A Song Is Blood
A melody comes to me like someone is singing it to me. It's magic.
Paul McCartney
British musician of The Beatles, one of the most successful composers in history.
All moments: Paul McCartney
- Birth of a Legend — Paul McCartney
The Beatles were about growth. We changed every single day.
- Humble Beginnings — Paul McCartney
Nobody believed in us at first. We just believed in ourselves and the music.
- Connection With People — Paul McCartney
Music is a bridge between souls. It's the only thing that truly connects people.
- The Challenge to Be Better — Paul McCartney
I'm never satisfied. I always think how to make it better, more interesting.
- Craft and Heart — Paul McCartney
Composition requires craft, but genius is when the heart sings with the melody.
- Youth Without Fear — Paul McCartney
When I was young, I didn't think about consequences. I just wrote songs and sang.
- A Last Conversation About Bread — Paul McCartney
In my last conversation with John, we talked about baking bread. I'm so glad we got back to that relationship.
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