The Boot

Story Behind the Song: Mac McAnally, ‘Norwegian Wood (This Bird Has Flown)’

Singer-songwriter, ace musician and producer Mac McAnally's 2020 album Once in a Lifetime features a number of brand-new songs, but also, a cover of a Beatles classic: "Norwegian Wood (This Bird Has ...
The Cheat Sheet

Paul McCartney Said The Beatles’ ‘Norwegian Wood (This Bird Has Flown)’ Has a Violent Ending

The Beatles‘ “Norwegian Wood (This Bird Has Flown)” has one of the most unusual titles of any 1960s song. Years later, Paul McCartney explained the meaning of the title. In addition, he said he added ...
American Songwriter

The Beatles’ “Norwegian Wood” and the Surprisingly Violent Origins Behind It

Hidden amongst the groundbreaking sitar and maturing lyricism of the Beatles’ 1965 track “Norwegian Wood” are surprisingly sordid and violent details of an extramarital affair that turned violent. A ...
The Cheat Sheet

‘The Beatles’: John Lennon Wrote ‘Norwegian Wood’ About an Affair, But Can’t Remember the Woman

So many songs have hidden meanings that fans never know about. Beatles member John Lennon was notorious for throwing in obscure references in his lyrics that only the most perceptive listeners could ...