Sheepdog
Standing in the rain
Bullfrog
Doing it again
Some kind of happiness is measured out in miles
What makes you think you’re something special when you smile?
Child-like
No one understands
Jack knife
In your sweaty hands
Some kind of innocence is measured out in years
You don’t know what it’s like to listen to your fears
You can talk to me
You can talk to me
You can talk to me, if you’re lonely you can talk to me
Yeah hey, oh!
Ho, ho!
Yeah!
Ho, ho, ho, ho!
Ho, ho!
Big man (Yeah)
Walking in the park
Wigwam
Frightened of the dark
Some kind of solitude is measured out in you
You think you know me but you haven’t got a clue
You can talk to me
You can talk to me
You can talk to me, if you’re lonely you can talk to me
Hey!
Wahoo woof! Woof!
Hey bulldog! Hey bulldog!
Hey bulldog! Hey bulldog!
[Hey man, what’s that noise?
Woof!
What d’you say?
I said woof!
D’you know anymore?
Wooaah ha ha ha!
You’ve got it, that’s great! That’s right! That’s it, man, hoo!
Give it to me, man, hurry! I’ve got ten children, ho!
Ah ho! Ha ha ha ha ha ha!
Quiet boy, quiet!
OK.]
Hey bulldog!
Hey bulldog!
Exploring the Playful Depths of “Hey Bulldog”
“Hey Bulldog” by The Beatles is a vibrant and quirky track that blends playful energy with introspective lyricism. The song’s surreal imagery—sheepdogs, bullfrogs, and bulldogs—sets a whimsical tone, yet beneath the surface, there’s a message about loneliness, vulnerability, and human connection. The repeated encouragement, “You can talk to me, if you’re lonely,” highlights a desire for understanding and open communication. The lyrics play with contrasts: innocence versus experience, solitude versus companionship, and the struggle to be understood. The spontaneous banter and barking at the song’s end reflect the band’s camaraderie and creative spontaneity, making “Hey Bulldog” both a musical romp and a thoughtful exploration of self-expression.
Song Credits
- Songwriters: John Lennon, Paul McCartney
- Release Year: 1969
- Label: Apple Records