About The Song
The song, originally written by Pete Seeger, was adapted by The Byrds and released in late 1965. It quickly gained international success, entering the U.S. chart at number 80 on October 23, 1965, and later reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart on December 4, 1965. “Turn! Turn! Turn!” is the title track of The Byrds’ second studio album, released on December 6, 1965. Like its predecessor, the album showcased the band’s folk rock style and vocal harmonies.
The song reflects The Byrds’ distinct folk/rock sound, characterized by multi-guitar timbre and jangly twelve-string Rickenbacker guitar. It contributed to the band’s commercial success and solidified their place in the folk rock genre. “Turn! Turn! Turn!” has been widely used in films and TV shows, evoking memories of the 1960s, further cementing its status as an iconic piece of music history.