Nuno Bettencourt’s Paul McCartney Story

[@ntomatas1]

"what would you do for the chorus?" is a question that- if answered by Paul McCartney- may get your kids through college.

[@notyetskeletal4809]

Haha!

[@BadRager599]

@@nckhed What’s the system? Music???

[@wheresmycar9559]

​@@nckhed begone angry boomer

[@scottscott9150]

​​@@nckhed oh the system that's raped the middle class and made home ownership now impossible even for families with both parents working ? stfu. You're the generation of I got mine" and worked half as hard to get there but don't even know it. Well be lucky to even have a world that's recognizable soon. Worst generation in human history

[@Ematched]

@@BadRager599I’d tell you, but it’s hard to keep up with every new, dumb thing these idiots get mad about.

[@malamute8257]

Finding out that McCartney uses "expensive" for chords too made my day

[@gioa9064]

🤣

[@Koolgit]

You don't

[@roburban1289]

he probably meant "expansive"

[@malamute8257]

​@@roburban1289nah, it's a normal musician lingo thing to call nice chords expensive.

[@DANOZXZ]

Im a spanish guitar player anda we use expensive for chords with adds

[@lucachessamusic]

Such a humble dude he is. Love Nuno. What a legend

[@goravens18]

Such a sweet and polite guy. I met him in 1989 or 1990 back in middle school when Extreme was signing autographs at Record and Tape Traders music store. I’m in line and as it’s my turn I say hello and mention that I play drums. Nuno calls over to the other band members and says “hey this kid plays drums”. Then asks if I’m in a band. So I respond “no, just jammin with a friend”. Nuno then lights up and says “that’s how it all starts! Next thing you know your parents are mad at you and your mom kicks you out of the house for being too loud” and they all laugh together and Nuno sticks his hand out to shake mine. Remember that exchange like it was yesterday. Was so personable and friendly. Amazing guitarist. Love that rocked out game of thrones theme song he did a few years ago before the series finale with Tom Morello, etc.

[@jeepmanxj]

He never got the wider appreciation he deserves.

[@bobgray3138]

@@goravens18pppo loop

[@privateconfidential4775]

Free speech: he’s alive!(after all these years)

[@chrisholder4978]

Go back to 3rd grade and learn how to use "a" vs. "an".

[@8Majlo]

If you watched entire video, he had amazing moments with Paul, Nuno seems such a great guy, true musician

[@j.snyder4957]

sorry guys - where do I find the entire interview ?

[@mitchmcturtle6890]

@@j.snyder4957 instead of making some smart ass comment about how obvious it is to find the full video I’ll instead just tell you that it’s on ricks channel if you go to his page under videos

[@sebalo689]

Do you know what song they were talking about ?

[@robertkroberjr.157]

I've watched the whole video 3 times so far. I'm pretty sure I'll be watching it many more times! Freaking awesome! Thank you Rick and Nuno!

[@joecoppolino2800]

I went to school with Nuno. Grew up in the same town and have mutual friends. He is absolutely a great guy. He was a great kid in high school, too. His whole family are gifted musicians.

[@cribrebo7375]

"More Than Words" by far is one of the greatest Duos ever written..

[@aslmyk]

And overplayed when it came out

[@Marisolita_95]

​​@@aslmyk And they still play it in net channels like the 80's, 90's, Hairband channel etc. I mean, it's a great song but you don't wanna hear it every fricken day.

[@JoseMunoz-uo7jd]

​@@Marisolita_95compared to today's music I'll take that song everyday

[@Marisolita_95]

@@JoseMunoz-uo7jd Well said, Sir. Even though I was born in the mid-90s, I like 70's and 80's music so much. Today's music can't even be called music, it's more like crap. I think we understand each other, right?

[@Slipmahoney21]

It made and ruined them all in one song!

[@nirmalsuki]

Rick Beato is one of the biggest heroes for music on KZbin.

[@joblo6394]

another cool one is Otis Gibbs channel, bunch of stuff there you might like

[@toddbashem1430]

​@joblo6394 agreed! Professor of Rock has loads of content that I never knew, as well. Though I do start his vids at approximately 1.5 min mark to avoid the repetitive intro. Also skip the in-vid ad, too. I pay a premium to not have ads, don't try pulling an end around on me.

[@roryomalley3183]

Totally agree ❤

[@Danny-fs1hk]

Yes!

[@graysonmichael8335]

Agreed!

[@rossmacdonald3880]

Anyone who has a Paul McCartney story is always thrilled & humbled. 👍🇬🇧

[@janicesorgenti3247]

Seriously tho. So true!!

[@Larryharrybarry]

Paul McCartney is an ethereal being, and Nuno knows it to be true

[@jog8483]

Nuno isn't exactly an ogre, himself.

[@emilioaramalvarado3402]

Agree

[@jonathanlafrance8643]

Good for you! GREAT story! Any moment in conversation with Paul would be worthy to take with you for life…BUT to have a guitar in your hand at that moment, to be playing a verse progression to song you’re still writing, that HE HEARS from BEHIND you, that catches his curiosity, enough for you to get a reaction from THE GOAT of GOATS -a compliment no less, and even a request for more (which is mind-blowing; well, if that’s not enough, to have the wherewithal to graciously and cleverly ASK HIM what he would do for a chorus, MAKES YOU WORTHY OF THE WHOLE EXPERIENCE! What a GIFT! You’re BLESSED! You know there are undoubtedly MILLIONS of us that DREAMED of this. In fact I had a vivid dream that I was writing a song with Paul in my studio/warehouse, chair to chair with our acoustics, and the John was in the next warehouse room listening. It was incredible and the song was incredible. I told all my writing’ buddies. I deduced that John being in the other was my way of dealing with the fact that he’s gone but that his influence was present! Lol …Fun stuff!

[@diggerbones5292]

That song is something that got me through many a difficult days. Beautifully recorded. Thank you.

[@АлексейС-ы3з]

What song is that?

[@skollybob]

More than words

[@KeithJBrett]

Loved Nuno and this story. He transports you right in the moment.

[@billesposito2112]

Well said . I couldn't stop watching this interview. And it's the 1st time I ever heard him speak or play. Was super impressed with both. Would love to play along side him. Just hanging out with him would be incredible. Great human, we need more people like him and we wouldn't have this upside down world we live in.

[@DontLetTheOldManIn]

Very emotional and passionate, good communicator!

[@5roundsrapid263]

Having McCartney listen to you play guitar is like having Da Vinci watch you paint… 😂

[@daviddauterman325]

Nah

[@youtubeadmin.8673]

Not really , PM played bass .

[@dravenblackthorn4765]

​@@youtubeadmin.8673 And the guitar, and the drums, and the piano.

[@youtubeadmin.8673]

@@dravenblackthorn4765 still not a 'da Vinci ' caliber guitarist. 1

[@rickysebastian6386]

​@@youtubeadmin.8673 he's a da Vinci caliber of song writing so, that's that

[@brettscott8288]

Paul seems like such a down to earth humble guy❤

[@stevejackson9952]

Look up the video of him and Beck trying to get into a party after the Grammys and the bouncer is giving him the you're not on the list.

[@BaileysMariner]

​@@stevejackson9952and Taylor! All howling drunk 😂

[@sullyb23511]

@@stevejackson9952 That guy did his job.

[@stevejackson9952]

@@sullyb23511 So Paul McCartney of the Beatles wants to come into your party . And your door guy doesn't know who he is. And your ok with that??

[@topsecret1837]

@@stevejackson9952 The real one was dead after all, right?

[@joehernandez9722]

Yea, Paul McCartney one of the only 4 that truly knows what it's like to be a Beatle looking from the inside out. And I'm truly thankful and fortunate that they happened during my lifetime when I was 10. I'll be 70 in December, a lifetime of yea-yea-yea! 🎶 🎶 🎶

[@jonlamotte588]

I will be 66 on 12/11. I agree, we were so blessed to have grown up in the 60's and 70's. And I was so very fortunate to spend a good deal of 70's and 80' as a rock n roll drummer. I actually feel sorry for those who missed those magical years.

[@questioneverythingHaid-gb4dc]

Just became a septuagenarian two days ago. Saw the Beatles on the Ed Sullivan Show and as an 11 year old growing up in Hawaii, was more interested in surfing, football and “Speed Racer” cartoons. I thought, “Ho hum,” but I grew up with them and the White Album had me retrogressing into a fan. Yes, magical times or were we ill-informed of worldly events, ignoring warnings by Orwell and even our very founding fathers? Paul, in an interview talks of finding out that a bloke across town knew the B7 chord and he and John (and others) jumping on a bus to seek this guy. Imagine what they could have created with an iPhone in hand.

[@LightningDogg]

@joehernandez9722 I'm several months behind you, as I was 3 months past my 9th birthday when I saw the Ed Sullivan/beginning to the music revolution. Mind you, my siblings and I were whining because my MOM switched the channel. SHE wanted to see the Beatles (who?) and I am forever grateful to her. I was mesmerized by the music, the 4 guys having fun, and of course the deafening screams of the girls. I immediately wanted the haircut (which was not remotely long by standards only 4 years later) and my dad said "not in my house". What a great time to be that age...for the next 10 years! How lucky were we?😎👍

[@FocusBeyond777]

A belated Happy Birthday Mr. Hernandez! Wishing you many more blessed years and a lot of fabulous music!🎉

[@FlippyD1998]

Don't forget about George Martin!

[@Dave-nm3xc]

I love this dude. He seems so fun to be around.

[@susancorgi]

And he's one of the best guitarists in the world. right up there on the top 5 for sure.

[@nuevision8]

Paul just loves to write songs. One of the GOATs !

[@Bran_Flakesx7]

I'm living vicariously through this clip

[@dimebagvinnie644]

God bless your life 🙏

[@alan2a1l]

Look up the full video. Terrific. Rick Beato, the best interviewer of great musicians on the webs!

[@19nervousbreak]

I finally enjoyed one of these dang short videos. The musician seems like a nice man. And he was so respectful of Paul McCartney. Would love to see more of these.

[@thomasd1513]

More than words. Food for my ears.

[@mjrotondi5086]

He can’t even play guitar properly.

[@ellenmcintyre1247]

​@@mjrotondi5086sour grapes you couldn't do it

[@psychonautpupildiallater7734]

Nuno is the man! Paul McCartney recognizes talent when he sees it!

[@patfromamboy]

I’ve never heard of him, who is he?

[@psychonautpupildiallater7734]

@@patfromamboy Guitarist from the band Extreme, he’s one of the best players out there.

[@lenaonmealways4193]

I was fortunate to see Extreme and meet the members by their tour bus in Santa Cruz CA at the Catalyst. A wonderful memory...all the guys were so gracious. Thank you Extreme members! ❤

[@bushdoctor1976]

I graduated from Santa Cruz High in ‘93 and grew up sneaking into The Catalyst to see shows. I got to see ALL the huge 90s bands before they were big

[@lenaonmealways4193]

@@bushdoctor1976 Wow! Lucky you! 🙂👍

[@murf493]

Nuno it's probably the most underrated guitarist ever He's absolutely sick with it

[@michaelstorms47]

Beato T Shirts please Mr. Beato! Best interview yet! So much positive energy from Nuno, shear excitement of a 5 year old at 57. Finance all of your great interviews with t-shirt sales sir.

[@ekayaniperforms]

Yeah!

[@NameWitheldByRequest]

Paul McCarteny writing a song is like me making a peanut butter and jelly sandwich

[@jmack619]

Sounds expensive! And crunchy!

[@brenchadpicks3]

Exactly what I was thinking

[@idk9637]

​@@jmack619 crunchy peanutbutter is the worst

[@grruuuuuuuuuu]

you are that good at making sandwiches?

[@assininecomment1630]

😄 I thought the exact same thing, ​@@grruuuuuuuuuu . We kinda knew what he was _trying_ to convey.

[@andrewpappas9311]

If something like that happened to me I wouldn’t even have the words to describe it, writing something with one of the greatest musicians ever and a huge influence of mine would be the coolest thing ever

[@MarceloLaraM]

Well said, exactly my thoughts. Cheers

[@eazymepeazyme3907]

You would need .... More than words.... I'll see myself out...

[@andrewpappas9311]

@@eazymepeazyme3907 Well played, I liked that

[@songbird9978]

@@eazymepeazyme3907 HA!

[@fabianpinos2778]

Nuno is just a true master! Love those honest funny stories… he walked a long way to get where he is at right now!! Love his music!!! Love his honesty!! 💪🏻🎼🎸

[@nateholt4588]

"Sounds expensive" that make me smile.

[@lameseugapo2360]

Nuno is disgustingly talented. Absolutely love him.

[@boozalm3715]

Never even heard of the bum

[@Eowyn187]

He's also SO damn fine. Lhm

[@TheRapidDescent]

No ego, just a musician talking to a hero realizing hes writing a song with Paul McCartney. Great story.

[@garynein8045]

I've been so blessed. To have been here in a time with the most amazing music, musicians, and songwriters in the entire history of this planet 🙏 So Blessed ❤

[@johnkotchmusic]

Love to Nuno and his contributions to guitar playing! ❤

[@charleswidmore5458]

Wow. That is such an amazing story. Love Paul.

[@onethousandtwonortheast8848]

Best damn interview Rick has ever had (with Lanois a very close second) and probably the best damn interview on the internet period. Love the Nuno!!!

[@jasonbennett60]

Sir Paul has definitely been gifted with the ability to feel music as opposed to just hearing it

[@albertschepis]

This is great; I just also saw (on Tik Tok)more of what he said about meeting Paul and how nice, friendly and fun he was. Very cool.

[@gvgv3515]

When Nuno plays the " expensive " chord, it reminds me of the opening chord for Just the Way You Are by Billy Joel. Now that I've said this, go back and listen with Billy's song in your head. Its like any second Nuno will sing " DONT GO CHANGIN....." !!!❤

[@MissJensk1]

I don't hear that at all

[@Nickepickeparonpung]

… your emotion🤷🏼‍♂️👍🏻😉

[@MissJensk1]

@@Nickepickeparonpung ?

[@mleone77]

That makes sense because this chord has a 6th in it and the opening to Just The Way You Are also has a 6th. It's a very distinctive sound, not often used in modern pop music because it's difficult to resolve. The final chord in She Loves You is a 6th, and George Martin apparently tried to get them to take it out because in his mind it was musical "jazz hands" (corny and theatrical). But the Beatles didn't know it was a 6th chord, or how it was perceived, they just knew it was a new sound they'd hit upon that they liked and so they kept it. And, of course, they were right!

[@IkechiUkazu]

To me that expensive chord sounds like Eric Clapton's Change the World

[@jallakka7149]

Isn't it great that the Beatles are musicians musicians. I meet so many easy listeners who think the Beatles are crap. It's wierd.They are just the best. Nuno is amazing too.

[@owenklein1917]

You can meet a lot of people who say the Beatles are crap but you won’t meet many real musicians who say are the Beatles are trash

[@terrypussypower]

⁠​⁠@@owenklein1917 Never mind “many”, you won’t meet ANY real musicians who say the Beatles are trash! Not a single one! As the mere suggestion that The Beatles are trash, would be enough to prove you are not a real musician!!

[@Sponsi_PL]

Yeah it's like a lot of people think Ringo was crap but then I (I never listened to too much the Beatles) saw this documentary about how he was different in playing, sort of a bit of a revolutionizing+alternative and it was like WOW...

[@TheClassicalSauce]

@@owenklein1917 People who say the Beatles are crap are small brains. They are the greatest band of all time and there is no contest. They have at least 100 hits and even their deep cuts are better than 99% of what any musician could write.

[@owenklein1917]

@@TheClassicalSauce yep I agree lol

[@michellegiardinobast7471]

This is one of my favorite interviews. Nuno shared incredible memories ❤

[@craigmiller6451]

Just meeting him would be amazing, but writing with him, priceless To me, Paul is the most talented musician ever

[@grimlock1211]

Sting is.

[@tyandthetymebenders6317]

"More Than Words" can say.

[@BusinessZeus]

this is not More Than Words, BUT WHAT IS IT?

[@onetempleofthekingdomassig3265]

I also remember that song by a band callex ALIAS called more than words can say ( I need you now) ..

[@leadchick]

I've met Nuno and he's one of the nicest people you'll ever encounter. Can you imagine writing a song with Nuno and Paul?? - wow! Just a fly on the wall, maybe, Great short story.

[@n.miller907]

Was lucky to see these guys play live many years ago. Absolutely talented beyond belief.

[@mybluguitar6051]

If both Paul Mccartney and Brian May praise your guitar abilities, you know you're an insane guitarist!!!

[@patrickosullivan9911]

Love this guy, Nuno is awesome!!

[@roycarder6179]

I’m From Liverpool …and this guy does a fine attempt on Paul’s accent …Extreme where a great band back in the day…a lovely story to hear from Nuno .

[@Savagemister]

Paul McCartney needs to be protected at all costs

[@mrdavidurquhart]

oh he is. A friend of mine used to drive bands around when they were in town. He was waiting backstage at a gig and one of McCartney's bodyguards appeared behind him. My friend is also a studio engineer and he can HEAR a pin drop. He says the guy made no sound. He must have been ex-special forces and he was like a ghost.

[@24magiccarrot]

Too late he died in 1966

[@TheSuperk2782]

Love the Respectfulness

[@luisvillarreal5262]

“ What would you do for the chorus?” Brilliant. (In Paul McCartney’s voice) A moment Nuno has, forever engraved, in his memory bank. What a moment that was. 🤯

[@jackdough8164]

He’s such a good guitar player. It’s a shame extreme never took him as far as he could’ve gone

[@rikweeds2306]

Man Nuno is such an amazing musician. His tone and skill are the tippy top of the best

[@zigsrig]

The entire interview is great and I highly recommend it. Nuno's enthusiasm is unmatched! He's such a cool guy and has great stories.

[@carolynh8866]

Do yoh have a link gor the whole interview. I'd love to see it.

[@rcjr.7725]

I really wasn't into the band extreme but I knew that he was a great player I think he's a nice guy very blessed

[@chadriffs]

This was one of my favorite interviews, Nuno is so brilliant and humble

[@rioriggs3568]

This interview will go down in history!

[@maskedcreator4525]

Nuno is at the top of the guitarist mountain. The summit reserved only for.the guitar players that stand out not just for popular songs, but for having a unique sound. The rise solo is just mind blowing!

[@cjclementine434]

“Expensive” is exactly the way that sounds, but only a free soul like Paul could pick that word out!

[@jamesfitzgerald6636]

It’s a Liverpool thing, it’s expensive

[@TachiKawaHafu]

Three sides to every story is an amazing record. The lyrics are ecclesiastical. The music was orchestral but it rocked. In my world it was a masterpiece.

[@songbird9978]

I agree with you. It was underrated and trashed by the critics. I thought it was beautiful, a really stellar piece of audio art! No one come close to Nuno as a guitarist! Love him!❤

[@judsonkr]

Just the thought of Paul McCartney watching me play the guitar gives me sweats.

[@PashaRedfeather]

This is a really sweet story. I love it thank you.

[@jeffsheridan9910]

Nuno lives his best life. Love the emotions and words that pour out of him. ❤❤

[@FocusBeyond777]

If Nuno was playing it, it's genius.If Paul helped, it's not expensive. It's absolutely priceless!

[@theritchie2173]

To be fair to Nuno, I've heard worse McCartney accents. Not many, but some. He's already a guitar legend, he can't be great at everything.

[@LoraxSpeaks]

Nuno Bettencourt is the most underrated guitarist on earth hes so brilliant

[@polescalante]

Genius Rick... I'm definitely going to your channel now and find this whole thing to see how the story continues... Love your channel!

[@Yupppi]

These shorts are great. They nail the craziest story in music business. Or not music business. In lives of individual people who happen to end up in the middle of something amazing.

[@mrbungle3310]

Amazing..eveyone would sweat if Paul speaks to them... litteraly its like god of music approaches you...at least for me

[@thesilvershining]

If Paul ever looked me in the eye and said two words to me I’d probably faint 😂

[@dpdilla]

Love all the stories Nuno told, he’s a legend in his own right, and the whole time he talked about the people he looks up to.

[@TrueBlueBoogie]

😃 Wow - to collaborate with Paul McCartney! What an amazing moment that must have been! 😃 ❤

[@slipperyjohnson7016]

Expensive is a huge compliment.

[@tomkruze2749]

Paul has Always been my Favorite. Then George. Use to like John more then George but, the way he was in later life really won me over. George is so spiritually sound. He has a Good relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ. It’s awe inspiring. I’m sure it’s even better now that his with him.

[@DeflatingAtheism]

When the Beatles catalog was put on Spotify, which song immediately went to #1? None other than Here Comes The Sun, a George song that was never a single!

[@songbird9978]

I love George, don't get me wrong, but George and Jesus?! Wasn't George a Hare Krishna?

[@EmperorMaximus66]

Great Brit humour! Paul was angling for the invitation and you cannot pass those up.

[@ultimatebasses]

Nuno has come full circle!

[@michaelwillingham1745]

That would be crazy it's like having Buddy Rich or Louie bellson say wow that's a pretty awesome solo on the drums and then have Neil Peart ask you if he can use a couple of those drum fills 😅 😅 😅

[@helenefaw3210]

THAT is every guitar players dream!!! Paul McCartney IS not only one of the best musicians ever but one of the best human beings for such a musical God...love stories like this🎸🎤🥁💜

[@terryfauzifan9459]

I need to thank this man personally because learning the more than words on the guitar and able to play it .from a teen geek to adulthood help me in obtaining numerous chance to experience relationships with a number with beautiful women ..to eventually to my wife .. this needs to said

[@cmikesmith664]

I ❤’d this interview. Nuno rocks!!

[@chrisbenedetti5722]

What an honor to have paul mccartney help you write a chorus 🙏 i wish that would happen to me 😮

[@olearyml57]

That's Paul with a bad Irish accent😂..love it!

[@C000DY]

Ive played guitar for 17+ and everytime i hear nuno talk about guitar.. i understand every damm thing. And i can follow so intuitively.. like ive already been there in his storys. And its just great..

[@joeyattaway756]

When Paul wants to write a song with you then you DO IT!!!

[@Coda6766]

Nuno is one of my favorite guitar players.

[@toddnallastx]

A true soul...with the warmest spirit of an artist that just wants to give!

[@MonkyTube18]

mean cliffhanger

[@robcalder2660]

Nuno so underrated good to see you back and extreme rock /metal needs a kick in the ass

[@Anlazo]

Paul is the kinda guy who’s live long enough to know what cords are expensive 😂

[@monickalynn4365]

Talented and still gorgeous I must say

[@diaryofanaxeman539]

I am technical guitarist, served as a Marine .... If I was playing and Paul McCarthy came up to me as I was playing..... and asked me that question..... I 'd fall apart like a leper in a break dance contest !!!!

[@JDB1184]

🤪😁

[@philipmazonson4694]

Nuno seem like a real good dude ..

[@PC-iv5so]

saying "how would you do it" is genius. you instantly have a Nuno and Paul song.

[@24Rachelts]

Wow! To have Paul freakin McCartney ask about a song you are creating And THEN He finishes the tune WITH YOU! THAT is Surreal!!! 🎸❤️🤘

[@nickphaux]

Wow. Gonna be a really sad day when Paul passes away 😥

[@jonlamotte588]

Why even bring it up. I want to believe he's immortal

[@thesilvershining]

I will be inconsolable tbh

[@deirdredcoutho2247]

Love you for " more than words" Nino B FOREVER.

[@Internetman1996]

"What's that you're playing?" xD

[@josephmilia9533]

do u know what the name of the song is?

[@diegoaerospaceengineer]

@@josephmilia9533I also want to know.

[@PashaRedfeather]

“More than Words” reminds me very much of “Ebony and Ivory” What a blessing !!!!

[@riclee9504]

I would burst into tears, I couldn't help it 😭

[@thesilvershining]

Same, burst into tears and then faint 😭

[@DrewMonge]

Nuno is such a cool dude to listen to. One of the best interviews ever. 💯

[@H0LT-85]

As a Liverpudlian, I must say that is the worst attempt at our accent ever 😂

[@Willie_McBride]

And he knew it… but he’s right, no matter how poor the accent is, that story doesn’t work without st least attempting it

[@MongooseTacticool]

Eh eh eh calm down calm down! 😂

[@historyman1]

Deffo lar

[@Revelian1982]

Orite mite?

[@carkod]

It's not Liverpoolean, it's Scouse, Liverpoolean doesn't exist. Also for you it's a bad attempt, if you read down the comments other people say it's good.

[@annewd293]

A thrill to do a song with anyone. Pure love

[@brianstrutter1501]

Paul McCartney is like a king on music. Wish i heard the rest

[@michaellewchuk8272]

Smart man to ask