The Beatles are iconic in rock ’n’ roll because they revolutionized everything about popular music — from songwriting and recording to image and cultural influence. Bursting onto the scene in the early 1960s, they turned rock from simple teenage rebellion into a sophisticated art form that could be emotional, experimental, and deeply human. With their unmatched melodies, harmonies, and creative evolution — from “I Want to Hold Your Hand” to Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band and Abbey Road — The Beatles constantly reinvented what rock could sound like. They popularized the concept album, pioneered studio innovations, and inspired countless artists to push creative boundaries. Beyond their music, they reshaped youth culture, fashion, and global identity, sparking a musical and social revolution that still echoes today. Simply put, The Beatles didn’t just influence rock ’n’ roll — they defined it.