The Beatles - Julia (lyrics) Apr 2026

: The song is primarily dedicated to Julia Lennon , who died in a car accident in 1958 when John was 17.

"Ocean child" refers to Yoko Ono, blending his past and future muses. The Beatles - Julia (Lyrics)

"Half of what I say is meaningless / But I say it just to reach you, Julia" : The song is primarily dedicated to Julia

: The phrase "Ocean child" is a literal translation of the Japanese name "Yoko". the opening line

: Several lines are adapted from the works of Lebanese poet Kahlil Gibran . For example, the opening line, "Half of what I say is meaningless, but I say it just to reach you," was inspired by Gibran's 1926 book Sand and Foam . Key Lyrical Excerpts Verse Type Lyric Highlight Significance Refrain