“I Want to Hold Your Hand” is one of The Beatles’ most iconic songs, released in 1963. It was written by John Lennon and Paul McCartney and became the band’s first U.S. number-one hit, contributing significantly to the “British Invasion” of American pop culture in the 1960s. The song is known for its catchy melody, upbeat rhythm, and infectious energy, representing the early pop-rock sound of The Beatles.