The Beatles
Let It Be
Let It Be was inspired by Paul McCartney's mother who passed away when he was only 14 years old. She died of cancer and that is what led to him writing this track. His mother, whose name was Mary, was often confused with the song being that of the Virgin Mary. The band said it is up to the fans interpretation. The iconic track was the last Beatles single to be unveiled before Paul announced his departure from the band. Paul explaned: "I had a dream in the Sixties where my mum who died came to me in a dream and was reassuring me, saying: 'It's gonna be OK. Just let it be...'" McCartney's mother was also named Mary, which has been cited as an inspiration for the "Mother Mary" lyric.