The Beatles: 14 Most Under-Appreciated Songs

14. There's A Place (Please Please Me)

Please Please Me was a strong first effort as an album, spawning hits like I Saw Her Standing There, Love Me Do and, of course, the title track. There's A Place is one that fits the same mold as much of the album, in that it's a typical early 1960s pop song, and deserves some more attention.

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Between Lennon's harmonica intro and the simple subject matter of going to one's happy place to think of those dearest defines what early Beatles songs were all about: love, loved ones, and singing about them with a happy tempo.

Also noteworthy is the strong harmony between Lennon and McCartney, as they showcased several times throughout the band's existence. More importantly, as the penultimate track on the album, its light and airy feeling is perfect for preparing you for the last track, Twist and Shout.

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