Released in 1969
The Honeymoon Song
Written by Mikis Theodorakis • William Sansom
Last updated on September 25, 2021
Released in 1969
Written by Mikis Theodorakis • William Sansom
Last updated on September 25, 2021
Album This song officially appears on the Post Card (UK version - Stereo) LP.
Timeline This song was officially released in 1969
Timeline This song was recorded in 1968
This song was recorded during the following studio sessions:
Early October 1968 to early December 1968
Officially appears on Post Card (UK version - Stereo)
Officially appears on Post Card (UK version - Stereo)
Officially appears on Post Card (UK version - Stereo)
Officially appears on Post Card (UK version - Stereo)
Officially appears on Post Card (UK version - Stereo)
Officially appears on Post Card (UK version - Stereo)
Officially appears on Post Card (UK version - Stereo)
Officially appears on Post Card (UK version - Stereo)
Happiness Runs (Pebble And The Man)
Officially appears on Post Card (UK version - Stereo)
Officially appears on Post Card (UK version - Stereo)
From Songs We Were Singing:
This song was written by Milis Theodorakis and William Sansom for the 1959 film Honeymoon. The song was performed by Marino Marini in the film. It was later released in the UK on the EP Marino Sings The Hits. Paul McCartney was a fan (the other Beatles were not) and he sung the song when The Beatles played it.
The song was recorded by The Beatles for BBC radio. It was released in 1994 on the album Live At The BBC. Mary Hopkin covered the song in 1969. It was released on her album Post Card which was produced by Paul McCartney.
Paul McCartney, in “The Complete Beatles Recording Sessions“, by Mark Lewisohn:This was just nice to do because it’s so catchy. It’s a Greek composition by Mikis Theodroakis, and we tried fo make it bright and sunny.
Mary Hopkin – From New Musical Express, February 22, 1969
The Honeymoon Song was Marino Marini, an Italian and his backing group. They used to appear on telly and the greatest thing about them was they had a volume pedal! The Honeymoon Song wasn’t a big hit but I liked it, thought it was a nice tune. I was the force behind that, the others thought it was a real soppy idea, which I can see now!
I never knew that a day like today lay before us
I've got the sun in my heart and my heart's in the sun
Skies are as bright as your eyes
The horizon is open
Love is the ceiling
Feelings are reeling
Free as the air
Forever on and forever
Forever on side by side
Who ever knew that we two could be free as we'd fancy?
Fancy is free
But are we who are bound to each other by love?
To each other by love
Who ever knew that we two could be free as we'd fancy?
Fancy is free
But are we who are bound to each other by love?
To each other by love
To each other by love
To each other by love
LP • Released in 1969
2:07 • Studio version • A1 • Mono
Paul McCartney : Producer Ken Scott : Engineering, Mixing engineer Mary Hopkin : Vocals
Session Recording: Early October 1968 to early December 1968 • Studio EMI Studios, Abbey Road ; Trident Studios ; Morgan Studios, London, UK
Post Card (UK version - Stereo)
LP • Released in 1969
2:07 • Studio version • A • Stereo
Paul McCartney : Producer Ken Scott : Engineering, Mixing engineer Mary Hopkin : Vocals
Session Recording: Early October 1968 to early December 1968 • Studio EMI Studios, Abbey Road ; Trident Studios ; Morgan Studios, London, UK
LP • Released in 1969
2:07 • Studio version • A • Stereo
Paul McCartney : Producer Ken Scott : Engineering, Mixing engineer Mary Hopkin : Vocals
Session Recording: Early October 1968 to early December 1968 • Studio EMI Studios, Abbey Road ; Trident Studios ; Morgan Studios, London, UK
Official live • Released in 1994
1:39 • Live • L1 • The theme tune from the film ‘Honeymoon’ written by Greek composer Theodorakis. A vocal version was released in June 1959 by Marino Marini and his Quartet.
Paul McCartney : Bass, Vocals Ringo Starr : Drums John Lennon : Rhythm guitar George Harrison : Lead guitar Terry Henebery : Producer
Concert From "Pop Go The Beatles" in London, United Kingdom on Aug 06, 1963
Official album • Released in 2010
2:07 • Studio version • A2010 • Stereo • 2010 remaster
Paul McCartney : Producer Ken Scott : Engineering, Mixing engineer Mary Hopkin : Vocals Guy Massey : Remastering Steve Rooke : Remastering Alex Wharton : Remastering Allan Rouse : Project co-ordinator
Session Recording: Early October 1968 to early December 1968 • Studio EMI Studios, Abbey Road ; Trident Studios ; Morgan Studios, London, UK
Live At The BBC (2013 remaster)
Official live • Released in 2013
1:39 • Live • L1.2013 • 2013 remaster. The theme tune from the film ‘Honeymoon’ written by Greek composer Theodorakis. A vocal version was released in June 1959 by Marino Marini and his Quartet.
Paul McCartney : Bass, Vocals Ringo Starr : Drums John Lennon : Rhythm guitar George Harrison : Lead guitar Terry Henebery : Producer Guy Massey : Remastering Alex Wharton : Remastering
Concert From "Pop Go The Beatles" in London, United Kingdom on Aug 06, 1963
The Beatles At The Beeb - Volume 5
Unofficial live • Released in 2003
2:09 • Live
Concert From "Pop Go The Beatles" in London, United Kingdom on Aug 06, 1963
Unofficial live • Released in 2015
1:42 • Live
Concert From "Pop Go The Beatles" in London, United Kingdom on Aug 06, 1963
“The Honeymoon Song” has been played in 2 concerts.
Aug 06, 1963 • Part of BBC Sessions
Manchester • Oasis Club • United Kingdom
Feb 02, 1962 • United Kingdom • Manchester • Oasis Club
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