My Bonnie Tony Sheridan (Ft. The Beatles)

"My Bonnie," performed by Tony Sheridan featuring The Beatles, is a #Rock ballad released in 1961. The song expresses longing and nostalgia for a beloved named Bonnie, evoking themes of love and loss. Its melodic structure combines folk influences with early rock elements, showcasing The Beatles' harmonies and Sheridan's vocals. The song played a significant role in introducing The Beatles to a broader audience, contributing to their early popularity in Germany and setting the stage for their later success. Its emotional resonance and simple yet poignant lyrics continue to resonate with listeners.

[Anthology 1 - Speech: Paul McCartney]
And we made a recording with him called "My Bonnie" which got to number five in the German hit parade but *laughs* it never... it didn't do a thing over here

[Pre-Chorus]
My Bonnie lies over the ocean
My Bonnie lies over the sea
My Bonnie lies over the ocean
Oh bring back my Bonnie to me

[Pre-Chorus]
My Bonnie lies over the ocean
My Bonnie lies over the sea
Well my Bonnie lies over the ocean
Yeah bring back my Bonnie to me

[Chorus]
Yeah bring back, ah bring back
Oh bring back my Bonnie to me to me
Oh bring back, oh bring back
Oh bring back my Bonnie to me

[Pre-Chorus]
Well my Bonnie lies over the ocean
My Bonnie lies over the sea
Yeah my Bonnie lies over the ocean
Oh I said bring back my Bonnie to me

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