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SONG HOME IN-DEPTH COVER VERSIONS YOUR VIEWS 11 | Top 100 Hey Jude The Beatles The Beatles song that broke the pop tradition of a two or three minute song. It lasts seven minutes with a four minute fade out - something they'd never done before either. Song facts Composer Lennon/McCartney Genre Rock Album  1967-1970 Year of Release 1968 UK Chart Position 1 In cover versions The "Downtown" girl was one of many to cover Hey Jude. Listen to Petula's rendition MORE COVER VERSIONS Beatles 85% Petula Clarke 4% Elvis Presley 6% Bing Crosby 5% VOTE FOR YOUR FAVOURITE... The opening chord sequence demands attention and makes me feel time stands still. Christopher Evans READ MORE COMMENTS... Make a comment Your Name and Town/City: Your Message: Songwriting tips See if you can find a perfect partner in our tips on collaboration. Read about the business behind the songs. Test your knowledge Know your Macca from your Crosby? Try the Hey Jude quiz! TAKE THE CHALLENGE! 10Good Vibrations 12Live Forever Newsletter sign-up Sign up for updates on new songs, documentaries and live events Like this song? Try these... Wonderwall Oasis DON'T MISS Doves Special guests on Dermot's show this week What's on Radio 2 Documentaries Find out more about current and forthcoming documentaries on Radio 2.

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