Two days before the Beatles started their first world tour in 1964, Ringo developed tonsillitis. Rather than postpone any gigs, Jimmie Nicol was brought in last-minute for the first few shows until Ringo rejoined them 10 days later. Paul would ask Jimmie how he was dealing with the sudden fame. He always replied, "It's getting better," and that little exchange led to this "Sgt. Pepper" track. Michael Jackson eventually obtained the rights to most of the Beatles catalog (though he still almost went broke) and this song was licensed for a Phillips lighting ad in 1999. Video is Paul doing the track live.
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