Well I’m the sheik of Araby
Your love belongs to me
Well at night where you’re asleep
Into your tent I’ll creep
Aha
The stars that shine above
Will light our way to love
Ah you rule this world with me
I’m the sheik of Araby
Well I’m the sheik of Araby
Your love belongs to me
Wow oh at night where you’re asleep
Into your tent I’ll creep
Aha
The sun that shines above
Will light our way to love
You rule this world with me
I’m the sheik of Araby
Well I’m the sheik of Araby
Well I’m the sheik of Araby, yeah
(The sheik of Araby…)
Romantic Fantasies in ‘The Sheik Of Araby’
“The Sheik Of Araby” as performed by The Beatles offers a playful and whimsical take on exotic romance. The lyrics transport listeners to a dreamy desert setting, where the narrator, assuming the role of a charismatic sheik, promises devotion and love under the starlit skies. The repeated imagery of sneaking into a tent at night and ruling the world together evokes both adventure and intimacy. The song uses classic motifs of mystery and allure, blending humor and affection as the sheik pledges his heart. The Beatles’ version, delivered with their signature charm, adds a lighthearted, almost tongue-in-cheek quality that makes the song enduringly fun and memorable.
Song Credits
- Written by Harry B. Smith, Francis Wheeler, Ted Snyder