The Beatles' Last Song (Beginner)

The Beatles just shared their final song, called "Now and Then." John Lennon wrote it in 1977, sang and recorded it at home in 1979. The other Beatles added to it over the years. They used smart technology to make it sound like they all recorded it together. It's on a double-A side single, with the other side being a new mix of their first song, "Love Me Do," from 1962. "Now and Then" is also the last track on a new edition of their best hits album from 1967-1970.

Paul McCartney, a member of the Beatles, talked about the song. He said it's emotional and all of them played on it. McCartney is thrilled to release a new song in 2023. He finds it exciting to still work on Beatles music. He's happy to hear John Lennon's voice, which he describes as "crystal clear." Lennon passed away in 1980. Ringo Starr, the Beatles' drummer, mentioned how recording the song felt like having Lennon back in the room. It's a very emotional experience for all of them.

Testing your understanding:

True or false: 

1. The Beatles just released their final song, called "Now and Then.

2. John Lennon wrote and recorded "Now and Then" in 1979.

3. The other Beatles did not contribute to the song "Now and Then.

4. "Now and Then" is the first song on a double-A side single.

5. "Love Me Do" is the other side of the double-A side single.

6. "Now and Then" is the last track on a new edition of the Beatles' best hits album.

7. Paul McCartney is no longer a member of the Beatles.

8. Paul McCartney described "Now and Then" as emotional.

9. All of the Beatles played on "Now and Then.

10. John Lennon passed away in 1970.

Pick the right answer:

1. When was the song "Now and Then" written by John Lennon?

a 1962

b 1977

c 1979

d 1980

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2. How did the Beatles use technology to create the song?

a They used smart technology to make it sound like they all recorded it together.

b They used virtual reality to perform the song.

c They used artificial intelligence to write the lyrics.

d They used holograms to project themselves while recording.

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3. What is the other side of the double-A side single?

a "Now and Then"

b "Love Me Do"

c "Crystal Clear"

d "Best Hits Album"

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4. Which album does "Now and Then" appear on?

a A new edition of their best hits album from 1967-1970

b A new edition of their best hits album from 1970-1980

c A new edition of their best hits album from 1962-1967

d A new edition of their best hits album from 1980-1990

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5.Who mentioned that recording the song felt like having John Lennon back in the room?

a Paul McCartney

b Yoko Ono

c Ringo Starr

d Eric Claption 

Answer Key: 

True and False: 

1. True

2. False - - John Lennon wrote it in 1977 and recorded it at home in 1979.

3. False - - The other Beatles added to it over the years.

4. False - - "Now and Then" is the last track on a new edition of the Beatles' best hits album.

5. True

6. True

7. False - - Paul McCartney is still a member of the Beatles.

8. True

9. True

10. False - - John Lennon passed away in 1980.

Pick the right answer key:

1. C

2. A

3. B

4. A

5. B