Taxman

"Taxman" is a song by English rock band the Beatles. It was first released on their 1966 album Revolver. It was written by George Harrison, with some help from John Lennon. It is about a tax collector taking a lot of money from people. Harrison wrote it because he was being taxed a lot because of Harold Wilson's Labour government. The song was recorded a month after Labour won the 1966 general election.

Personnel
According to Ian MacDonald, except where noted:

George Harrison – lead vocals, lead guitar
John Lennon – backing vocals, rhythm guitar
Paul McCartney – backing vocals, bass guitar, lead guitar (solo) 
Ringo Starr – drums, cowbell, tambourine

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Category:1966 songs
Category:The Beatles songs
Category:Stevie Ray Vaughan songs