Episode #32 – ‘Girl – Anatomy of a Song’

<p>Lennon the storyteller, the cynic, the victim—of his own insecurities and desires, controlled by the woman of his dreams…and nightmares.</p> <p>The last song recorded for The Beatles’ Rubber Soul album, ‘Girl’ is one of its main composer’s most intriguing, sophisticated, nuanced lyrical efforts—brought to life by a young conversationalist’s charismatic, world-weary voice, wrapped inside tits, sighs and Greek-style guitar. It’s an amazing track. And it’s inspired this episode’s multiple takes on its two protagonists.</p> <p>The Music: recordings of ‘Girl’ by…</p> <ul> <li>The Beatles </li> <li>Tiny Tim with Brave Combo </li> <li>DJ Style featuring KSS </li> <li>Medley: Kai Hyttinen (Finnish) / Dalida (Italian) / Johnny Hallyday (French) / Peppino di Capri (Italian) / Ovelha (Portuguese) </li> <li>SaRachel</li> </ul>