The Beatles' Last Song (Advanced)

The Beatles have dropped their swan song, "Now and Then." Written by John Lennon in '77, he belted it out on the piano and laid it down in '79 at his crib. The other Beatles sprinkled their magic on the track over the years. Recording gurus, with a dash of AI wizardry, brought the song to life, making it sound like the Fab Four belted it out together in a studio. They launched it as a double-A side single, with the flip side featuring a fresh spin on their debut hit, "Love Me Do," from '62. "Now and Then" is set to wrap up the new edition of the Beatles' iconic "blue" album, a treasure trove of classics from '67 to '70.

Paul McCartney spilled the beans to reporters, calling the new song "quite emotional." He shared his excitement about still cooking up Beatles tunes in 2023 and dropping a new track that fans haven't laid ears on. McCartney was over the moon about the "crystal clear" voice of John Lennon, who met a tragic end at the hands of a fan in '80. Ringo Starr, the Beatles' drummer, spilled his emotions, saying recording the song was "the closest we'll ever come to having [John Lennon] back in the room." It was a "very emotional" ride for the whole crew.

Testing your understanding:

True or false: 

1. "Now and Then" was written by John Lennon in 1977.

2. The Beatles recorded "Now and Then" together in a studio.

3. "Now and Then" is featured on the Beatles' iconic "red" album.

4. Paul McCartney mentioned that the new song is not emotional.

5. John Lennon's voice on "Now and Then" sounds crystal clear.

6. Ringo Starr expressed that recording the song was an emotional experience.

7. The Beatles released "Now and Then" as a single with "Love Me Do" as the B-side.

8. The Beatles' drummer is Paul McCartney.

9. John Lennon passed away in 1980.

10. The new edition of the Beatles' iconic album covers the period from 1967 to 1970.

Pick the right answer.

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1. What is the significance of the song "Now and Then" in relation to the Beatles?

a It was written by John Lennon in 1977.

b It features the other Beatles performing together in a studio.

c It is included in the Beatles' iconic "blue" album.

d It is a new track that fans have never heard before.

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2. How was the song "Now and Then" brought to life?

a Recording gurus used AI wizardry to enhance the track.

b The song was recorded at John Lennon's crib in 1979.

c Paul McCartney played the piano while John Lennon sang.

d The Beatles performed it as a double-A side single.

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3. What can be inferred about the flip side of the "Now and Then" single?

a It is a fresh version of the Beatles' debut hit, "Love Me Do."

b It was recorded in 1962, the same year as "Love Me Do."

c The song is featured in the new edition of the "blue" album.

d It was produced with the help of AI wizardry.

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4. How does Paul McCartney describe the new song "Now and Then"?

a He considers it to be a treasure trove of classics.

b He believes it showcases the crystal clear voice of John Lennon.

c He thinks it is the closest they'll ever come to having John Lennon back.

d He describes it as an emotional ride for the whole crew.

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5. According to the text, what emotions did Ringo Starr experience while recording the song?

a He felt over the moon about the crystal clear voice of John Lennon.

b He considered it to be a very emotional experience for the whole crew.

c He expressed excitement about continuing to produce Beatles tunes in 2023.

d He believed it was the best song they had ever recorded together.

Answer Key: 

True and False: 

1. True

2. False - - The recording gurus used AI wizardry to make it sound like they recorded together.

3. False - - "Now and Then" is set to wrap up the new edition of the Beatles' iconic "blue" album.

4. False - - Paul McCartney mentioned that the new song is "quite emotional.

5. True

6. True

7. True

8. False - - The Beatles' drummer is Ringo Starr.

9. True

10. True

Pick the right answer key:

1. C

2. A

3. A

4. C

5. B