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I Just Don't Understand
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Wikipedia article
"'I Just Don't Understand'" is a song written by Marijohn Wilkin and Kent Westberry, released by Swedish-born singer and American citizen Ann-Margret. It charted at No. 17 on the US 'Billboard' Hot 100 chart in 1961. It was one of the first records to feature a fuzz-tone guitar. It was later recorded by The Beatles on 16 July 1963 at the BBC Paris Studio, London for the 'Pop Go The Beatles' radio show and appeared on their 1994 compilation album 'Live at the BBC', with lead vocals by John Lennon.
In 1965, Australian pop star Normie Rowe presented a rockier version. This appeared on the B-side of his Australian top 10 hit, "I (Who Have Nothing)".
The song was also covered by Willie Nelson, Les Paul and Freddie and the Dreamers.
American indie rock band Spoon included a cover of the song on their 2014 album 'They Want My Soul'.
The Beatles personnel
* John Lennon vocals, rhythm guitar
* Paul McCartney backing vocals, bass
* George Harrison backing vocals, lead guitar
* Ringo Starr drums
References
Category:1961 songs
Category:The Beatles songs
Category:Songs written by Marijohn Wilkin
Category:Song recordings produced by George Martin
Category:RCA Victor singles
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