The Beatles | A Hard Days Night

"A Hard Day's Night" is a rock song written primarily by John Lennon, credited to Lennon-McCartney, and released by the Beatles in 1964. It was the title track for their film and album of the same name. The song's title came from a remark by Ringo Starr, who described a long day's work by saying, "It's been a hard day...night!" The song features a distinctive opening chord, the subject of much musical analysis, and lyrics reflecting the band's hectic lifestyle. "A Hard Day's Night" was a commercial success, topping the charts in both the UK and US. The song's energy and memorable melody cemented it as a classic of the British Invasion era and a signature Beatles tune.