Illustration contrasting two song lyric variations: On the left, a microphone and music stand displaying the original lyric “I said something wrong”; on the right, silhouettes of three iconic male singers with the lyric “I must have said something wrong,” highlighting a subtle shift reflecting gender expectations. Gender/Sexuality

The Song “Yesterday,” Manhood, and the Fear of Vulnerability

In this episode of The Psych Files, I explore the fascinating intersection between music, psychology, and gender roles through subtle lyric changes in Paul McCartney’s timeless song, “Yesterday.” I focus specifically on why iconic male singers like Frank Sinatra, Elvis Presley, and Marvin Gaye altered the lyric from “I said something wrong” to “I must […]