I'm a Loser

"I'm a Loser" is a song by the English rock band the Beatles, originally released on Beatles for Sale in the United Kingdom, later released on Beatles '65 in the United States, both in 1964. Written by John Lennon, and credited to Lennon–McCartney, it was considered for release as a single until Lennon wrote "I Feel Fine".

"I'm a Loser"
Cover of the song's sheet music
Song by the Beatles
from the album Beatles for Sale
Released4 December 1964
Recorded14 August 1964
StudioEMI, London
GenreFolk rock, country
Length2:30
LabelParlophone
Songwriter(s)Lennon–McCartney
Producer(s)George Martin
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According to music critic Richie Unterberger, while the lyrics tell a story of romantic rejection, "I'm a Loser" is one of the first Beatles compositions that "goes beyond young love," including "the hypocrisy of keeping up a happy face when your world's falling down".

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