A song with a message of sorrow and sadness in front of more than 54,000 people - "I'm Down" - 1965

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On this occasion, I'd like to review a feeling we've all experienced at some point in our lives. Of course, The Beatles, with all the fame and fortune they accumulated in almost eight years of their artistic and professional career, were not exempt from experiencing it on different occasions. I'm referring to the feeling of being down, of not being 100%, and ultimately, feeling sad and distressed. In fact, the song I'm presenting today is called "I'm Down."

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This song wasn't part of any specific album, but it belongs to the sessions for the album Help!; in fact, it was the B-side of that single. However, it was never included on that record, nor was it part of the soundtrack for the 1965 film Help! It did, however, play a prominent role in the legendary concert at Shea Stadium in New York, where Lennon played the organ with his elbows—imagine that! Hahaha. In fact, many music critics agree, and I also think so, that Lennon lost his mind and went completely wild for part of that concert. It's hilarious to see him jumping, leaping, and perching on the electronic organ during that memorable concert, which, by the way, was one of the first to be held in that type of sports venue. It's estimated that there were more than 54,000 people there.

This song was recorded in June 1965 and is credited to Lennon and McCartney, although it was written almost entirely by Paul, who was inspired by Little Richard. It has that unmistakable rock and roll flavor, like other gems of theirs. I think Paul composed it perhaps because of a heartbreak or betrayal; possibly, but the central theme of the song is one of sorrow, anguish, and sadness. Coincidentally, the A-side of the single is "Help!", which also addresses that discontent and sorrow over various life situations, so common at any stage of our lives.

We can see them playing the following instruments and characteristics: Paul on lead vocals and bass, John on electric organ, George on lead guitar and backing vocals alongside Lennon, and Ringo on drums. It was produced by George Martin and recorded at EMI Studios in London.

I'm impressed to learn that the sound system they used for that concert was a 100-watt Vox audio system from the British brand, which they connected to the stadium's own speakers. There was already a challenge there, since the more than 54,000 people screaming at the same time almost completely drowned out the sound they were producing. Furthermore, they didn't have a monitor mix, so they couldn't hear what they were playing. Nevertheless, that concert was a complete success, both in ticket sales and in terms of their performance. They played 12 songs, including their own repertoire and covers of other artists. That concert at Shea Stadium in New York in mid-August 1965 was quite an event.

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Well, my dear friends, that's all for this review dedicated to another Beatles song. I hope you enjoyed it. We'll see and read each other again soon... Blessings to all...!!!