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Let it be


"Let It Be" by The Beatles is a soulful ballad originally performed in the key of C major. Released in 1970 as part of their album of the same name, the song was composed by Paul McCartney and credited to the Lennon-McCartney songwriting partnership. An interesting fact is that "Let It Be" was inspired by a dream McCartney had about his late mother, Mary, who reassured him with the phrase "let it be" during a period of uncertainty. The melody features gentle piano accompaniment, heartfelt vocals, and uplifting harmonies, conveying a message of hope and acceptance in the face of adversity.