The Beatles Recording Session April 13 1965

EMI Studios, Abbey Road, 13 April 1965

The title track of The Beatles’ second feature film and fifth UK album was recorded on this day, in an evening session taking place from 7-11.15 pm. The basic track, comprising bass guitar, drums, acoustic 12-string guitar and electric guitar, were recorded in eight takes. They then recorded four takes of overdubs, including Lennon’s double-tracked lead vocals, backing vocals and tambourine by Paul McCartney and George Harrison. Takes 8-13 can’t be uploaded on YouTube because of copyright. Track Listing: 01. Help! (Take 1) [0:00] 02. Help! (Take 2) [0:48] 03. Help! (Take 3) [1:10] 04. Help! (Take 4) [2:48] 05. Help! (Take 5) [5:38] 06. Help! (Take 6) [8:29] 07. Help! (Take 7) [9:52]