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	The album cover shows the Beatles with their arms positioned to spell out a word in [[flag semaphore]]. According to cover photographer [[Robert Freeman (photographer)\|Robert Freeman]], "I had the idea of semaphore spelling out the letters 'HELP'. But when we came to do the shot, the arrangement of the arms with those letters didn't look good. So we decided to improvise and ended up with the best graphic positioning of the arms."{{sfn\|Freeman\|2003\|p=62}}		The album cover shows the Beatles with their arms positioned to spell out a word in [[flag semaphore]]. According to cover photographer [[Robert Freeman (photographer)\|Robert Freeman]], "I had the idea of semaphore spelling out the letters 'HELP'. But when we came to do the shot, the arrangement of the arms with those letters didn't look good. So we decided to improvise and ended up with the best graphic positioning of the arms."{{sfn\|Freeman\|2003\|p=62}}

	On the UK Parlophone release, the letters formed by the Beatles appear to be "NUJV", ~~whilst~~ the slightly re-arranged US release on Capitol Records appeared to indicate the letters "NVUJ", with McCartney's left hand pointing to the Capitol logo.<ref>{{cite book\|last=Spizer\|first=Bruce\|author-link=Bruce Spizer\|title=The Beatles' Story on Capitol Records – Part Two: The Albums\|publisher=498 Productions\|year=2000\|pages=88, 93}}</ref> The Capitol LP was issued in a "deluxe" [[gatefold]] sleeve with several photos from the film and was priced $1 more than standard Capitol releases at the time.{{citation needed\|date=July 2021}}		On the UK Parlophone release, the letters formed by the Beatles appear to be "NUJV", while the slightly re-arranged US release on Capitol Records appeared to indicate the letters "NVUJ", with McCartney's left hand pointing to the Capitol logo.<ref>{{cite book\|last=Spizer\|first=Bruce\|author-link=Bruce Spizer\|title=The Beatles' Story on Capitol Records – Part Two: The Albums\|publisher=498 Productions\|year=2000\|pages=88, 93}}</ref> The Capitol LP was issued in a "deluxe" [[gatefold]] sleeve with several photos from the film and was priced $1 more than standard Capitol releases at the time.{{citation needed\|date=July 2021}}

	==Compact disc release==		==Compact disc release==

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	\| rev6 = ''[[Encyclopedia of Popular Music]]''		\| rev6 = ''[[Encyclopedia of Popular Music]]''
	\| rev6Score = {{Rating\|5\|5}}<ref>{{cite book\|last=Larkin\|first=Colin\|author-link=Colin Larkin (writer)\|year=2006\|publisher=[[Muze]]\|title=[[Encyclopedia of Popular Music]]\|volume=1\|page=489\|isbn=0-19-531373-9}}</ref>		\| rev6Score = {{Rating\|5\|5}}<ref>{{cite book\|last=Larkin\|first=Colin\|author-link=Colin Larkin (writer)\|year=2006\|publisher=[[Muze]]\|title=[[Encyclopedia of Popular Music]]\|volume=1\|page=489\|isbn=0-19-531373-9}}</ref>
	\| rev7 = [[MusicHound]]		\| rev7 = ''[[MusicHound]]''
	\| rev7Score = 3.5/5<ref>{{cite book\|editor-last1=Graff\|editor-first1=Gary\|editor-last2=Durchholz\|editor-first2=Daniel\|title=MusicHound Rock: The Essential Album Guide\|edition=2nd\|publisher=Visible Ink Press\|location=Farmington Hills, MI\|year=1999\|isbn=1-57859-061-2\|page=[https://archive.org/details/isbn_9781578590612/page/88 88]\|url=https://archive.org/details/isbn_9781578590612/page/88}}</ref>		\| rev7Score = 3.5/5<ref>{{cite book\|editor-last1=Graff\|editor-first1=Gary\|editor-last2=Durchholz\|editor-first2=Daniel\|title=MusicHound Rock: The Essential Album Guide\|edition=2nd\|publisher=Visible Ink Press\|location=Farmington Hills, MI\|year=1999\|isbn=1-57859-061-2\|page=[https://archive.org/details/isbn_9781578590612/page/88 88]\|url=https://archive.org/details/isbn_9781578590612/page/88}}</ref>
	\| rev8 = ''[[Paste (magazine)\|Paste]]''		\| rev8 = ''[[Paste (magazine)\|Paste]]''

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	\| all_writing = [[Lennon–McCartney~~\|John Lennon and/or Paul McCartney~~]], except where noted		\| all_writing = [[Lennon–McCartney]], except where noted
	\| extra_column = Lead vocals		\| extra_column = Lead vocals
	\| title1 = [[Help! (song)\|Help!]]		\| title1 = [[Help! (song)\|Help!]]

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	\| extra_column = Lead vocals		\| extra_column = Lead vocals
	\| title1 = [[Help! (song)\|Help!]]		\| title1 = [[Help! (song)\|Help!]]

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	{{Short description\|1965 studio album by ~~The~~ Beatles}}		{{Short description\|1965 studio album by the Beatles}}
	{{About\|the Beatles album\|the Beatles song\|Help! (song)\|the film\|Help! (film){{!}}''Help!'' (film)\|other uses\|Help (disambiguation)}}		{{About\|the Beatles album\|the Beatles song\|Help! (song)\|the film\|Help! (film){{!}}''Help!'' (film)\|other uses\|Help (disambiguation)}}
	{{Use British English\|date=November 2015}}		{{Use British English\|date=November 2015}}

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	\| single1date = 9 April 1965		\| single1date = 9 April 1965
	\| single2 = [[Help! (song)\|Help!]]		\| single2 = [[Help! (song)\|Help!]]
			\| single2date = 23 July 1965
	\| single2date = 23 July 1965, Also Wikipedia likes to delete my truthful facts and if they do it again I’m gonna eat turds, an act in which I don’t want to do not even for infinite bucks. Wikipedia is dumb
	}}}}		}}}}
	'''''Help!''''' is the fifth [[studio album]] by the English [[Rock music\|rock]] band [[the Beatles]] and the soundtrack to their [[Help! (film)\|film of the same name]]. It was released on 6 August 1965 by [[Parlophone]]. Seven of the fourteen songs, including the singles "[[Help! (song)\|Help!]]" and "[[Ticket to Ride (song)\|Ticket to Ride]]", appeared in the film and take up the first side of the vinyl album. The second side includes "[[Yesterday (Beatles song)\|Yesterday]]", the most-[[Cover version\|covered]] song ever written.<ref>{{cite web\|url=http://www.guinnessworldrecords.com/content_pages/record.asp?recordid=50867\|title=Most Recorded Song\|publisher=Guinness World Records\|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20060910071729/http://www.guinnessworldrecords.com/content_pages/record.asp?recordid=50867\|archive-date=10 September 2006\|url-status=dead}}</ref> The album was met with favourable critical reviews and topped the Australian, German, British and American charts.		'''''Help!''''' is the fifth [[studio album]] by the English [[Rock music\|rock]] band [[the Beatles]] and the soundtrack to their [[Help! (film)\|film of the same name]]. It was released on 6 August 1965 by [[Parlophone]]. Seven of the fourteen songs, including the singles "[[Help! (song)\|Help!]]" and "[[Ticket to Ride (song)\|Ticket to Ride]]", appeared in the film and take up the first side of the vinyl album. The second side includes "[[Yesterday (Beatles song)\|Yesterday]]", the most-[[Cover version\|covered]] song ever written.<ref>{{cite web\|url=http://www.guinnessworldrecords.com/content_pages/record.asp?recordid=50867\|title=Most Recorded Song\|publisher=Guinness World Records\|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20060910071729/http://www.guinnessworldrecords.com/content_pages/record.asp?recordid=50867\|archive-date=10 September 2006\|url-status=dead}}</ref> The album was met with favourable critical reviews and topped the Australian, German, British and American charts.

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	\| single1date = 9 April 1965		\| single1date = 9 April 1965
	\| single2 = [[Help! (song)\|Help!]]		\| single2 = [[Help! (song)\|Help!]]
			\| single2date = 23 July 1965, Also Wikipedia likes to delete my truthful facts and if they do it again I’m gonna eat turds, an act in which I don’t want to do not even for infinite bucks. Wikipedia is dumb
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	'''''Help!''''' is the fifth [[studio album]] by the English [[Rock music\|rock]] band [[the Beatles]] and the soundtrack to their [[Help! (film)\|film of the same name]]. It was released on 6 August 1965 by [[Parlophone]]. Seven of the fourteen songs, including the singles "[[Help! (song)\|Help!]]" and "[[Ticket to Ride (song)\|Ticket to Ride]]", appeared in the film and take up the first side of the vinyl album. The second side includes "[[Yesterday (Beatles song)\|Yesterday]]", the most-[[Cover version\|covered]] song ever written.<ref>{{cite web\|url=http://www.guinnessworldrecords.com/content_pages/record.asp?recordid=50867\|title=Most Recorded Song\|publisher=Guinness World Records\|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20060910071729/http://www.guinnessworldrecords.com/content_pages/record.asp?recordid=50867\|archive-date=10 September 2006\|url-status=dead}}</ref> The album was met with favourable critical reviews and topped the Australian, German, British and American charts.		'''''Help!''''' is the fifth [[studio album]] by the English [[Rock music\|rock]] band [[the Beatles]] and the soundtrack to their [[Help! (film)\|film of the same name]]. It was released on 6 August 1965 by [[Parlophone]]. Seven of the fourteen songs, including the singles "[[Help! (song)\|Help!]]" and "[[Ticket to Ride (song)\|Ticket to Ride]]", appeared in the film and take up the first side of the vinyl album. The second side includes "[[Yesterday (Beatles song)\|Yesterday]]", the most-[[Cover version\|covered]] song ever written.<ref>{{cite web\|url=http://www.guinnessworldrecords.com/content_pages/record.asp?recordid=50867\|title=Most Recorded Song\|publisher=Guinness World Records\|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20060910071729/http://www.guinnessworldrecords.com/content_pages/record.asp?recordid=50867\|archive-date=10 September 2006\|url-status=dead}}</ref> The album was met with favourable critical reviews and topped the Australian, German, British and American charts.

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	== Background ==		== Background ==
	In 1964, the Beatles appeared in their first feature film, ''[[A Hard Day's Night (film)\|A Hard Day's Night]]''. Despite initial scepticism, reviews were near universal in their acclaim, elevating the Beatles' prestige as artists.{{Sfn\|Gould\|2007\|pp=244–245}} With the aim of making one film a year,{{Sfn\|Davies\|2006\|p=253}} work began on a second Beatles picture for 1965 release. It would once again be directed by [[Richard Lester]] and produced by [[Walter Shenson]], but written by [[Marc Behm]] and [[Charles Wood (playwright)\|Charles Wood]] instead of [[Alun Owen]].{{Sfn\|Neaverson\|1997\|p=31}} It was given the working title ''Eight Arms to Hold You'', one of [[Ringo Starr]]'s "[[Ringo Starr#Songwriting\|Ringoisms]]";{{Sfn\|Neaverson\|1997\|p=31}} the name stuck until early April,{{Sfn\|Miles\|1997\|p=199}} long enough to even appear on the US "[[Ticket to Ride (song)\|Ticket to Ride]]" single,{{Sfn\|Harry\|1992\|p=651}} but [[Lennon–McCartney\|John Lennon and Paul McCartney]] presumed it would be too difficult to write a compelling song with that title, so ''Help!'' was chosen instead. ~~It is called Help! Because it is an actual call from the mass amounts of pain that Paul McCartney had to deal with after stubbing his toe and dying.~~ {{Sfn\|Lewisohn\|1992\|p=189}}		In 1964, the Beatles appeared in their first feature film, ''[[A Hard Day's Night (film)\|A Hard Day's Night]]''. Despite initial scepticism, reviews were near universal in their acclaim, elevating the Beatles' prestige as artists.{{Sfn\|Gould\|2007\|pp=244–245}} With the aim of making one film a year,{{Sfn\|Davies\|2006\|p=253}} work began on a second Beatles picture for 1965 release. It would once again be directed by [[Richard Lester]] and produced by [[Walter Shenson]], but written by [[Marc Behm]] and [[Charles Wood (playwright)\|Charles Wood]] instead of [[Alun Owen]].{{Sfn\|Neaverson\|1997\|p=31}} It was given the working title ''Eight Arms to Hold You'', one of [[Ringo Starr]]'s "[[Ringo Starr#Songwriting\|Ringoisms]]";{{Sfn\|Neaverson\|1997\|p=31}} the name stuck until early April,{{Sfn\|Miles\|1997\|p=199}} long enough to even appear on the US "[[Ticket to Ride (song)\|Ticket to Ride]]" single,{{Sfn\|Harry\|1992\|p=651}} but [[Lennon–McCartney\|John Lennon and Paul McCartney]] presumed it would be too difficult to write a compelling song with that title, so ''Help!'' was chosen instead.{{Sfn\|Lewisohn\|1992\|p=189}}

	<span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">According to McCartney, most of the songwriting for</span> ''Help!'' <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">was done at</span> [[Kenwood, St George's Hill\|Kenwood]]<span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">, Lennon's house in</span> [[Weybridge]]<span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">.</span><ref>{{Harvnb\|The Beatles\|2000\|p=171}}; {{Harvnb\|Coleman\|1995\|p=721}}: "[Lennon's] mansion, Kenwood ... at Weybridge, Surrey."</ref> <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">McCartney also wrote some songs, e.g. "</span>[[Yesterday (song)\|Yesterday]]<span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">" and "</span>[[I've Just Seen a Face]]<span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">", at his girlfriend</span> [[Jane Asher]]<span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">'s family home, 57</span> [[Wimpole Street]] <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">in London.</span>{{Sfn\|Miles\|1997\|pp=105, 194–195, 200–201}} <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">At this time, the Beatles were heavily influenced by</span> [[Bob Dylan]]<span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">, especially Lennon, who later referred to it as his "Dylan period".</span> [[Mark Hertsgaard]] <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">writes that while Dylan's influence was "evident" on</span> ''[[Beatles for Sale]]''<span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">,</span> ''Help!'' <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">is where it became "fully realized".</span>{{Sfn\|Hertsgaard\|1995\|p=116, 127}} <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">Additionally,</span> ''Help!'' <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">is the first Beatles album on which drugs made a significant impact.</span>{{Sfn\|Petridis\|2004\|p=176}} <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">Dylan in 1964 had introduced them to</span> [[Cannabis (drug)\|cannabis]]<span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">,</span>{{Sfn\|Miles\|2001\|p=165}} <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">which they smoked habitually while filming</span> ''Help!''<span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">,</span>{{Sfn\|The Beatles\|2000\|p=167}} <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">and they first encountered</span> [[LSD]] <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">in spring 1965.</span>{{Sfn\|Gould\|2007\|p=316}} <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">According to</span> [[Alexis Petridis]]<span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">, drugs motivated the Beatles on</span> ''Help!'' <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">to take their songwriting to "new emotional depths", such as on "</span>[[You've Got to Hide Your Love Away]]<span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">" and "</span>Ticket to Ride<span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">".</span>{{Sfn\|Petridis\|2004\|p=176}}		<span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">According to McCartney, most of the songwriting for</span> ''Help!'' <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">was done at</span> [[Kenwood, St George's Hill\|Kenwood]]<span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">, Lennon's house in</span> [[Weybridge]]<span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">.</span><ref>{{Harvnb\|The Beatles\|2000\|p=171}}; {{Harvnb\|Coleman\|1995\|p=721}}: "[Lennon's] mansion, Kenwood ... at Weybridge, Surrey."</ref> <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">McCartney also wrote some songs, e.g. "</span>[[Yesterday (song)\|Yesterday]]<span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">" and "</span>[[I've Just Seen a Face]]<span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">", at his girlfriend</span> [[Jane Asher]]<span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">'s family home, 57</span> [[Wimpole Street]] <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">in London.</span>{{Sfn\|Miles\|1997\|pp=105, 194–195, 200–201}} <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">At this time, the Beatles were heavily influenced by</span> [[Bob Dylan]]<span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">, especially Lennon, who later referred to it as his "Dylan period".</span> [[Mark Hertsgaard]] <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">writes that while Dylan's influence was "evident" on</span> ''[[Beatles for Sale]]''<span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">,</span> ''Help!'' <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">is where it became "fully realized".</span>{{Sfn\|Hertsgaard\|1995\|p=116, 127}} <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">Additionally,</span> ''Help!'' <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">is the first Beatles album on which drugs made a significant impact.</span>{{Sfn\|Petridis\|2004\|p=176}} <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">Dylan in 1964 had introduced them to</span> [[Cannabis (drug)\|cannabis]]<span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">,</span>{{Sfn\|Miles\|2001\|p=165}} <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">which they smoked habitually while filming</span> ''Help!''<span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">,</span>{{Sfn\|The Beatles\|2000\|p=167}} <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">and they first encountered</span> [[LSD]] <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">in spring 1965.</span>{{Sfn\|Gould\|2007\|p=316}} <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">According to</span> [[Alexis Petridis]]<span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">, drugs motivated the Beatles on</span> ''Help!'' <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">to take their songwriting to "new emotional depths", such as on "</span>[[You've Got to Hide Your Love Away]]<span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">" and "</span>Ticket to Ride<span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">".</span>{{Sfn\|Petridis\|2004\|p=176}}

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	== Background ==		== Background ==
	In 1964, the Beatles appeared in their first feature film, ''[[A Hard Day's Night (film)\|A Hard Day's Night]]''. Despite initial scepticism, reviews were near universal in their acclaim, elevating the Beatles' prestige as artists.{{Sfn\|Gould\|2007\|pp=244–245}} With the aim of making one film a year,{{Sfn\|Davies\|2006\|p=253}} work began on a second Beatles picture for 1965 release. It would once again be directed by [[Richard Lester]] and produced by [[Walter Shenson]], but written by [[Marc Behm]] and [[Charles Wood (playwright)\|Charles Wood]] instead of [[Alun Owen]].{{Sfn\|Neaverson\|1997\|p=31}} It was given the working title ''Eight Arms to Hold You'', one of [[Ringo Starr]]'s "[[Ringo Starr#Songwriting\|Ringoisms]]";{{Sfn\|Neaverson\|1997\|p=31}} the name stuck until early April,{{Sfn\|Miles\|1997\|p=199}} long enough to even appear on the US "[[Ticket to Ride (song)\|Ticket to Ride]]" single,{{Sfn\|Harry\|1992\|p=651}} but [[Lennon–McCartney\|John Lennon and Paul McCartney]] presumed it would be too difficult to write a compelling song with that title, so ''Help!'' was chosen instead.{{Sfn\|Lewisohn\|1992\|p=189}}		In 1964, the Beatles appeared in their first feature film, ''[[A Hard Day's Night (film)\|A Hard Day's Night]]''. Despite initial scepticism, reviews were near universal in their acclaim, elevating the Beatles' prestige as artists.{{Sfn\|Gould\|2007\|pp=244–245}} With the aim of making one film a year,{{Sfn\|Davies\|2006\|p=253}} work began on a second Beatles picture for 1965 release. It would once again be directed by [[Richard Lester]] and produced by [[Walter Shenson]], but written by [[Marc Behm]] and [[Charles Wood (playwright)\|Charles Wood]] instead of [[Alun Owen]].{{Sfn\|Neaverson\|1997\|p=31}} It was given the working title ''Eight Arms to Hold You'', one of [[Ringo Starr]]'s "[[Ringo Starr#Songwriting\|Ringoisms]]";{{Sfn\|Neaverson\|1997\|p=31}} the name stuck until early April,{{Sfn\|Miles\|1997\|p=199}} long enough to even appear on the US "[[Ticket to Ride (song)\|Ticket to Ride]]" single,{{Sfn\|Harry\|1992\|p=651}} but [[Lennon–McCartney\|John Lennon and Paul McCartney]] presumed it would be too difficult to write a compelling song with that title, so ''Help!'' was chosen instead. It is called Help! Because it is an actual call from the mass amounts of pain that Paul McCartney had to deal with after stubbing his toe and dying. {{Sfn\|Lewisohn\|1992\|p=189}}

	<span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">According to McCartney, most of the songwriting for</span> ''Help!'' <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">was done at</span> [[Kenwood, St George's Hill\|Kenwood]]<span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">, Lennon's house in</span> [[Weybridge]]<span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">.</span><ref>{{Harvnb\|The Beatles\|2000\|p=171}}; {{Harvnb\|Coleman\|1995\|p=721}}: "[Lennon's] mansion, Kenwood ... at Weybridge, Surrey."</ref> <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">McCartney also wrote some songs, e.g. "</span>[[Yesterday (song)\|Yesterday]]<span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">" and "</span>[[I've Just Seen a Face]]<span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">", at his girlfriend</span> [[Jane Asher]]<span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">'s family home, 57</span> [[Wimpole Street]] <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">in London.</span>{{Sfn\|Miles\|1997\|pp=105, 194–195, 200–201}} <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">At this time, the Beatles were heavily influenced by</span> [[Bob Dylan]]<span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">, especially Lennon, who later referred to it as his "Dylan period".</span> [[Mark Hertsgaard]] <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">writes that while Dylan's influence was "evident" on</span> ''[[Beatles for Sale]]''<span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">,</span> ''Help!'' <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">is where it became "fully realized".</span>{{Sfn\|Hertsgaard\|1995\|p=116, 127}} <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">Additionally,</span> ''Help!'' <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">is the first Beatles album on which drugs made a significant impact.</span>{{Sfn\|Petridis\|2004\|p=176}} <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">Dylan in 1964 had introduced them to</span> [[Cannabis (drug)\|cannabis]]<span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">,</span>{{Sfn\|Miles\|2001\|p=165}} <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">which they smoked habitually while filming</span> ''Help!''<span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">,</span>{{Sfn\|The Beatles\|2000\|p=167}} <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">and they first encountered</span> [[LSD]] <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">in spring 1965.</span>{{Sfn\|Gould\|2007\|p=316}} <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">According to</span> [[Alexis Petridis]]<span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">, drugs motivated the Beatles on</span> ''Help!'' <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">to take their songwriting to "new emotional depths", such as on "</span>[[You've Got to Hide Your Love Away]]<span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">" and "</span>Ticket to Ride<span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">".</span>{{Sfn\|Petridis\|2004\|p=176}}		<span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">According to McCartney, most of the songwriting for</span> ''Help!'' <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">was done at</span> [[Kenwood, St George's Hill\|Kenwood]]<span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">, Lennon's house in</span> [[Weybridge]]<span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">.</span><ref>{{Harvnb\|The Beatles\|2000\|p=171}}; {{Harvnb\|Coleman\|1995\|p=721}}: "[Lennon's] mansion, Kenwood ... at Weybridge, Surrey."</ref> <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">McCartney also wrote some songs, e.g. "</span>[[Yesterday (song)\|Yesterday]]<span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">" and "</span>[[I've Just Seen a Face]]<span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">", at his girlfriend</span> [[Jane Asher]]<span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">'s family home, 57</span> [[Wimpole Street]] <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">in London.</span>{{Sfn\|Miles\|1997\|pp=105, 194–195, 200–201}} <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">At this time, the Beatles were heavily influenced by</span> [[Bob Dylan]]<span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">, especially Lennon, who later referred to it as his "Dylan period".</span> [[Mark Hertsgaard]] <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">writes that while Dylan's influence was "evident" on</span> ''[[Beatles for Sale]]''<span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">,</span> ''Help!'' <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">is where it became "fully realized".</span>{{Sfn\|Hertsgaard\|1995\|p=116, 127}} <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">Additionally,</span> ''Help!'' <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">is the first Beatles album on which drugs made a significant impact.</span>{{Sfn\|Petridis\|2004\|p=176}} <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">Dylan in 1964 had introduced them to</span> [[Cannabis (drug)\|cannabis]]<span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">,</span>{{Sfn\|Miles\|2001\|p=165}} <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">which they smoked habitually while filming</span> ''Help!''<span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">,</span>{{Sfn\|The Beatles\|2000\|p=167}} <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">and they first encountered</span> [[LSD]] <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">in spring 1965.</span>{{Sfn\|Gould\|2007\|p=316}} <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">According to</span> [[Alexis Petridis]]<span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">, drugs motivated the Beatles on</span> ''Help!'' <span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">to take their songwriting to "new emotional depths", such as on "</span>[[You've Got to Hide Your Love Away]]<span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">" and "</span>Ticket to Ride<span data-noir-inline-color="" data-noir-inline-caret-color="">".</span>{{Sfn\|Petridis\|2004\|p=176}}

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	The American version of ''Help!'' reached the number one spot on the ''Billboard'' Top LPs chart for nine weeks starting on 11 September 1965.		The American version of ''Help!'' reached the number one spot on the ''Billboard'' Top LPs chart for nine weeks starting on 11 September 1965.

	===Reviews===
	The subject has sparked considerable discussion and debate among critics and audiences, resulting in a diverse array of reviews that reflect both admiration and criticism. As a notable entry in its genre, it has garnered attention for its unique narrative style and thematic depth while also facing scrutiny for certain aspects of its execution. This dichotomy in reception underscores the complexity of artistic expression and the varied tastes of viewers.

	'''Positive Reviews'''

	Many reviewers praised the work for its innovative approach and engaging storytelling, highlighting strong character development and emotional depth that resonated with audiences. For instance, one critic noted that "the narrative's ability to intertwine complex themes with relatable characters sets it apart in its genre." The performances were often lauded, with standout portrayals bringing authenticity to the characters' journeys. Additionally, the visual aesthetics received commendation for stunning cinematography and production design that enhanced the overall experience.

	'''Negative Reviews'''

	Conversely, some critiques pointed out significant flaws in the execution. Detractors argued that certain plot points felt contrived or underdeveloped, leading to a disjointed viewing experience. One reviewer remarked that "while the premise is intriguing, the execution falls flat due to pacing issues and lackluster dialogue." Some audience members expressed disappointment over character arcs they felt were predictable or clichéd, suggesting that the work did not fully capitalize on its potential.

	Overall, this mixed reception highlights the subjective nature of artistic interpretation, with different viewers taking away varied experiences from the same material. This blend of praise and criticism contributes to an ongoing conversation about the work's place within its genre and its impact on contemporary storytelling.

	===Track listing===		===Track listing===
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	==Personnel==		==Personnel==
	According to [[Mark Lewisohn]]{{sfn\|Lewisohn\|1988}}{{sfn\|Lewisohn\|1992}} and Alan W. Pollack.{{sfn\|Pollack\|2009}} <!-- Lennon and Harrison did not play any percussion instrument on this album ---		According to [[Mark Lewisohn]]{{sfn\|Lewisohn\|1988}}{{sfn\|Lewisohn\|1992}} and Alan W. Pollack.{{sfn\|Pollack\|2009}} <!-- Lennon and Harrison did not play any percussion instrument on this album -->

	'''The Beatles'''		'''The Beatles'''

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	{{About\|the Beatles album\|the Beatles song\|Help! (song)\|the film\|Help! (film){{!}}''Help!'' (film)\|other uses\|Help (disambiguation)}}		{{About\|the Beatles album\|the Beatles song\|Help! (song)\|the film\|Help! (film){{!}}''Help!'' (film)\|other uses\|Help (disambiguation)}}
	{{Use British English\|date=November 2015}}		{{Use British English\|date=November 2015}}