Yes, sir. Take one! It’s the Mighty Jungle Band!
Desmond has a barrow in the market place
Molly is the singer in a band
Desmond says to Molly, “Girl, I like your face.”
And Molly says this as she takes him by the hand
Ob-la-di, ob-la-da, life goes on, bra
La-la how the life goes on
Ob-la-di, ob-la-da, life goes on, bra
La-la how the life goes on
Desmond takes a trolley to the jeweler’s stores
Buys a twenty-carat golden ring
Takes it back to Molly waiting at the door
And when he gives it to her she begins to sing
Ob-la-di, ob-la-da, life goes on, bra
La-la how the life goes on
Ob-la-di, ob-la-da, life goes on, bra
La-la how the life goes on
In a couple of years they have built a home, sweet home
With a couple of kids running in the yard of Desmond and Molly Jones
Happy ever after in the market place
Desmond lets the children lend a hand
Molly stays at home and does her pretty face
And in the evening she’s a singer with the band
Ob-la-di, ob-la-da, life goes on, bra
La-la how the life goes on
Ob-la-di, ob-la-da, life goes on, bra
La-la how the life goes on
In a couple of years they have built a home, sweet home
With a couple of kids running in the yard of Desmond and Molly Jones
Happy ever after in the market place
Desmond lets the children lend a hand
Molly stays at home and does her pretty face
And in the evening she still sings it with the band
Ob-la-di, ob-la-da, life goes on, bra
La-la how the life goes on
Ob-la-di, ob-la-da, life goes on, bra
La-la how the life goes on
Ob-la-di-b-la-da
Ob-la-di ob-la-da, brother
The Joyful Simplicity of Everyday Life
“Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da” by The Beatles captures the lighthearted rhythm of daily life through the story of Desmond and Molly. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of ordinary moments—falling in love, building a family, and sharing laughter in the marketplace. With its infectious chorus and playful storytelling, the song celebrates resilience and the ability to find happiness in simple routines. The recurring phrase “life goes on” echoes the message that, despite ups and downs, joy can always be found in the present moment.
Credits
Songwriters: Paul McCartney, John Lennon
Release Year: 1968
Label: Apple Records