"**Those Were the Days**" by **Mary Hopkin** is a nostalgic and wistful folk ballad about memories of youth, dreams, and the passage of time. Released in **1968** on The Beatles' Apple Records label, the song became an international hit, celebrated for its haunting melody and Hopkin’s soulful voice. Here’s a closer look at the history, background, and lasting impact of "Those Were the Days": ### 1. **Originally a Russian Folk Song** - The song’s melody and original concept came from a **Russian

The Beatles: "Goodbye" - (1969). McCartney demo for Mary Hopkin | Galeria do Classic Rock G7

The great Mary Hopkin was one of the first artists signed to The Beatles’ Apple record label! She appeared on the Ed Sullivan Show in 1968 📷: George Wilkes/Hulton Archive/Getty Images #MaryHopkin #ThoseWereTheDays | uDiscover

Those Were the Days Song by Mary Hopkin Welsh singer Mary Hopkin covered "Those Were the Days" as her debut single in 1968. Produced by Paul McCartney of the Beatles and arranged by Richard Hewson, the cover became a number one hit in the UK and Canada, and also reached number two in the US on the Billboard Hot 100, The song was featured on the US version of the debut album Post Card. #classic #oldiesbutgoodies #bringbackmemories #nocopyrightinfringementintendedmusicbelongstotherightfulowner #wo