The name Strawberry Fields is inspired by the song Strawberry Fields Forever by The Beatles. Featured on the album Magical Mystery Tour, this song is regarded as one of The Beatles' greatest songs, known for its dreamy and beautiful melody, nostalgic lyrics, and dramatic arrangements made possible by cutting-edge recording technology of its time.
It is also a song that Steve Jobs loved to listen to in his life. Jobs had a special attachment to this track. His treasured CD collection included not only the original version of Strawberry Fields Forever but also various experimental takes of the song. These rare recordings provided a glimpse into The Beatles' creative process. Jobs was deeply moved by the way The Beatles constantly refined and improved their songs, and their relentless pursuit of perfection left a lasting impact on his own philosophy. This creative spirit of The Beatles is said to have influenced Jobs throughout his career.
Song is the crystal of constant effort and passion, and we metaphorically describe the song as strawberry. Just as a strawberry grows from a seed, sprouts, blooms, and finally bears fruit, a song begins with a simple idea, evolves with added melody and lyrics, and is perfected through arrangement and recording. With this metaphor, Strawberry Fields represents a space where songs grow, flourish, and bear fruit.
Strawberry Fields Forever, Magical Mystery Tour