The Story of The Beatles Most Overlooked Single | 60th Anniversary

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The Beatles 3rd single was their first undisputed number 1 single in the UK and truly marked the beginning of Beatlemania. In this video we document that record's history from it being written on the tour bus, to the recording and mixing sessions and hear what song from Rubber Soul nearly replaced it. We look into the confusion surrounding the McCartney/Lennon credit and also cover the recent discoveries of live shows recorded a week before the single's release. We also find out why the song flopped in the U.S. and of course tell you what we think it the best sounding pressing. All that and more in this packed video!
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Thank you!

[@jongopok]

I find these videos a little oasis of calm in a mad, stressful world. They are some of the best Beatles videos on KZbin, hands down, I always look forward to watching them on Sunday afternoon.

[@Parlogram]

Wow, thanks, Jongo!

[@jasonwhiton174]

Agreed!

[@raymonddauphinais]

Superb

[@Freidlon7]

Please don’t mention Oasis in connection with the Beatles

[@yesman2755]

It’s hard to pin down how great these early Beatles singles were. The combination of the boys with George Martin was something that will never be equalled. Listen to any pop record from 1963 and nothing, absolutely nothing comes close. And on top of that it still sounds fresh and new today, 60 years on. Nothing short of a miracle. Good work Andrew.

[@fredstone5647]

Saw the boys perform live in 1965, Minneapolis, with my almost 14 year old ears. Gig lasted about 30-35 minutes; do that today and the place would riot. Your in-depth knowledge and attention to the slightest minutia is impressive. It's truly mind-boggling what you've produced and how you've presented the history of this group's recording career. Thank you for the time invested to showcase the band that really did change the music world with their collective genius.

[@Parlogram]

Thanks for watching and sharing your story, Fred.

[@thomastimlin1724]

Yes, and with the Beatles, if you did any longer than 35 minutes, there would be a riot too....

[@Mr._MatchIt]

I actually loved the version without the harmonica bit at the start. It’s creates a great rise of interest when you finally hear it during the bridge of the song.

[@paulreckamp7502]

I cannot recall people I grew up with, girls I dated, or significant events, but I can still sing and hear in my head, 'From Me to You' from memory. One of my favorites.

[@plasteredbastard]

as familiar as your morning routine

[@argusfleibeit1165]

Agree-- the built in record player many of us have is such a blessing. And they tell us musical memory is the last to go, so at least there's that to look forward to.

[@OuterGalaxyLounge]

Your videos always make me reassess records we've taken for granted and takes me back in those times, comparing the Beatles to the other music of those days, and making me realize anew how revolutionary and fresh they sounded.

[@IsaacWale2004]

Great song that often gets overlooked by fans - I don't listen to it much, but every time I do, I love it. (provided it's the mono version)

[@briteness]

Delightful, as always. Thank You Girl is such a great song. For me, the ending, where they do the "oh oh oh" bits, with Ringo's fills, then the harmonica blasts, gets me every time. It's the kind of excitement that I think I am supposed to feel with the "yeah yeah yeah"s at the end of She Loves You but really never do. The song captures perfectly for me that early Beatles energy that electrified the world.

[@frankbocchicchio1271]

Del Shannon covered and released this song in the USA before the Beatles---first Lennon/McCartney composition to be heard in the USA

[@magneto7930]

I had to wait for the 1962-1966 compilation to finally own From Me to You. I briefly heard it on the radio over the years so I did become somewhat familiar with it. Believe me, saving my allowance for anything Beatle-related was always more than worth it to me. They brought a lot of joy to my childhood. Once again, thank you for another great upload!

[@Parlogram]

Thanks for watching!

[@winstonoreggae6332]

GREAT, GREAT VIDEO AGAIN! This channel must exist forever, it brings such joy to us Beatles fanatics. Thank you!

[@Borella309]

Andrew's work is fast becoming the Holy Grail of all Beatle channels - I seriously think I'll need to be mildly sedated before the "She Loves You" deep dive appears!

[@Parlogram]

Thank you kindly, Sir!

[@allanf8578]

A bit of that What Goes On ... thank you so much!

[@Parlogram]

You're welcome, Allan.

[@KB-jz5rk]

Thank you Andrew for that bit of the What Goes On demo. What an amazing glimpse into Beatles history.

[@radiocameron]

By far the best Beatles channel on KZbin! Always look forward to your new vids!

[@Parlogram]

Thanks you! Glad you like them.

[@HornetKingOfficial]

Always a thumbs up from me, brother! Just when I think I know everything about The Beatles and their music, I learn something new and interesting! I'm soooo excited to see a "Help!" Album/single/movie installment 😁 (Hint hint 😉)

[@michaelcarpenter2498]

The minor chorus is wjat always intrigued me about this song. And after this it was just two track tape until 4 track tape came in for "i want to hold your hand." I think the difficulty of getting the synch for the mono mix could be a reason the stereo did not have the harmonica. That or they forgot to put it on or ran out of time. So now we are left with it. Yhe mono and stereo mix are both great. Thanks Andrew.

[@johncarsell1205]

The stereo mix of Thank You Girl without Dave Dexter Jr's 'special sauce' didn't see an official release until 46 years later in 2009.

[@billleary5779]

Thanks for the back story on this classic. It’s always been a favorite of mine especially having first been familiar with the Beatles with the Red album. Always felt this track was short changed in Beatles history. Thanks for sharing Andrew

[@Parlogram]

You're welcome, Bill!

[@stevekirk7066]

The Washington Concert version of Feb 64 always had a certain je ne sais quoi, as Ron Nasty would say.

[@tonythepostman]

What a joy you are! Brilliant!

[@TheBadVideoMaker]

The reissue of From Me To You in 1983 is what got me into The Beatles in the first place.

[@chriscampanozzi6516]

Fantastic information as always. Thank you.

[@Parlogram]

Thanks for watching, Chris!

[@SoloSi2024]

Always been my favourite Beatles song. It was mainly John's voice that made them stars in the early days.

[@JorgeGomez-zm9qr]

I agree with you. Lennon's voice was so thrilling... McCa and Harrison voices are very besutiful too but John's had something special

[@thomastimlin1724]

@@JorgeGomez-zm9qr John had the "edge," more bluesy and gritty, which complimented Paul's sweeter voice [although he could get gritty on Little Richard type stuff and in later years, it was just the Beatles' vocal formula]. And George had a low key approach to his vocals and was a great harmonizer in the middle of the chord in three part harmony. Ringo was just Ringo, singing just to have fun kind of approach, never pretended to be a anything more, yet some critics even today always picked on him for his vocals, to what purpose other than to be mean and feel important than they really are...

[@Withcare11]

I watch all your videos. This one I only managed to get halfway through. Thankfully, it popped up again and I finished it. Congratulations on picking the most appropriate title for this deep dive into the song that bridged the gap between British success and global pandemonium.

[@Parlogram]

Thanks for going all the way, Richard!

[@francoispedro3694]

😮 I'd never paid attention to the lack of harmonica on the intro. Actualy, I own a stereo version from the german "Beatles Beat" 70's reissue (my very first Beatles album, when I was 13, back in 1977) and I thought, because of the reverb, it came from Dave Dexter's kitchen (?). I have the 45 mono English reissue from 1976 where the harmo appears. I've never noticed that difference for more than 45 years... These documentarys are so precise. And Ringo's weird intro on From me to you is not a mystery, anymore. You really made it 👍

[@disneyfamily5158]

I'm so glad you're able to start inserting some audio clips....may it continue!

[@beatlemangle1712]

Thank you for a great video! Also thanks for a new snippet of What Goes On. I really hope I will hear a complete demo someday. 😊

[@nicknikipediacaulkin5943]

A fascinating video, Andrew, explaining how From Me to You was written, recorded and released. I really enjoy these in depth videos where you explain the origin and recording of a particular Beatles song and the best pressings to look out for. Another splendid presentation!

[@Parlogram]

Thanks again Nick. Glad you enjoyed it!

[@moondogaudiojones1146]

Wow! Did not realize all of the stories behind From Me To You. Really brilliantly told and the bit of the music really sinks what you do into reality. Let’s hope that live recording makes it out soon! Well done Andrew!!

[@Parlogram]

Thanks Brian. I hope so too!

[@jesserussell7242]

I hope so too I hope those entire recordings would resurface and be available on CD that would be great it would be fantastic.

[@alexabbott1817]

Thanks for all your amazing videos. Such great detail and high production value.

[@JudyMora-oq2rb]

My birthday is March 14 , 55 , so I was 7 right when From Me To You was being finished . I lived in So California , so WE All grooved to From Me To You, even as a 7 yr old little girl, I knew all the words, I listened to KMET 94.7 . The Beatles inspired me to sing , to hear harmonies, I could recognize each Beatle’s voice ,( at 7 old !) and to this day I still LOVE them all ( especially Paul) and I watched Ed Sullivan , and yes I screamed at both movies , I’m a fan forever ! Xxxooo

[@mars7934]

Interesting info about the songwriting credit. I always wondered why it began Lennon-McCartney on the LMD 45 but then switched to McCartney-Lennon for the next two singles and the Please Please Me LP (which of course includes Love Me Do and PS I Love You) then switched back again with SLY. I seem to recall The Fourmosts cover of Hello Little Girl from early 63 is also credited to McCartney-Lennon! I'll have to dig it out but I'm sure it is. Great video and info as always. Sundays are not the same without Parlogram! You da man!

[@saint6563]

Fab! Always enjoy the vids; this one is next level. Multiple segments, photos + a sound clip! Making it all seem new again, thanks.

[@Parlogram]

Thanks! Glad you like them!

[@TheTreyBlue]

Your videos are so good I always forget you are selling vinyls as well, your passion for this band is unmatched by anyone on youtube and it shows. thank you for your weekly videos and keep up the good work :)

[@Parlogram]

Thanks Trey. Will do!

[@TigerRogers0660]

Thanks again for the story on this song Andrew! While not one of my fave early 45s, it still has a place in The Beatles history! I bought "1962 - 1966" when it first came out & i agree this is a crystal clear mix of the song.

[@muses79]

Thanks for another thorough video Andrew! As usual, very enjoyable.

[@Parlogram]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@michaeldeutscher9167]

Another great video Andrew with plenty of information. I to hope the Stowes School concert will be released in full with improved quality. Maybe someday.

[@Parlogram]

I hope so too, Michael!

[@jasonwhiton174]

Loved it! Andrew, your videos are infinitely interesting, fun, and well produced. I often go back and re-watch to catch more details or check up recommendations. Thank you for your efforts! -Jason (Spy Vibe)

[@Parlogram]

Thank you for watching, Jason.

[@plweis7203]

Fabulous back story and insight. Thank you

[@Parlogram]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@oldermusiclover]

one of the first Beatles songs I fell in love with

[@mattgaskell945]

Great video as always, Andrew. I bought From Me To You when the 20th anniversary single came out in the U.K. in 1983. Still have it. What a joyous sound they made. Remember they tweaked it as ‘From us to you’ on the BBC radio shows.

[@Parlogram]

Thanks Matt. Glad you enjoyed it!

[@jefftipton2470]

I always look forward to seeing new content! Thank you very much! I love your work ❤

[@Parlogram]

Thank you so much, Jeff!

[@dennydowling2169]

As I was a young teenager in the 1960s, I have always been a huge fan of The Beatles. I recall hearing 'From Me to You' only occasionally on the radio at that time, but I was always excited to hear it. Our family had no record player in1964, so the radio was the only way for us to hear popular music at that time. By the time we got a small console stereo in early 1965, (after much begging to our parents), this song was no longer available in the places where I could buy records (mostly now-defunct chain department stores.) I finally got a copy of this song when I purchased 'The Beatles 1962-1966' compilation album in 1973.

[@Parlogram]

Great times, Denny. Thanks for watching!

[@Beatletoon]

Absolutely brilliant, as usual!

[@Parlogram]

Thank you, Mitchell!

[@TonyTN16]

This is absolutely fab! I love facts about their recordings. This should be on prime-time TV. Many thx

[@antoniodalfonso]

thank you, Andrew, for this instructive video, and for explaining at last that McCartney-Lennon Lennon-McCartney enigma!!! Finally!!! thank you ❤

[@moth7457]

I have noticed the McCartney-Lennon credit for years, which was a mini-phase the Beatles went through.

[@nardobombales6754]

From me to you One of my Favorite Beatles Singles Thank you sir Andrew

[@Parlogram]

Thanks for watching, Nardo.

[@edwardosborne2427]

Great video. From me to you and Ask me why also appeared on the Veejay Jolly What album as well, look forward to the next video.

[@Parlogram]

Thanks Edward!

[@kenq1363]

I’m so happy you make these videos

[@calebwright6151]

Another fine video Andrew. From Me To You was at number 1 when I was born on the 4th May so it has a special place in my heart. It’s great to have such a brilliant song at the top at that time. If I was born 10 years later it would have been Tie A Yellow Ribbon by Tony Orlando & Dawn.

[@Parlogram]

Glad you enjoyed it, Caleb!

[@mez5590]

Wow, great job as usual. None of this mattered as a young kid but now as a life long musician myself I find it fascinating. All I knew then was one had harp and the other didn’t. Keep up the great work!

[@Parlogram]

Thanks Mez. Will do!

[@Borella309]

Andrew's work is fast becoming the Holy Grail of all Beatle channels - I seriously think I'll need to be mildly sedated before the "She Loves You" deep dive appears!

[@nickelias5321]

Hi Andrew, Yes, I agree that the best stereo is on the original UK 62-66 but for Thank You Girl, it’s the Dexterized Second Album version that I grew up with that remains my favorite hands down. Oh yeah, and the 2019 45 is terrific. Great video as always !

[@Parlogram]

Thanks Nick. Glad you enjoyed it!

[@moth7457]

I prefer the mono version of Thank You Girl. The EP that I have that contains the song has McCartney-Lennon credit on all four songs. Even Love Me Do and Please Please Me have that credit. The Dexterized Second Album does not.

[@argusfleibeit1165]

I never bought many of the later re-releases and Beatle collections. Had no idea that I didn't have any recordings of "From Me To You". I have it recorded in my head just like the rest of them, so must have listened to it a bunch of times. Maybe my childhood friend, whose Dad bought her Beatles 45s, is the answer. We were so insane over the Beatles. I'm amazed that despite all the crap going on in my lifetime, at least we had THEM.

[@Paul_Wetor]

I didn't discover this song until I stumbled upon the British import "A Collection Of Beatles Oldies" around 1972/73. What a great song - why did America embrace "Love Me Do" but overlook this gem?

[@moth7457]

I am Canadian and was not aware of the Beatles until their debut on the Ed Sullivan Show in 1964. I did hear I Want To Hold Your Hand on the radio but did not know who it was. Then I thought the songs they sang on that show were their first ones. Not Love Me Do. I was not aware of that song until my brother received the Twist And Shout album for his birthday in May of that year. I received the Long Tall Sally album in June of that year and bought the Can't Buy Me Love single around that time too. But there was one more seemingly new Beatles song I became aware of. That would be Thank You Girl. And then there was the Dave Clark Five too. But I had no idea about the British or America Beatles album. They were not available in our stores. My knowledge the Beatles timeline was severely distorted until the early seventies.

[@markjosephbudgieridgard]

Absolutely love this channel as a massive Beatles fan it's right up my street!..... Your knowledge is absolutely amazing.... Just for the record my favourite Beatles song is Babies in Black.. Thanks for these superb videos much appreciated 👌👍

[@Parlogram]

Thanks for watching, Mark!

[@SQDLVR]

As always very informative Andrew. Thanks for uploading handsome

[@josehugodeoliveirainconfid7144]

Another great video from Andrew. Thanks, buddy!

[@Parlogram]

Thanks Jose!

[@jasonmackay7499]

Thanks Andrew for another excellent video. Wonderfully informative as always 👏 👌 Great work 👏 Jase

[@Parlogram]

Thanks again, Jason. Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Cosford869]

Been looking forward to this video Andrew. Thank you for your efforts to bring these to us.

[@Parlogram]

My pleasure, Dave. Thanks for watching!

[@PilgrimFL]

I was excited to find this single on VJ for 49¢ US in a bargain bin. Of course I cherish this purchase.

[@joelcrowservo]

Great episode, sir! I particularly enjoyed the almost “magazine” format of this one. And thank you so much for answering my question of Delta versions and “She Loves You!”. I’m really wondering how you’re going to explain the controversial amount of edits. But that’s still ahead of us! Thank you for your hard work; I really look forward to spending time with you every Sunday. In a streaming sense, anyway. 😊

[@Parlogram]

Thanks David. Much appreciated!

[@bobsoldrecords1503]

The 'edits' on She Loves You are tape dropouts. They're completely unheard on both Parlophone & Swan originals. The first place anyone published anything about supposed edits was a review of Past Masters 1 in Stereophile magazine. Now, seemingly everyone accepts it as fact, although it clearly isn't

[@joelcrowservo]

@@bobsoldrecords1503 that’s an interesting theory although I would have to disagree to an extent. There is a whole section that is clearly a different take due to the difference in Ringos hi-hat sound. I also feel like I remember someone talking about the tape on the edit points being redone at some point. There’s clearly a lot going on with this tape we may never know and plenty of mastering oddities (for instance, a whistle is clearly heard at one point on the Capitol master, and pretty inaudible on others. The whistle is important because we know what that means in a Beatles session). It’s all very interesting though and I think everyone is open to all ideas and information!

[@robadr13]

I was a teenager in a small town about 50 miles outside of Halifax, Nova Scotia in 1963. During the day we would listen to Halifax radio stations, but at night AM-band radio stations used to change their broadcast patterns to avoid interference with each other. The odd local result was that after dark Halifax stations were inaudible even 20 or 30 miles outside the city, but 50,000 watt American stations in New York, Albany, and even Buffalo came in quite clearly. So I was aware of both versions of 'From Me To You'. The American stations played Del Shannon, but the local Halifax station, CHNS, played The Beatles. Somewhere I may still have a copy of a weekly chart listing sheet from CHNS that shows The Beatles' version of 'From Me To You' at around number 20 sometime during the summer. It could have been the local DJ’s choice of which version to play, and the main DJ at CHNS at that time, Frank Cameron, was a well-respected DJ who could well have made such a choice. I don't remember any discussion about The Beatles at the time though, although perhaps I missed it. I had no idea who The Beatles were of course or even that they were English but I remember preferring their version of the song to Del Shannon’s, and it was unusual at that time in Canada to prefer anything vaguely 'local' if it was different from what was coming from the States. The Beatles' version had a different sound, not so formulaic, and it just felt fresher. We had friends visit us from Toronto that summer and their kids knew mainly the Del Shannon version, Toronto being much closer to the US border and with 24 hour access to American radio and TV. It's funny now to think about us discussing the relative merits of the two versions, when none of us knew what 'The Beatles' were about to become just 3 or 4 months later. I didn't hear 'Thank You Girl' until probably sometime in the spring of 1964, when it may have been charting all by itself. I've always liked the way the introduction feels a little 'wobbly', before it settles into the groove of the verse - a little like the physical experience of putting the needle down on the opening grooves of a record. 🙂

[@Parlogram]

Fascinating. Thanks for sharing your story. 🙏

[@robadr13]

@@Parlogram It’s a little strange to go into such detail, but I’m starting to realize it’s (small footnotes within a large) history!😅 I appreciate the work you put into your videos - they’re always interesting and well researched.

[@NottsUK]

In 1963 the Billboard National chart was the the Hot 100, From Me To You appeared in the Bubbling Under The Hot 100 chart.

[@davidclark2618]

Another great, informative video. I've read that the first issue of the stereo version came on the June 1965 German Odeon SMO 83 991 LP "The Beatles Greatest". Anyone else read this? This of course precedes "A Beatles Collection of Oldies" by 1 1/2 years.

[@mgconlan]

Thanks for letting me know why there's so much more harmonica on the U.S. version on "The Beatles' Second Album" than on the U.K. version. I'd always assumed someone ink the U.S. added that as a dub.

[@baberoot1998]

Wow. This guy, (or should I say, chap), is a Beatles...freaking, walking, encyclopedia. I thought I knew a lot about The Beatles. Amazing knowledge. Very enjoyable video, and spectacularly informative. Love The Beatles...love this channel.

[@Parlogram]

Wow, thanks!

[@thenerktwins]

I love these videos! So much amazing information and details. Thank you

[@Parlogram]

Thanks for watching!

[@geoffolehane]

Wow! I love all this information. Thanks for posting.

[@Parlogram]

Thanks for watching, Jeffrey!

[@NiftyPlymouth]

Great video, where history lives again 🎶🐈‍⬛. Thanxalot!! Greetings from Germany ☀️

[@Parlogram]

Thanks for watching. Glad you enjoyed it!

[@moth7457]

The time when you first get to know of the Beatles determines how you see them. Whether you first saw them at the beginning, before My Bonnie in 1958, or like in the I Wanna Hold Your Hand TV movie in 1964 or got to know about them after the group broke up and went solo. After 1970. I think that determined which singles and albums you favor. EPs too.

[@godoyflaviomilano]

Thanks a lot for another great video, Andrew!! I always learn new information about The Beatles with your videos and can’t wait to watch a new one! 😍 Congrats and thanks again!! 👏👏👏👏

[@Parlogram]

Thanks Flavio. Glad you like them!

[@trublu71]

I always enjoy your videos! So full of information and so accurate! And calming for me in this world that’s going upside down.

[@alanmusicman3385]

I think probably "From Me to You" and "Thank you Girl" was the last time that the Beates issued a single that had a "live" feel to it - i.e. one they could actually reproduce exactly playing live. Their next single "She Loves You" had a more massive sound (presumably overdubs) and "I Want to Hold Your Hand" featured vocal double tracking and then on from there multi-tracking and studio effects were very much a feature of their work. I suppose "Yesterday" was an exception to that rule, but that was never issued as a single in the UK until the late 1970s.

[@stuartshire]

Fantastic video Andrew ! Always wondered why the drums sounded phased at the start of the song !

[@Parlogram]

Thanks Stuart!

[@russellfarina9099]

Your videos are very well done, highly professional.

[@Parlogram]

Thank you, Russell. Much appreciated.

[@babylemonade2868]

Was never a big Beatles fan but now I’m appreciative of the early Beatles stuff now because of Andrew. Only ever listened to pepper and abbey road but not anymore. Thanks Andrew your channel really is one of the best.

[@Parlogram]

You're very welcome and thanks for watching!

[@48musicfan]

Very informative and entertaining as usual, Andrew! Have a great week!!!

[@Parlogram]

Cheers Roger. You too!!

[@Muninman]

Really interesting to find out how ignored it was in the US. Presumably fans had to buy an imported disc to complete their collection until the early 70s? I've always loved this song.

[@davidrauh8118]

In fact, From Me To You was slated for Capitol's Second Album, and they even had an acetate of the song. But was omitted before pressing took place. Perhaps because it was the beginning of only including 11 tracks on their albums instead of 12. Which seemed odd, since Meet The Beatles did have 12 songs. And later on so did Rubber Soul. But as you said, its exclusion on The Early Beatles made no sense whatsoever. I can think of a number of songs on their Second Album that I would have gladly given up for From Me To You.

[@Parlogram]

Interesting. Thank you!

[@joerizzo884]

Andrew, another great job as always - thank you! I agree with Jongo below: these really are some of the best Beatles videos on KZbin.

[@Parlogram]

Thank you, Joe. Much appreciated!

[@niha261]

Love this channel such great re search thanks for this video.

[@Parlogram]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@markjamesmeli2520]

Thanks once more! I've noticed most all of these things about both songs (mixes, etc.) but over time I've thought I was the only one that ever noticed, or cared, that much. Glad to know that, #1 - I'm not alone, and #2 - I'm not crazy!! So, since nobody asked - my favorite version of "From Me To You" and "Thank You Girl" are the full-on harmonica versions, in mono. Including the harmonica in the middle eight, call-and-answer part ("..way that you do," etc.) of of "Thank You Girl." In fact, Dexter's reverb suits TYG quite well, making it sound more like a "production" than just a "demo," in my opinion anyway.

[@petejones879]

I remember that bad winter of 63.. But unlike today they didn't close the schools.. Well my school anyway... I remember having to walk along a pathway dug out if the snow and it was like walking through a maze.. Instead off high hedges either side of me it was high banks if snow.. I would be 8 yrs old at that time

[@rickharper3940]

it was a chart hit for del shannon in u.s. many am stations wouldn't play the beatles' version for that reason. i remember hearing it on radio in '63. i was ten. never even heard of the beatles til the ads started playing for the sullivan shows.

[@klausdiemer8233]

In Germany the song FROM ME TO YOU was published in June 1965 on the album THE BEATLES' GREATEST (Stereo only). In fact FROM ME TO YOU was not a "great" hit in Germany at this time. The other songs on this album had been much more popular. Anyway, this video is really "great". Thanks!

[@johnqpublic314]

Great song, always been a favorite.

[@recordtime4923]

A great historical account of a song that is really not so “near and dear” to American hearts due to the fact that many people didn’t really become aware of it until 1973.

[@davidhigginbotham5451]

From Me to You is the penultimate early Beatles masterpiece. Years ago I played my original 45 over and over and over simply because I admired the 'middle 8' so much. BTW.... this is among your finest videos.

[@Parlogram]

Thank you, David!

[@rolandbogush2594]

Wow, thanks, Andrew - that was a real tour de force, explaining all the complexity! Excellent work 🙂

[@Parlogram]

Glad you liked it, Roland!

[@edwardrussell5989]

Another brilliant in depth review of events in 1963 Brilliant stuff Andrew

[@Parlogram]

Cheers Edward!

[@TheHutt]

Nice video once again!

[@Parlogram]

Thanks Peter!

[@anthonyvigliotti6560]

Another superb video, Andrew. Excellent subject. And what a great point in that this outstanding song (and magnificent studio performance) is often overlooked. I was always surprised that Capitol, with their abundance of LP configurations here in the USA, passed over FMTY. Thank you for a well-researched report and the added bonus of the best version fidelity-wise.

[@Parlogram]

Thanks Anthony. Glad you enjoyed it!

[@jean-marieboucherit4518]

Very informative and comprehensive. Thank you.

[@Parlogram]

Glad you enjoyed it, Jean-Marie.

[@alexandrebenois7962]

I listened to the song at least 1000 times without noticing there were two versions (with or without harmonica in the introduction).

[@Mr.-J-2024]

Excellent video Andrew. Thank you. I remember as a kid, in my excitement of purchasing the U.S. Help! LP (and not reading the track listing too carefully), that I would finally get "From Me To You" in my collection. Assuming that the Help! LP would be similar in format to the United Artist's A Hard Day's Night LP (a mixture of Beatle's tracks and soundtrack music), I still remember my disappointment when I played it and discovered it was "From Me To You Fantasy" instrumental... LOL. As you mentioned, I never got From Me To You until the 1962-1966 compilation. Really enjoyed this, and thank you for putting in some real snippets. Another great video. :- )

[@Parlogram]

Thanks again. Glad you enjoyed it, Sir.

[@edryba4867]

Hi from Hollywood, Andrew! I first heard “From Me To You” on a trip to Chicago in the 1960’s. It was my Instant Favorite on that very first listen. Why it took so long to get to an album is a mystery to me. But it reinforces my lifelong opinion that RECORD COMPANIES HAVE NEVER KNOWN WHAT THEY’RE DOING!

[@ricknbacker5626]

The two Gm bridges (being the 5th of the songs tonic key of C) are slightly different. The first one is sang in unison whilst the second one is sang in two part harmony. This newly discovered 'bridge' song writing technique by John and Paul would be used again on the song I Want To Hold Your Hand. Right down to using the minor 5th (this time a Dm to the songs tonic key of G) and staggered unison then harmony vocals. FWIW, I refer to any non verse/chorus parts that are repeated in a song a bridge. Where as an example of a middle 8 would be the middle section of Thank You Girl' "Thank you girl for loving me the way that you do..." as it only appears once in the song. Loving the 60 year anniversary series Andrew. Thank you sir, RNB

[@Parlogram]

Thanks for the information, Rick!

[@robertromero2928]

Spot on commentary on the single, From Me To You. So interesting the history of many Beatles songs. about this one so early in there recording career.....Harmonica so cool used only early on hits } can you say Please Please Me