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The Paul McCartney-Penned Beatles Song John Lennon Instantly Loved: “And John, as I Recall, Just Sat There”

There was one Paul McCartney-penned Beatles song in particular that John Lennon instantly approved of. Find out which one.

Paul McCartney says he’ll never forget writing this legendary 7-minute Beatles song

Paul McCartney recalls writing the 7-minute Beatles classic Hey Jude and why the song became one of their most iconic hits.
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Beyoncé Thanks Paul McCartney for 'Blackbird': 'Every Time I Sing It I Feel So Honored'

Beyoncé covers the 1968 Beatles song on her 2024 album 'Cowboy Carter' Gilbert Flores/Variety via Getty; Kevin Mazur/WireImage Beyoncé thanked Paul McCartney on Instagram for writing "Blackbird," ...

Paul McCartney delivers 60 years of music to sold-out Pinnacle crowd | Review

While Lennon was present only via video, McCartney was live on stage at the Nov. 6, 2025 show The Pinnacle in Nashville and thanks to technology, was able to sing a duet of The Beatles' "I've Got A ...

The Beatles song Paul McCartney wrote that sparked unexpected tension inside the band

The Beatles struggled with Maxwell’s Silver Hammer during the Abbey Road sessions and Paul McCartney’s determination turned ...