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Highlighting Iconic Bridges

Several notable examples of middle eights from The Beatles showcase the emotional and structural intricacies of their songs.

For instance, “Michelle” features a repetitive yet powerful B section, illustrating how a familiar phrase can amplify the song's emotional depth. Similarly, in “I Should Have Known Better,” a masterful 16-bar bridge serves to heighten anticipation before returning to the main theme.

In “No Reply,” the bridge shifts harmonic context, highlighting The Beatles' penchant for developing lyrics and music simultaneously, a technique that gives their narrative drive a prominent presence.