But John and George’s guitars have sounded great woven together before, like on I Feel Fine, Nowhere Man and She Said She Said (on this album). You can easily find it online. Loved this song from the first time I obtained and listened to “Revolver”. Make an appointment today. Join the Fab Forum discussion on Doctor Robert, An intruder breaks into George Harrison’s Hawaiian home, John Lennon and Yoko Ono meet Canadian prime minister Pierre Trudeau, Rehearsal: Another Beatles Christmas Show, "What are you listening to right now?" I’ve always been in awe of John’s playing. For instance, the “Well, well, well…” middle 8 is SO much better with the layered voices. He has indicated that he accepts telehealth appointments. He was famous for keeping New York High and was known to give out speed to his clients as a pick me up. eval(ez_write_tag([[580,400],'beatlesbible_com-medrectangle-3','ezslot_0',139,'0','0']));‘Doctor Robert’, written mainly by John Lennon, is notable for containing The Beatles’ first explicit references to drugs, although at the time of release they went largely unnoticed. The acclaimed Amazon bestsellerRiding So High – The Beatles and Drugs By the creator of the Beatles Bible.Buy now:Paperback | Ebook ★ ★ ★ ★ ★. Vocalist for the Blow Monkeys who earned notice for his flamboyant personality and dapper attire. I would agree that George is on backing vocals as well. Change your blood and have a vitamin shot and you’ll feel better. ” In the 1997 biography Paul McCartney: Many Years from Now, author Barry Miles identified “Dr. This site is not associated with The Beatles, Apple Corps Ltd, related organisations, or any members of The Beatles or their representatives. Dr. Robert Gong, MD is a Internal Medicine Specialist in Henderson, NV and has over 33 years of experience in the medical field. Very Lennon. Do someone have the complete track with the 43 seconds studio jam? (Freymann was eventually expelled from the New York State Medical Society for malpractice, in 1975.) B7 is easier that way too. Overdubs include John’s harmonium and an ovedubbed Leslied lead guitar from George that has its signal split with one half receiving ADT. Awesome guitar playing by both Lennon and Harrison that really makes this recording stand out. Julians picture doesn’t look anything like a drawing by a 4-year old. It makes it easy to slide down to F#7. In a 1980 interview, John Lennon said the song was “Mainly about drugs and pills. Great tasty stuff. Dr. Robert Gong, MD is a Internal Medicine Specialist in Henderson, NV and has over 33 years of experience in the medical field. Doctor Robert Lyrics: Ring, my friend I said you'd call / Doctor Robert / Day or night he'll be there any time at all / Doctor Robert / Doctor Robert / You're a new and better man / He helps you to Before “Revolver” I have a hard time, sometimes… maybe a few here and there, like “Norwegian Wood”, “Michelle”, “Yesterday” of course… but I find the humour lacking prior to the zinging chords and words of “Dr. Written by: Lennon-McCartney Recorded: 17, 19 April 1966 Producer: George Martin Engineer: Geoff Emerick, eval(ez_write_tag([[300,250],'beatlesbible_com-box-3','ezslot_1',118,'0','0']));Released: 5 August 1966 (UK), 15 June 1966 (US). Naturally, the band denied this. Out of these cookies, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. George does sing backing on this song. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. Well (well well) a bit after the fact, but…, >>This whole charade is almost as blatant as Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds. Known as Dr Robert or the Great White Father, Freymann had a reputation for giving vitamin B-12 injections containing large doses of amphetamines, mainly to well-heeled New Yorkers. • First of all, Julian's picture *exists*. The first single, "Live Today Love Tomorrow" was released in 1982. Pepper” surpasses this album, and certainly obliterates all albums prior. • John says he saw Julian's picture, and then wrote the song. Dr. Robert R Suong, MD is a doctor primarily located in Banning, CA, with another office in Banning, CA. I think it should just be slightly 4th with your pinky while keeping it 7th. Robert”! But even with them, the view here is that “Sgt. You’re partly right. Okay, I’ve been trying for a few hours now to get the intro riff to this very cool John song right. ° Secondly, The Beatles have always been candid about their use of LSD, right from the time they started it. Naturally, the band denied this. Mainly about drugs and pills. Awsome. The Beatles began recording ‘Doctor Robert’ on Sunday 17 April 1966. It was about myself. Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. Dr. Robert:The Beatles. Be sure to call ahead with Dr. Gong to book an appointment. Hearsay, anecdotes, even John’s own wry descriptions of any subject, rarely are factual. Their dentist at the time, Dr. Robert, put it into their drinks during a dinner party, hence the "magic cup" reference. But I like “Dr. Robert Songy is on Facebook. He graduated from University of Southern California School of Medicine medical school in 1987. Contact Professor Robert Song (email at robert.song@durham.ac.uk). Lennon later described ‘Doctor Robert’ as an autobiographical song. Dr Robert Chords - Beatles, Version (2). Dr. Robert Earl “Bob” Songy, a resident of Metairie, peacefully succumbed to cancer on June 28, 2020 at the age of 73 while surrounded by the same caregivers he entrusted with the lives of his patients for over forty years at East Jefferson General Hospital. Research. Join Facebook to connect with Robert Songy and others you may know. But they don’t know that the original speed is the released. All images © their respective owners. Far too much of a coincidence that the initials in it, just happened to be LSD.<<. I was the one that carried all the pills on tour. The song was written by John Lennon (and credited to Lennon–McCartney), although Paul McCartney has said that he co-wrote it. Songfacts®: This is about Doctor Robert Freymann, a "Speed Doctor" in New York who supplied many celebrities, including The Beatles, with drugs. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. ADT was also added in the final mix and a fade out given to a full ending to mask an extended jam of forty-three seconds that completed the original recording. W. Wong is a distinguished retina specialist at Austin Retina. If you listen closely to the fade, there’s a full ending they tried to cover up (on the fourth beat of the B chord). Pepper album, so I know the Beatles were fond of him. Join the Fab Forum discussion on Doctor Robert » John’s lead and Paul’s descant vocals were added to the fourth track with ADT added. " Doctor Robert " is a song by the Beatles released on the album Revolver in the United Kingdom and on Yesterday and Today in the United States. Love David Bowie? • Third, there's no question that "Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds" was *influenced* by The Beatles' (and in particular, John's) use of LSD. I’d always thought that this song, with obvious references to drugs, was like a homage to those who introduced the Beatles to a new and “another kind of mind”, for the inspiration that gave them and for what they created after that. Dr. This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. "Doctor Robert" was one of the three songs from the Revolver sessions, all written by Lennon, that were given to Capitol Records in early May 1966 for inclusion on the US release Yesterday and Today. Seen lots of attempts online, but NO ONE really gets it. In that song, everyone I knew, felt strongly that it was a reference to LSD. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. Here you go, folks. Paul McCartney announces new album McCartney III, Celebrations take place for John Lennon’s 80th birthday, John Lennon remix compilation Gimme Some Truth announced, Paul McCartney announces Flaming Pie reissue. General Commenti was almost positive that this song referred to Dr. Robert of Pala, in Aldous Huxley's book "Island".Huxley is on Sgt. In other countries, it appeared on Revolver, where it was sequenced as the fourth track on side two of the LP, between "For No One" and "I Want to Tell You". In Youtube, some says that the speed is altered. The YouTube tutorials don’t sound quite right to me though. This whole charade is almost as blatant as Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds. Just before the “well, well, well, you’re feeling fine” vocals…his fills are just fantastic. “Take a drink from his special cup…” I mean, what could be more obvious? He was amaaaaazing. May never no one deny that the intention for the song was the feeling of A certain kind of experience, wich they have had… and besides, they do it magnificently in the middle 8… precisely THAT middle 8, just like that. Robert S. Hong, M.D., Ph.D. Dr. Hong is board-certified in adult and pediatric Neurotology, Otology, Otolaryngology, and Skull Base Surgery. ), but it’s actually bamboozling to get it just right, like it sounds on Revolver. I believe John himself said in 1970 that Paul helped with the middle. George Harrison, who probably was factual, most or all of the time, on the Dick Cavett show, 1971, clearly states that the dentist they had, gave them coffee, laced with the notorious “L”. You have to remember the mindset of America, (one of the Beatles’ best markets ), at the time. Hit the Accept button to remove this message. The song is based upon Doctor Robert Freymann who practiced on East 78 th Street . The Beatles Bible uses cookies to bring you a better browsing experience. The laid down seven takes of just the backing track: lead and rhythm guitar, bass and drums, plus overdubbed maracas, harmonium and piano. This song has great drive. Lennon said that he was Doctor Robert: \"I was the one who carried all the pills on tour ... in the early days\".Copyright DisclaimerUnder Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for \"fair use\" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing.Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favour of fair use. "Doctor Robert" is a song by the English rock band the Beatles.It was released in 1966 on their album Revolver, apart from in North America, where it instead appeared on their Yesterday and Today album. It was about myself. He has been recognized several times as being a "Top Doctor." Well, in the early days. Hey, that’s a nice interpretation! #2. But that's a different issue entirely from saying the song title is a coded reference to it. I agree, and remember this was less than a year since the infamous ‘Bigger than Jesus’ controversy which almost broke Lennon in my opinion. Author Shawn Levydescribes Revolver as pop m… But “Revolver” was the best they had done up to that point, no doubt. Be sure to call ahead with Dr. Gong to book an appointment. The Beatles Song By Song . Far too much of a coincidence that the initials in it, just happened to be LSD. Bob was a native of New Orleans and reveled in its rich foods and even richer culture. But by then in 1966 all of the Beatles were pouring different drugs into there system on a regular basis. And it might even help to suggest why they apparently sing “Bob Robert” a couple of times near the song’s end. I'll write a song that has LSD as letters in the title of it. And I agree that it’s too busy for just one guitar on the intro. Also note the galloping drum set… is the missing 43 seconds on u tube somewhere? The song was written by John Lennon and Paul McCartney.It was recorded in seven takes on 17 April 1966 with vocals overdubbed 19 April. No offense to anyone, but I'll take his version of events over others who are on the outside looking in. Find Dr. Robert song information on AllMusic. If you think an LSD reference of any kind (title or otherwise) could have slowed the sales of the "Sgt. He is affiliated with NYC Health + Hospitals / Jacobi. Robert Fraser (a gallery owner) could be the inspiration for this song. “ Doctor Robert ” is a song by the Beatles released on the album Revolver in the United Kingdom and on Yesterday and Today in the United States. Heh-heh-heh!" That being said, this is a great song, on a legendary album. They subsequently enjoyed a successful career with several hit singles and albums across the 1980s before splitting up at the beginning of the 1990s. Robert” as Dr. Robert Freymann, a New York doctor known for dispensing vitamin B-12 shots laced with amphetamines to wealthy clientele. But what you forget is the fact that John was impulsive. With Robert Downey Jr., Antonio Banderas, Michael Sheen, Jim Broadbent. Always loved that part, with the high vocals right before. I asked the same thing? In A Hard Day's Write: The Stories Behind Every Beatles' Song, Steve Turner speculated that Dr. Robert was probably Dr. Robert Freymann, a New York doctor who administered amphetamines to many in the performing arts scene. The vocals were added two days later, on 19 April 1966. I agree whole heartedly here about Georges playing on this tune. There are any number of statements they made in public about using it. This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website. Robert A Fishman, MD Dr. Fishman completed an internship at the New York Medical College, a general residency at the University of Wisconsin Hospital, and Clinics and a neurology residency at the Allegheny General Hospital-West Penn Hospital Medical Education Consortium. Robert” and everything else on “Revolver”…. During his undergraduate career, he was a four year starter on the varsity soccer team. We just kept them in our pockets loose. Don’t miss his account about “Tomorrow Never Knows” in which he Leslied John’s VOICE. Although many in London thought the titular doctor referred to art dealer Robert Fraser, it was actually written about Dr Robert Freymann, who ran a discreet clinic on Manhattan’s East 78th Street. He has been recognized several times as being a "Top Doctor." This song wasn’t even on the American “Revolver”. As far as I know, neither of us ever went to a doctor for those kinds of things. I always liked the way this song elevated itself from the ordinary with nice touches like the intricate vocal arrangement. That bit about Julian’s picture, was pomp and circumstance. Dr. Robert. We have to constantly remember to do our own thinking, to discern meanings of Beatles lyrics, especially those of John. Sung has received 3 awards. Robert,” as well as the other two songs intended for Capitol’s “ Yesterday…And Today ” album (“ I’m Only Sleeping ” and “ And Your Bird Can Sing ”). Of course you do. John, Paul, George’s harmonizing, outstanding. Not to mention his sneering guitar work throughout. It was recorded in seven takes on 17 April 1966 with vocals overdubbed 19 April. But there was a fashion for it and there still is. Dr. Robert proves it. All rights reserved. Decades later, in a interview, Sir Paul admitted that it was an obvious reference to LSD. Did you know that John said “OK Herb” on the very last second of this song? John and I thought it was a funny idea: the fantasy doctor who would fix you up by giving you drugs, [the song] was a parody on that idea. Directed by Stephen Gaghan. Play Dr Robert Chords using simple video lessons D7 Am D7 Dr. Robert, your a new and better man, Am D7 He helps you to understand, C D7 G He does everything he can, Dr. Robert. He specializes in the medical and surgical treatment of ear and skull base disorders in both adults and children. He attended and graduated from medical school in 2008, having over 12 years of diverse experience, especially in General Surgery. I play the A7 barred. Doctor Robert Lyrics: Ring, my friend I said you'd call / Doctor Robert / Day or night he'll be there any time at all / Doctor Robert / Doctor Robert / You're a new and better man / He helps you to That bit about Julian’s picture, was pomp and circumstance. The song was written by John Lennon and Paul McCartney. But opting out of some of these cookies may have an effect on your browsing experience. Some sources say McCartney helped write the lyrics to “Dr. Make an appointment today. Dr. Song graduated cum laude from Colgate University with honors in Molecular Biology. Largely a John Lennon song, great tongue and cheek lyrics. If they admitted this, It would have caused a major outrage. thread, The Guitar (and Other Musical Instruments) Thread, Questions you'd ask Paul if you could interview him, Mixing, editing: Strawberry Fields Forever. John featured very prominently on guitar. My take is that John wrote the song as a pean to LSD, then after realising the possible consequences (and the fact that the title/phrase was corny and obvious) changed his mind and thought it was best to come up with a suitable story. F Ring my friend I said you'd call Dr. Robert, F7 F Day or night he'll be there anytime at all Dr. Robert. I think you’re right. I still like to listen to it, mainly for the last song “Tomorrow Never Knows”… by far the best on “Revolver”… well, in my humble opinion. The Blow Monkeys are a British new wave/sophisti-pop band that formed in 1981. They had four albums and eleven singles in the UK charts between 1986 and 1990. Any cookies that may not be particularly necessary for the website to function and is used specifically to collect user personal data via analytics, ads, other embedded contents are termed as non-necessary cookies. Dr. Robert Song, MD is an emergency medicine physician in New York, New York. In case of trouble. The 3 songs left out, including this one, matter greatly. beatlesholic13 And… well, heck, MY name is “Robert,” so there’s THAT, too. Dr. Robert Sung, MD is a doctor primarily located in Bloomington, IN, with another office in Bloomington, IN. Dr. Robert. I love the “Well,well,well,you’re feeling fine….” line. 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