Paul McCartney: The Voice Behind the Music
Paul McCartney - The Voice Behind The Music
When talking about the biggest contributors to classic music from the '60s to the present day, the one name that appears on everyone’s list is Paul McCartney. Whether you’re a Beatles fan or not, you cannot deny the sheer amount of talent this man has brought to the music world throughout his career. Between the legendary band, McCartney’s solo efforts, his collaborations, and his work with producing, Paul has literally done it all. Let’s take a look at what made him a voice for the ages - both literally and figuratively.
From Merseyside to Music History
In March 1957, Paul McCartney was just a card-carying member of the Quarrymen, one of the many bands dotting the Merseyside music scene. However, as blasting car radios male it clear in the coming years, Paul was not content with just playing among the pub crawlers. His partnership with John Lennon eventually gave rise to the Beatles, and the rest is, as they say, musical history.
The Repertoire
The Beatles - Paul was the key player in most Beatles songs, and was even credited for writing the legendary standard “Yesterday.”
Wings - After the Beatles broke up, Paul formed the group Wings and produced a ton of highly-regarded singles including “Live and Let Die”, “Silly Love Songs,” and “Band on the Run.”
Solo Work - His solo repertoire includes the two hits “My Love” and a duet with Michael Jackson on “The Girl Is Mine.” Paul’s solo material had a strong focus on the development of soundscape work, and took on a more sonically experimental and experimental attitude.
Collaborations - Paul has collaborated with some of the most renowned music talents on the planet, ranging from Elvis Costello to David Gilmour. Plus, he was the bassist behind the all-star band Fireman.
When it comes to classic pop music, Paul McCartney is an icon. With a career spanning over half a century, and pop-rock canonizes to boot, McCartney is a voice for the ages.