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The Beatles | Love Me Do (1962)

"Love Me Do" is the debut single by the English rock band the Beatles, backed by "P.S. I Love You". When the single was originally released in the United Kingdom on 5 October 1962, it peaked at number 17. It was released in the United States in 1964, where it became a number one hit. The song was written several years before it was recorded, and prior to the existence of the Beatles.

The single features John Lennon's prominent harmonica playing and duet vocals by him and Paul McCartney.


Three recorded versions of the song by the Beatles have been released, each with a different drummer.

The Beatles
1960 - 1970