Oh! Darling, please believe me
I’ll never do you no harm
Believe me when I tell you
I’ll never do you no harm
Oh! Darling, if you leave me
I’ll never make it alone
Believe me when I beg you, ooh
Don’t ever leave me alone
When you told me
You didn’t need me anymore
Well you know I nearly broke down and cried
When you told me
You didn’t need me anymore
Well you know I nearly broke down and died
Oh! Darling, if you leave me
I’ll never make it alone
Believe me when I tell you
I’ll never do you no harm
Believe me darling
When you told me, ooh
You didn’t need me anymore
Well you know I nearly broke down and cried
When you told me
You didn’t need me anymore
Well you know I nearly broke down and died
Oh! Darling, please believe me
I’ll never let you down
Oh, believe me darling
Believe me when I tell you, ooh
I’ll never do you no harm
The Raw Emotion Behind “Oh! Darling”
“Oh! Darling” by The Beatles stands as a heartfelt plea, brimming with vulnerability and longing. The lyrics capture a narrator desperate not to lose a loved one, promising loyalty and expressing the fear of abandonment. Repeated assurances of “I’ll never do you no harm” and the emotional impact of being told they’re no longer needed reveal a deep dependency and genuine pain. The song’s simplicity intensifies its sincerity, allowing listeners to connect with the universal experience of fearing the end of a cherished relationship. Paul McCartney’s impassioned vocal delivery amplifies the song’s emotional weight, making it a standout track on the album.
Song Credits
Songwriters: John Lennon, Paul McCartney
Release Year: 1969
Label: Apple Records