How many songs have the Beatles written total?
Also, do you think a song that the Beatles covered (such as "Twist and Shout") would count as a song by them, or no?
Are the Beatles still some of the top selling music?
Thank you!
The Beatles recorded and released 214 different songs on original release albums, EP's and singles, about 20 of which were not written by the Beatles.
I would have to say that the Beatles is still one of the top selling because they go way back and people of all ages seem to be listening to their music
i personally like the song octopus's garden:) ... teeehee. :P
To find out how many songs the Beatles have written in total, we can look at their discography. The Beatles have officially released 213 songs across their studio albums, singles, and EPs. However, it's worth noting that this number may vary depending on what is considered an original composition versus a cover song or a collaboration.
Regarding your second question, songs that the Beatles covered, such as "Twist and Shout," would not be counted as songs written by them. These are songs originally written and performed by other artists, but the Beatles recorded their own versions of them. So, in the case of "Twist and Shout," it was originally written by Phil Medley and Bert Russell. The Beatles' version is a cover of that song.
As for the Beatles' sales, they are still one of the best-selling music acts of all time. According to the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), as of 2019, the Beatles have sold over 178 million certified units in the United States alone. Globally, it is estimated that they have sold over 600 million records, making them one of the highest-selling bands in history. Their popularity and sales continue to endure, even decades after their initial success.
I hope this answers your questions! Let me know if there's anything else I can help with.