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“Sun King” was the first of John Lennon’s three-song contribution to the famous side-two “medley” that concludes the Beatles' final studio recording, the brilliant farewell album Abbey Road.

“Sun King” was actually recorded as one take along with “Mean Mr. Mustard” as part of the “medley” concept. Although Lennon has downplayed his involvement in the idea, saying, “They are only finished bits of things I wrote in India. We always have tons of bits and pieces lying around. It was a good way to get rid of bits of songs.” In fact, “Sun King” is a wistful snippet of breathtaking beauty, providing one of the most tender moments on the entire album.

The song is directly inspired by Fleetwood Mac’s “Albatross” which was released one year earlier. The key and chords in the intro are the exact same.

This song was originally called “Here Comes the Sun King,” but the title was shortened after George Harrison brought in “Here Comes the Sun.”

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Credits
Produced By
Tape Loops
Electric Guitar
Lowrey Organ
Recorded At
EMI (Abbey Road) Studios, London, UK (July 24-25, 1969)
Release Date
September 26, 1969
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