Their 1968 tune 'Back in the USSR' even had some right-wing folks branding The Beatles as comrades of communism. A few of their songs were given the cold shoulder by certain radio stations too.

Ringo Starr left the band for a period as they recorded 'Back in the USSR'. The drummer was fed up with the mood, as The Beatles clashed. About that period of recording, Paul McCartney said ...

We usually play two sets packed to the brim with classic beatles hits, from 'I wanna Hold Your Hand' and 'Drive My Car' right up to 'Lady Madonna' and 'Back In The USSR'. Sets usually last for 45 ...