The Beatles Live Performance of 'Yesterday' with Spoken Word Intro
Venue: Studio 50
Location: New York City, NY, United States
Date: November 30, 1964
On November 30, 1964, The Beatles were riding high on the success of their recent album, "Beatles for Sale," which was released just weeks earlier in December 1964. This period was characterized by their meteoric rise to fame in America following their iconic appearance on "The Ed Sullivan Show" earlier that year. The live performance of "Yesterday" at Studio 50 in New York City captures a pivotal moment as the song had just been released on the album "Help!" in August 1965, making it a significant part of their evolving sound. "Yesterday" would later become one of their most covered and influential songs, showcasing their venture into more introspective and sophisticated songwriting. Notably, this performance reflects the band's transition from their early rock and roll roots to a more complex musical style, setting the stage for their future innovative works. The combination of the spoken word intro and the iconic melody underscores their artistic growth during this transformative er
