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Released in 1964

You Can't Do That

Written by Lennon - McCartney

Last updated on August 22, 2014

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  • Anthology 1

    Official album • Released in 1995

    2:42 • Outtake • D • Take 6. The recording featured the combined sound of John Lennon's lead and George Harrison's 12-string guitars - George acquired the instrument in America, and its sound was prevalent throughout there sessions. The master version was Take 9 but the one presented here is Take 6: an attempt at perfecting the basic track while John delivered a guide vocal. It was usual for the Beatles to record with a live (if only guide) vocal until around the time of Revolver in 1966.

    George Martin : Producer Norman Smith : Recording engineer

    Session Recording: Feb 25, 1964 • Studio EMI Studios, Studio Two, Abbey Road

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