[s6e2] Everybody's Got Something To — Hide Except...

According to John, the song was a direct reaction to the band's tension regarding his new relationship with Yoko Ono. In his final interview in 1980, Lennon explained:

🎸 Chaos, Paranoia, and The Beatles’ Wildest Masterpiece [S6E2] Everybody's Got Something to Hide Except...

If you have ever listened to The Beatles’ 1968 double album—affectionately known as the White Album —you have likely been jolted by track five on side three. It boasts the longest title in the band's catalog: . According to John, the song was a direct

Lennon kicks the song off with a counter-rhythmic guitar line that intentionally confuses the listener's sense of timing. Just as you try to find the beat, the rest of the band slams in. Lennon kicks the song off with a counter-rhythmic

At a tight 2 minutes and 24 seconds, it is a ferocious blast of pure, unadulterated rock power. But beneath its relentless, driving rhythm and screaming guitars lies a fascinating snapshot of a band on the verge of splintering. 🧘‍♂️ From the Maharishi to the Studio

Lyrical lore aside, the true magic of this track is the sheer musicianship displayed by a band that was supposedly falling apart.