The Beatles, who were chosen to represent the United Kingdom in the
“Our World” broadcast in the summer of 1967, were asked to write a simple
song that had a repeating message.
     Lennon came up, rather quickly, with the repetitive phrase “all you need
is love”, perfect for the summer of love. The “live” broadcast was done in
front of 700 million people worldwide.
     Actually the track had been pre-recorded and the band sang along “live”
whilst the broadcast took place, in case any “technical problems” arose.
     The B-side is full of backwards guitar which the authors have never heard
properly explained as to how they kept the sound in tune with the song!
     Another odd sound featured in the song is the use of a clavioline, which
only plays one note at a time!




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