girl”