Paul McCartney wrote this song as a tribute and gift to Black women after the Civil Rights Movement in the 1960s. Beyonce covering it brings tears to my eyes. ❤❤❤❤

Beatles are among the bands who refused to perform to any segregated concert venues in the 60's. They wrote this song in tribute to the civil rights movement then. It was a message of hope and encouragement.

I sang this song to my infant son while I cared for him. He's 21 now. Listening to this version made me cry.

This really works to me. Beyoncé used Paul’s original fretting and toe tapping, and still made a version that doesn’t sound like a cheap imitation of the original version of this song. This song is iconic so you have to be a little brave to cover it, and I thought she did a very nice job.

I'm an old guy, nearly 70, and I loved this song when it first came out and ever since. Never really listened to Beyonce before but I was intrigued by the idea of her singing this. Pleasantly surprised by her version. I love the way she kept the original "footsteps walking" drumbeat, too. Very nice.

she got all these black women on this song & it’s so touching when you know the real meaning of it 🥹🥹🥹🥹

As a 72 year old Beatles fan from way back, I LOVED this version. I bet Paul loves it as well.

Just an honest opinion. Beyoncé is still on top for me. She had released several critically acclaimed albums throughout her career, where each album showcased her immense talent and versatility as an artist. Each of those albums represents a different phase in Beyoncé's artistic evolution and has left a significant impact on popular music. Beyoncé's ability to reinvent herself with each release while maintaining her signature style and authenticity is what makes her one of the most influential artists of her generation. Truly an artist to other artists! 💘😍✨👑

To have Brittney Spencer, Reyna Roberts, Tanner Adell and Tiera Kennedy on this song - of all songs - is beautiful.

The intention behind this song being for black women to keep going during the Civil Rights movement! Now Beyoncé adds the black country girls who are not accepted in country music, but she’s giving them this platform to SHINE!!! I am moved…😭🫶🏾✨

she got all these black women on this song & it’s so touching when you know the real meaning of it ...

Glorious. I'm a crotchety old man whose first Beatles record was bought when the band was still together, in a long ago analog world, and I am so grateful for this young lady's voice and choice of inspiration. Glorious.

McCartney had the struggle of black women especially in mind when writing the song. In his 1997 book, Many Years From Now, McCartney said of Blackbird: "This was really a song from me to a black woman, experiencing these problems in the States: 'Let me encourage you to keep trying, to keep your faith, there is hope.'"

For them to be singing together “you were only waiting for this moment to arise” is her giving them this moment on her album to shine! I love it

"Blackbird" is the music of my life. I had never listened to any song from Beyoncé. I'm almost 70 and I can say that her version of the classic from Paul McCartney is wonderfull! Congrats Beyoncé and thanks a lot!❣

Beyoncé was one of my sisters favourite artists!!! Rest easy, Missy, my dear sister! Your little brother misses you ❤❤❤❤

As a BW who grew up on a farm in NC, with a Great-grandpa who played the electric guitar & sang country music. This album is making me at home again. Thx B.

This song is a tribute to black women. Paul McCartney wrote it with that in mind during the civil rights movement. Beyonce covering it is beautiful

Damn right. The Beatles AND Beyonce bring the circle together. 1970 to now.

I’m a 61 yr old Beatle fan. Grew up hearing them, have my brothers old vinyl records of the Beatles. This is great!

Cried immediately when this started. Thank you Beyonce!

One of hundreds of Beatles classics. Nobody has a catalouge of songs like them. Pure genius. Very respctful and beautiful cover version this

Music lover, but pop culture idiot here...ashamed to say I've never listened to Beyonce before. This is amazing! What a beautiful beautiful voice. About to launch myself into finally listening to Beyonce's music.

This is my FAVORITE Beatles song. It brings me to tears every time and Ms. Ma’am this was not different. Such a gorgeous cover!!!

You know, when the Beatles first toured in the states in the early 60s, they refused to play to segregated audiences.

"Take these broken wings and learn to fly" those lyrics are special to me...Because to me it means. You have to make with whatever you have

I have a grudge against pop artists. The fact that im enjoying this is one in a million

This is a praise song. A meditation. An affirmation. A testament. Learn to fly. Learn to see. Learn to BE.

I like that she is using the actual guitar part of the Beatles recording. Nice arrangement, good job! I bet McCartney is very happy with this version.

One of my favorite songs of all time from The Beatles. Beyoncé you made MAGIC with this one, its just perfect

Beyonce really did justice to this song. The harmonies are beautiful.

I'm a lifetime Beatles fan. Although I don't favor many Beatles covers. This is just beautiful. Beyonce and her friends did a wonderful job. Definitely one of my favorites. I was heartfelt to hear this song brought into this really tough time in our history. Beyonce has given a gift to not only us old timers but the youth of today. I thank you all Beyonce. Bravo and well done! The message lives on!

In British slang, bird meant girl/woman. So, the song is about a black woman. The Beatles refused to perform in any venue that had segregated seating

The poetic justice of Beyoncé putting a black country singer like Tanner on THIS song is just chief kiss

I'm not usually a Beyonce fan, but every track I've heard on this album is amazing.

I love everything about this version. The vocals, the harmonies, the sound of the guitar, the percusion on the left speaker (and later some orchestration) and if you think of it: the significance of Beyoncé singing this after all the fights for civil rights.

A huge Congratulations to Tanner Adell being featured on this song! ❤ a true example of ask and you shall receive. 🙏🏾

Beautiful, beautiful, Paul McCartney song. Have always loved. So respect this version with the black country female singers.

Actually that's quite nice. That's coming from a Beatles purist who despises Beatles covers. Al Jearreau's "She's Leaving Home" is also pure magic.

I'm absolutely NOT a typical Beyonce fan, but I will give this one to her. It's a beautiful rendition of an incredible song. She stayed respectful and true to the original while also putting her own spin on it. Major props. ❤

I was NOT expecting a Beatles cover but HERE. WE. ARE 😭 IT'S SO GOOD

The Beatles, who refused to play in front of segregated audiences will never stop being relivent. Beautiful song, beautifully sung

This might be the most beautiful Beatles cover I’ve ever heard

Best cover of this song ever. I love hearing Beyonce's gorgeous, strong-but-delicate voice over McCartney's finger-picking, and the soaring harmonies of the other singers accent it all so well. Such sweet sounds coming through my earphones!

Paul Said he wrote it for Black Women in the South (during that era) 2 generations later, the Black Bird sings back ❤❤❤💔💔💔

Where are all my Beyonce Fans here?

It's nice hearing a 56 year old Beatle song popular again. Most of her audience probably never heard the original.👍👍

Those harmonies…. No words for her incredible voice ❤

This song made me cry. My Dad would have love this. RIP Dad. Love you.

I'm a huge beatle fan and I've never been a huge Beyonce fan but I have nothing but respect. I love this cover she turns everything she touches into gold.

Beyonce does an excellent job with "Blackbird."

Made me cry, FANTASTIC. young people, LISTEN TO THE BEATLES!!!!!!

Lovely cover, The Beatles always championed black artists and refused to ever play to segregated audiences in the south on their American tours, those boys were always on the right side of history.

This song has been my favorite Beatles song for as long as I can remember! Particularly for the deep meaning behind it. I love Paul McCartney for writing it and I love Beyonce for sharing this one with a whole new generation of people. Such a beautiful piece!

IT'S SO GOOD Beyoncé is so dope. I can't stop watching this track again and again. I am sure she will be #1 soon due to 💖a u t h e n t I c v i e w s 💖

One of my most favorite songs in life. I understand how Paul approves. What a beautiful job. A lot of people who missed the song in the past will go back and listen to it as well because of this rendition.

I want them perform this at the CMA awards ‼️🖤🫶🏾

So happy for Tanner Adell 😭🥹

This song is dedicated to all of the current "Black Birds" struggling, healing and flying. Thank You Bey and the other wonderful singers for bringing this awareness. ❤‍🩹❤

Thank you, Sir Paul, for writing such a beautiful, powerful song. And thank you Beyoncé, for this gorgeous cover which will introduce the song to whole new generations. I’m bawling right now.

This is one of the songs that calms me down when I'm feeling too overwhelmed. And Beyoncé covering it with the other great artists??? Wow. Making me feel extremely emotional in a good way.

This cover has me in tears because of the meaning and featuring singers. It's so beautiful.

makes me so happy that its many black women country artists singing

I can't possibly describe how powerful this divinely inspired important masterwork truly is. Civil Rights are Human Rights! and no one knows this better in our nation than people of color, most especially black and indigenous native women. ♥🙏

Impeccable vocal stacking as always wow

As a huge Beatles fan, this is so dman beautiful. Wow. I hope they perform together!

My favourite Beatles song & I can't stop listening to Beyonce's version. Absolutely beautiful.

I've heard so many people talk crap about this redo, ... well I thought it was absolutely wonderful. Beyonce did the song Justice and made it her own.

as a grizzled rock veteran who has not really ever listened to B's music outside of the hits, this cover/album give me chills with how beautifully she uses the history of american(and in this case, british) music to send a vital message about our fucked up modern times. probably the most important album of the decade, in my humble opinion ❤‍🔥❤‍🔥❤‍🔥

Who is up right now listening to all her songs, instead of sleeping😄😄😄 I’m on my 9th song!

Any artist who has the audacity to use a Classic BEATLES track for their own album had better hit it out the park. I’m here to tell you…SHE DID!!!! Well Done!!! Thank you Sir Paul! You made this possible in the first place! 😊

Love Blackbird, it’s from one of the many great Beatle’s album, The White Album. There are too many exceptional songs to list. All you young folks should give it a listen. Beyoncé did this beautiful song justice with her rich, honeyed tones. Thanks to her, others will be exposed to the magic of McCartney’s gift.

A rule that my Dad implemented in our household growing up (somewhat in jest), Was that we don't allow Beatles covers to be played in this house, only the originals. I think I'm gonna have to break that rule many times over for this one. An absolutely wonderful rendition.

Musically speaking, this selection has always been a masterpiece, simple, yet earthmoving. Well done, young lady.

One of my favorite Beatles songs! I think she did well with it!

This song makes me cry-in the darkness, I can see the light. Her voice contains sorrow and brightness. Marvelous👏👏👏

im glad the engineer kept the pan mix the same with the foot tap... powerful original message from lennon/mccartney.. powerful cover

Reyna Roberts is COUNTRY! Love her voice so much! So glad she’s getting some love

Massive Beatles' fan and I love the gospel touches here. Love it.

These vocals are so beautifully hypnotic. Everytime I listen I kind of melt.

The Beatles are so hard to cover, but she really did this justice.

OMG YALL ITS HERE!!!

I am usually very picky when it comes to Beatles cover, but she did a great job. Very tasteful.

When I heard Beyonce's covers included one of my favorite songs of all time, "Blackbird," I was upset. However, after just now listening to it, she did a good job. Her version brings tears to my eyes as all good versions do. I would like to hear some other talented black female vocalists sing this song, for example, Alicia Keys. If I could sing, I'd sing it too Beyonce!

shes already making history in the first 15 minutes of thia drop💅 ICONICC

She slayed with this cover ❤

[Verse 1: Beyoncé] Blackbird singing in the dead of night Take these broken wings and learn to fly All your life You were only waiting for this moment to arise (You were only waiting for this moment to arise) [Verse 2: Beyoncé] Blackbird singing in the dead of night (Dead of night, night) Take these sunken eyes and learn to see (Learn to see all of your life) All your life You were only waiting for this moment to be free [Chorus: Beyoncé] Blackbird fly (Blackbird, blackbird, fly, fly, fly, fly) Blackbird fly (Blackbird, blackbird, fly, fly, fly, fly) Into the light of a dark, black night [Bridge: Beyoncé] Ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh Ooh-ooh [Chorus: Beyoncé] Blackbird fly (Fly) Blackbird fly (Fly) Into the light of a dark, black night [Verse 3: Brittney Spencer, Tiera Kennedy, Reyna Roberts, Reyna Roberts & Tanner Adell] Blackbird singing in the dead of night Take these broken wings and learn to fly (Learn to fly, learn to fly) All your life You were only waiting for this moment to arise [Outro: Reyna Roberts & Tanner Adell, Beyoncé, All] You were only waiting for this moment to arise You were only waiting for this moment to arise

4-5-24 listener Won't be surprised if Queen Bey finally gets acknowledged for her Cowboy Carter album.

The vocal stacking my godddd 😍😍😍

I don’t know why but everytime I hear this I fully tear up

Beyonce is a Goddess

I like that they used Paul's original acoustic guitar and toe tapping in her recording.

Oh my goodness! This is one of my favorite Lennon/McCartney songs of all time and Beyonce has more than done it justice. Absolutely lovely cover. I have tears in my eyes. 🖤🖤🖤

Tanner Adell was singing in it! Awesome

The phrase "Blackbird fly into the light of a dark black night" is from the song "Blackbird" by The Beatles, written by Paul McCartney and included on their 1968 album, "The Beatles" (also known as the "White Album"). The song is often interpreted as a symbol of hope and empowerment, encouraging the listener to overcome obstacles and find their strength and freedom, even during challenging times. The imagery of a blackbird flying into the light, despite the darkness, conveys a message of perseverance and resilience.

Ohhh the way this song resonated with me at first listen ❤ And then when my 15 year old daughter who enjoys listening to the Beetles informed me that it was written by Paul McCartney and the meaning of it!! Beautiful. Her and I are both enjoying The Cowboy Carter album!

i've loved this song for years, and Beyoncé covers it beautifully

This cover is just beautiful. I've loved it for 40 years, and I'm today years old when I found out that it's a civil rights anthem. Beyoncé covers is beautiful in more ways than one.

Such a beautiful version of a Master Piece. Beyoncé Nailed it!

i love this, the beatles are my favorite band and beyonce did great, the meaning of this song is so beautiful