“Martha My Dear”

Another bit of odd inspiration for this White Album track which led off side 2. The title came from Paul’s Old English sheepdog named Martha. The song is in the music hall style that John derisively called “granny s**t.” Lennon didn’t play on this one; apparently, neither did Ringo. George might have contributed. It was said the lyrics described Paul’s turbulent relationship with Jane Asher, who broke up with McCartney just before this was recorded. Wonder if Martha the dog was impressed.