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Blackbird


"Blackbird" by The Beatles is a poignant song originally recorded in the key of G major. Composed by Paul McCartney and credited to Lennon-McCartney, it appears on their 1968 album "The White Album." McCartney wrote the song as a response to the Civil Rights Movement in the United States during the 1960s, with the blackbird symbolizing oppressed people seeking freedom. The song's melody is characterized by McCartney's intricate fingerpicking on an acoustic guitar, creating a gentle and contemplative atmosphere. It remains one of The Beatles' most beloved and enduring tracks.