What Is the Beatles' Highest-Selling Single?

The Beatles' highest-selling single is "I Want to Hold Your Hand," released in 1963. The song was a massive commercial success, topping the charts in both the United Kingdom and the United States. It became The Beatles' first number-one single on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the U.S., where it stayed for seven consecutive weeks.

"I Want to Hold Your Hand" was a breakthrough hit for The Beatles in the United States, marking the beginning of Beatlemania and their ascent to international superstardom. It sold over 12 million copies worldwide and remains one of the band's most iconic and beloved songs.

Here are estimated sales figures for the top 3 highest-selling Beatles singles worldwide:

1. "I Want to Hold Your Hand" - Over 12 million copies
   
2. "Hey Jude" / "Revolution" - Over 8 million copies
3. "Can't Buy Me Love" - Over 6 million copies