Like Dreamers Do - Lecture Series 49 (bonus)

Like Dreamers Do - Lecture Series 49 (bonus)

In this lecture, we dive into Paul McCartney’s early composition Like Dreamers Do, exploring its melodic construction, lyrical themes, and musical architecture as performed by the Applejacks. The song unfolds a romantic narrative of longing and fulfillment, using circular, self-referential pronouns and repeating motifs to reflect the dreamlike anticipation of meeting “the girl in my dreams.” We analyze how McCartney’s phrase structures play with identity and immersion, creating patterns that anchor the listener in the song’s emotional arc. Melodically, the track expands outward before returning home, breaking conventions found in Paul’s other early works. Harmonically, the lecture examines deceptive cadences, modal shifts, and Paul’s preference for show-tune-style II–V–I progressions over typical rock clichés. We also discuss form and rhythmic texture, including the Beatles’ signature use of syncopated “3-3-2” phrasing. This song may be structurally flawed, but it showcases Paul’s early genius—and offers rich insights for aspiring songwriters.


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Yesterday - Lecture Series 101 (bonus)

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