Paul McCartney: The Waterstones Interview

Paul McCartney has stated that it is highly unlikely he will ever write a conventional autobiography. The Lyrics, then, stands as the defining literary statement of Britain’s most influential living songwriter. To celebrate it as Waterstones Book of the Year, he spoke with James Daunt about his Liverpool childhood, looking back on The Beatles and how this presentation of his songs sheds a whole new light on him personally and the world that surrounded him.
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[@georgekuczer3543]

I pray for Paul's health everyday, I just cannot imagine the world without him around.

[@olskzeri4991]

The world would survive without William and his lies.

[@Wayne_Schlagel]

You can pray for William.. Paul is dead for decades.

[@Eyeluvlola]

the haters are out

[@sackjoyer9229]

Agreed. I dread the day. Along with Ringo's

[@warrens1764]

Poor Billy

[@scottmasson3039]

This is one of the most loved men who has literally ever walked the planet.

[@stevenholton438]

This is literally one of the most loved men who ever walked the planet.

[@scottmasson3039]

@@stevenholton438 dyslexia 🤷‍♂️

[@stevenholton438]

@@scottmasson3039 it's all good bro

[@user-jj1yb7mz9b]

@@stevenholton438 this is one of the most literally loved men who ever walked the planet

[@stevenholton438]

@@user-jj1yb7mz9b This must literally be one of the most loved men to ever walk the planet!

[@msmacmac1000]

I have loved Paul since I was 13. ( I’m 72). I think he is one of the finest human beings alive today. I have gotten by with a lot of help from his songs.❤️

[@olskzeri4991]

The Paul you fell in love with was the "cute Beatle". "Sir Paul" (William) is not that Paul.

[@msmacmac1000]

😂😂😂

[@ianhenderson9491]

Nurse! This one’s out of bed again.

[@shellymanway9250]

The fact that he's so articulate at his age is a testament to his intelligence. He's literally a young person in an old man's body.

[@olskzeri4991]

I would not call 84 years old "young".

[@shaunmcgee4204]

@@olskzeri4991 He’s only 79.

[@Carmen-st1uc]

@@olskzeri4991 🤡??????????????????????????????

[@lyrebird9749]

I know, right. I wonder if being vegetarian for so long helps. He is so clear minded and still so energetic and keen to learn new things. Also I love the way he goes "Good call!" and "I feel I nailed it", very comfortable with the way people talk today. Long may he live.

[@clairoswife]

@@olskzeri4991 why are you on every single paul mccartney video? leave.

[@moozartney]

I'm glad, as I'm writing this, that Paul McCartney still walks this Earth. He is a legend and a blessing to our world.

[@olskzeri4991]

Paul McCartney have not walked this earth since late 1966.

[@olskzeri4991]

Paul McCartney have not walked this earth since 66.

[@lucasratti]

Couldn't agree more ! (Answering to the moozartney comment)

[@lucasratti]

​@@olskzeri4991yep he must have fallen the edge of the flat earth what do you think ?

[@chromebaby]

Goddam. I wish more interviews were like this. Calm, thoughtful, insightful and where the interviewer graciously listens. And we need start unreservedly giving thanks to Macca. We don’t know how much longer we’ve got him for but his contribution to the happiness of our civilisation is immense.

[@olskzeri4991]

"Sir Paul" (William) is 84 years old and he won't live forever.

[@briancornish1296]

Yes, England still had Standards in civility and manners. Puts in perspective what "Scruffs" the Beatles were.

[@wanderer1955]

@@olskzeri4991 He's not 84. And who is William??

[@scorpiorising3741]

Why would you use God's name in vain? Would you use your mother's name as a cuss word?

[@wanderer1955]

@@scorpiorising3741 "Mothers" are real. God is fake news.

[@pkgannon]

I can sit and listen to Paul talk all day. I think the way he tells a story (irish-like). Plus his voice is so familiar it feels comfortable to listen to.

[@olskzeri4991]

But then you would have to unlearn all the nonsense "Sir Paul" (William) have been telling people.

[@Carmen-st1uc]

@@olskzeri4991 🤡?

[@snakychip]

Just watched the Get Back documentary, it’s incredible watching Sir Paul 50 years later talking about his music, obviously looking older but the same creative fire within, the people of Liverpool must be very proud of him and the Fab Four

[@alexandrebenois7962]

No other artist has given me so much pleasure throughout my life. I looooooooooooove this man !

[@naderhashemi555]

I have listened to many interviews with Paul McCartney over the years. This is one of the best. Absolutely loved it...

[@fluorosco]

Have you seen him making The Pipes Of Peace on the Russell Hartt Show ?

[@imemine6494]

.. what did it reveal?

[@fluorosco]

@@imemine6494 it's great, watching him talk to Russel Harty and see him working with his pal George Martin making that great song Pipes of Peace 😊

[@imemine6494]

@@fluorosco.. Yeah iv seen that.. love Paul.. but I think he's not the same guy, I'm afraid

[@fluorosco]

@@imemine6494 I know, he's older now . I love Paul too

[@zoobee]

Sir Paul, is not a national treasure. He's an international treasure, for all time. So great, so famous, so humble, so lovely. I imagine he is just as charming and intelligent and witty as he was as a young lad in Liverpool. To have changed the world musically and yet to be so down to earth, is the sign of a most wondrous soul

[@macca8606]

Agreed! Best from Germany

[@Jvstforman]

Young lad in Scotland actually, from my research. I also can hear his accent creeping through his fake scouse one haha. He is not the original Paul McCartney. Yeah you think im crazy haha. But unfortunately for you, you’re the mad one. God bless.

[@VasChordum]

@@Jvstforman so says the actual mad one lmao stop it

[@Jvstforman]

@@VasChordum you say stop it because you are using your brain and the truth scares you. There us hope for you yet....

[@VasChordum]

@@Jvstforman the truth doesn’t scare me, buddy. it’s people like you who “do their research” (aka finding KZbin videos to confirm your biases) and then suddenly act like they know better than everyone does who frighten me the most. actually - frighten is a strong word, I think its hilarious. have fun living your “truth” :)

[@shahyadesfandiary7234]

I met Paul McCartney once long ago in Jamaica and I can confirm he is one of the nicest people you can ever meet. It was at a lunch and he introduced himself simply by saying Hi, I am Paul. That was the end of the conversation because I was a bit star struck.

[@lindam4259]

So happy for your good fortune!

[@maritimponi]

Wow!! Last time he was in Brazil I've read that he had walked into a tiny barber shop and gotten a hair cut while 1 other customer was getting her nails done and that was that. I kept thinking what would have happened if I was getting my nails done and paul mccartney walked in... 😂 I think they would have needed to revive me 😂😂😂

[@davidwright9550]

Used to sing their songs into a hair brush with my sister looking into a mirror in 1964. I am 62 now ( 2022 ) and have loved them my entire life. This is a great interview, and thank you so much for sharing it.

[@lanapoulliot7682]

Best interview of Sir Paul I've ever seen. The interviewer lets Paul speak as much as he wants to and doesn't interrupt. All interviews should be done as intelligently as this one. Excellent!

[@janewhite4486]

In this 2022 world ,this is found beauty! Go Brits !

[@pedraportuguesa7373]

It's unbelievable that, we still have one of most iconic human being, still alive!!! He's alive and still talking about Beatles!!! He is a human's history talking to us!!!!!!!!!

[@mirrortime]

Pedra. Thank you. I understand. but, it's really not unbelievable to me. 79 is not THAT old anymore. He's healthy and happy. And, yes it is human's history talking to us. Ringo is 81! Time is imaginary I believe. Sending love to the world!

[@ellenh9381]

And ... he looks really good, healthy.

[@olskzeri4991]

But "Sir Paul" (William) was not the first one, he is the second one there. And he is 84 years old. Too many people are impressed by this liar.

[@tylsimys67]

And I've seen him live, performing. 50 meters apart, for 2 hours. That's the most important thing for me.

[@pedraportuguesa7373]

@@tylsimys67 LUCKY!!!!!!!!

[@garygoggin]

"He's a poet and i'm a sort of songwriter"...talking about the understatement of the century.You are one of the, if not the greatest songwriter that ever lived.

[@willritter4076]

I'd be honored if some Beatles & McCartney fans would give a quick listen to my acoustic piano & vocal YT performances of BLACKBIRD kzbin.info/www/bejne/rne2pYqcnLyLm5I and PENNY LANE in tribute to 2 of Sir Paul's many legendary compositions. Live acoustic with no autotune or digital editing. Peace and everybody stay safe.

[@thelancemanL]

It still amazes me that Paul and John met each other in the same town, at the same time, and both ended up being the greatest songwriters of all time.

[@mieperdepiep6145]

Yesssss. I had to laugh so much when he had said that,,I,m a sort of a songwriter,,...... I cannot stop laughing. It,s ,,just,, PAUL !!!

[@Azoria4]

@@thelancemanLand the fact George Harrison, who penned something, here comes the Sun, taxman etc. Was also there!

[@ExquisiteIdea]

​@@Azoria4 Long Long Long...

[@davidmcleandamrecordings3673]

Paul is a treasure.

[@CooManTunes]

Not as big a treasure as George Floyd, though. I mean, you try getting people to support smoking meth and committing felonies. Not an easy task!

[@AdamRangiaho]

john, paul, george and ringo made the greatest music ever…..!! over 50 + years later, they are as fresh as the day they first made them…..❤️❤️❤️

[@arlenmargolin4868]

@Frank Lopez it seems just as stupid to make a comment about somebody's opinion as if your opinion is fact

[@olskzeri4991]

You did forget to mentioning William.

[@arlenmargolin4868]

@@olskzeri4991 wow I haven't heard a thing about you and quite some time good to see your still kicking about

[@AdamRangiaho]

@Frank Lopez and wtf would you know about me or my musical tastes, interests or ability?!?!? thats right sweet f'all.....!!! lol.....how about you listen to all the thousands of famous groups and artists of today who also sing the praises of Beatles music and credit them with being their inspiration & the creators of the best music ever!!! FYI the bvewatles came to MY hometown in the '60's where I was able to see and hear them as a child, there's been no greater band in the history of R.n.R to visit since...... grow up pal!!! Strawberry Fields Forever!!!!

[@olskzeri4991]

@@arlenmargolin4868 Was you being sarcastic now :D ?

[@uapnewdiscoveryimages]

This is a lovely interview. Very relaxing , natural and informative. The interviewer is excellent.

[@masonlongo3720]

The interviewer is the CEO of Barnes and Noble and the Managing Director of Waterstones, so he's something of a multitalent too

[@yoya4766]

@@masonlongo3720 Ah no wonder. This is the best interview Macca's done, because of the interviewer. So genuinely interested, intelligent, and insightful.

[@lyndamcardle4123]

Great interviewer !

[@aboolaylaa1984]

@@yoya4766 Yeah, I love his enthusiasm.

[@NoNameNo.5]

There is no living artist more significantly important to the arts, music, culture, and just life in general than Paul. He is the soundtrack to our lives, I grew up with the Beatles in my ears, took my girlfriend to see Paul, later my kids. Boy, your gona carry that weight a loooooong time.

[@juleedardeau]

His Song "Appreciate" off album New 🙌

[@headrusted]

His voice sounds like it can be a song.. Everything just flows and very musical

[@maz4388]

We all need to appreciate Paul more, he is a complete creative!

[@Me-fr7yj]

After watching Get Back, and how amazingly clear the picture is, this is surreal. It feels like he’s supposed to be young.

I've just seen the very first minute, but I can tell how the interviewer likes Paul and his work from all of his heart. You can see how honoured he feels that he can talk to Sir Paul. Bless him.

[@yoya4766]

We're all here because of Macca, but hats of to the interviewer. He's excellent, such a pleasant, well spoken, intelligent man, who's genuinely interested in his interviewee. Fab.

[@olskzeri8007]

"Macca". You mean William.

[@PDN11141]

Paul McCartney shares such appreciation of his teachers, his education, the arts, theatre, the poets, the humour of Chaucer and a love for family and music. I love the questions James Daunt asks.

[@margaretlattany7613]

Simply a delight to listen to Paul converse on so much that influenced and inspired him with such candor, humility and warmth! He's got such a welcoming, homey, personality which juxtaposes with the fame, fortune and accolades of his life. The Lyrics is a present I'll soon purchase for myself and think it money well spent. Like himself, I love books too. Thanks KZbin for material I wouldn't get to enjoy otherwise!

[@Avri_Citron]

Good point, the (great) interview was not interrupted with any ads. I guess because it was an ad itself and they made certain that it was not broken and disturbed. Pleasure to see for a change.

[@thesilvershining]

Did you buy your present and love it? Mine is ordered :)

[@fournaanjeremy3877]

what a lovely man he is, I’ve never seen an interview in his 50+ years of fame where he doesn’t come across impeccably. An absolute hero

[@phenomenon452]

Paul you are still dangerously handsome and I still love you and your wonderful work.

[@olskzeri4991]

Oh admit that "Sir Paul" (Willliam) looks his age (84).

[@debrapietrowski4300]

​@@olskzeri4991you sir, are without one single doubt... definitely "Obsessed". And I must also add to that seemingly factual statement, not obsessed in a 'positive' way, but in a rather sad annoying take, I might say

[@dadduorp]

(@2:33) "...and he's (Paul Muldoon) a poet, and I'm...sort' a songwriter..." Understatement of the century.

[@ambsat]

“I write songs.” “So do I.” ….and the rest is history. ❤🎶

[@nomo4u886]

Bless him & Ringo man I’m glad the last Beatles are doing well and are in good health. The fact that they are both still putting out music in there 80’s is insane.

[@olskzeri4991]

Ringo is the last Beatle alive.

[@BobbyGeneric145]

I remember the newspaper headline when George died... "AND THEN THERE WERE TWO..."

[@PaulFormentos]

Billy is a Beatle too. Good job all these years you son of the magician.@@olskzeri4991

[@jessicallanham]

God, I would love to attend a lecture from Paul talking about the influence of literature and languages on his art.

[@CockneyRebel1979]

Imagine having him show up to your school or college. I wonder how many of the kids today'd suss out who he is.

[@susanhampton517]

Absolutely one of the best interviews Paul has ever been involved in… he’s just wonderful and I cherish the fact of his ongoing voice in the world. Blessings for keeping on well, brilliant, & happy. Thank you! ❤

[@dennispope8299]

If Sir Paul McCartney were an instrument, he would be a Stradivarius Violin. His voice, even when simply speaking is musical and quite calming. I have enjoyed the Beatles work since approximately 1963 and I have always used them as a musical compass. Thank you John, Paul, George, and Ringo. 🙂

[@olskzeri8007]

And give a thank you to William too. He kept Beatles going after JPM died.

[@dylanphelan3010]

He did a better job too!

[@marurbina353]

Porque hay personas tan odiosas Muchos artistas de mi generacion no me gustan para nada esos generos y simplemente los ignoro en youtube

[@halephil1]

@@olskzeri8007I know you don’t believe that. 😉

[@PaulFormentos]

He speaks the truth....Paul is dead and billy rams on@@halephil1

[@benrosn8154]

Paul McCartney, such a phenomenal musician and person I love him with every single aspect of my heart. He’s such a talent. He has inspired me every day to be a musician and his haunting, beautiful, elegant lyrics that had such darkness and loneliness in it you could tell Paul hurt, it was beautiful music I absolutely love Paul McCartney. God bless Paul McCartney the BRITs have one, the fact that the British have the Beatles that’s a big L for America.

[@orunir]

Me: "Oh Paul has to do another interview by some old man named... James Daunt" >James Daunt, born 1963 Really shows the timelessness of Paul and The Beatles, still exudes this energy and spirit of a young man even when he's a generation older than the old man asking him questions.

[@hasselett]

They look the same age.

[@fearrua4436]

I wouldn’t call someone born in the 60’s “old” but I see your point

[@philoza1000]

Not SO old! :)

[@tonykins1945]

Fascinating. I was going to watch a few minutes and I watched the whole thing. So many interesting insights into Paul's life and Art. Daunt an excellent and sympathetic interviewer as well.

[@MegaPetty43]

I love how Paul is so calm when he talks, and entirely enjoys doing interviews....plus he let himself age so gracefully....got rid of the dye and like the 5 o'clock shadow look very distinguished....hope I age that well.....God Bless you Paul!

[@olskzeri4991]

William doesn't need to dye his hair anymore since he became whitehaired.

[@davejarrard6065]

So fortunate to be a member of the generation that danced to this man's melodies. He's one of a handful of great 20th century songwriters, which includes George Gershwin, Cole Porter, Hoagy Carmichael, Irving Berlín, and Bob Dylan.

[@katherinedupoise4604]

Yeah must be no shave November

[@carladaniels7910]

The song when im 64 seems old at the time, but not now. God bless Paul...

[@KillaCommieFerMommie]

I've seen MANY big names of classic rock in concert over my 57 years of life. McCartney was THE most gracious and generous performer ever!!.... Not to mention the AMAZING music he played.... Gonna be a SAD day when that Man leaves our earth.

[@KillaCommieFerMommie]

@Frank Lopez ... Most people HAVEN'T.... Have you?

[@thesilvershining]

I try not to think about him leaving us 😢

[@olskzeri4991]

With "Sir Paul's" (William) death the truth about JPM's death should come out.

[@PaulFormentos]

It is in Memoirs, maybe READ IT@@olskzeri4991

[@geraldwilliamson3478]

Wonderful human being. One of the most important artists that have ever lived. I love his music, love listening to his stories. An amazing person who's music will live on forever 👏👏👏👍👍👍❤️❤️❤️

[@BirdYoumans]

I grew up with the Beatles. Once again, I sit here just amazed by this simple, extremely complex man.

[@ncpascoe]

same...i think if i ever met him...i wouldn't be able to handle it...i would probably have a heart attack and die...he is my only true idol

[@silva7493]

@@ncpascoe Lol! I've been a beatles fan since the day after they were on Ed Sullivan. We didn't have a TV, and if we had my mother would've been horrified. I wouldn't have been able to watch anyway, but the day after the word and the music and records were out at our school and everywhere in the USA. If I had come into close contact with any of them I would've been completely tongue tied and would not have been able to speak. My legs would've turned to Jello.

[@Mackie9210]

Were The Beatles A Psychological Operation? kzbin.info/www/bejne/fGXLe6R4iL6EmMk

[@thesilvershining]

I could never meet Paul, I’d become such a stuttering stumbling fool in his presence.

[@dedrajade5394]

@@thesilvershining me too!

[@JohnSmith-hw1mv]

A day without a Beatles or Wings or McCartney song is empty!!! I was 9 in 1970 when my older sister got the Let it be album, We laid on the floor in front of our dads speakers and listen then flip it and listen then flip it and from that time I was "enlightened"!!!! Thank you Sir Paul for the deep beautiful influence you have had on my life!!!!

[@Catg461]

As a Frenchwoman, he is my favorite English teacher. I could listen to him talking for hours and hours. 😇

[@gerrycoogan6544]

At last! A Paul McCartney interview which is genuinely interesting, informative and reveals something about the human being behind the musical genius. It's been a long time coming but it's very, very welcome.

[@r.p.mcmurphy6623]

Huh??? They are hundreds of great interviews with Macca over the decades. This one is very nice, but it contains nothing earthshattering or new at all. It even contains his most often recited anecdote, "it couldn't get much worse".

[@peek-a-moose2491]

@@r.p.mcmurphy6623 -- What do you want. more dirt on Yoko, more details of a fist fight between George and John, more about Ringo's stability in keeping the Beatles together.... I've heard too much about that nonsense. I love what Paul says about Shakespeare and Chaucer and how the interviewer gets more out of him with just a simple interjection....

[@r.p.mcmurphy6623]

@@peek-a-moose2491 🤣 It will feel so good when you climb out from under that rock. Also, your comprehension skills need a good deal of honing. Merry Christmas...lol

[@JonGrandeMedia]

"He's a Poet, I'm a sort of Songwriter" Lol Paul you are literally THE Songwriter

[@ParadiseVids]

What a lovely proper Englishman interviewing our Paul!

[@KevinsHeaven]

Great interview. Always interesting and fascinating to listen to Paul. This was the perfect setting for him to free flow, uninterrupted with his thoughts and answers. Always amazes me how lucid Paul is.

[@VincentTruman]

I've always found his interviews pretty guarded and full of stories we all have heard - but my god, the guy looks sensational for nearly 80 years old.

[@2degucitas]

I'm really liking the tan and bronzer on the cheeks.

[@johnnyhartley4330]

@@2degucitas Message to Paul, Hey dude, don't make up bad.

[@user-jj1yb7mz9b]

@@johnnyhartley4330 i love you Johnny

[@iamfantastic.iamgreat3649]

I remember you VINCENT! We know! 😑 Facts Vincent Trueman. Mike Turner. Eddie Frank! We well well! I'm going now. Bye Vincent Trueman, .

[@iamfantastic.iamgreat3649]

@@user-jj1yb7mz9b I HAVE INFORMATION ON John. I will get back to you soon with the information, okay! Thanks again and hope you have a good few whiskeys,! Pigging out in the ocean! I'M TRYING AGAIN TO BE HONEST WITH you. Cans Croke is after popping his clogs!

[@dhaley8847]

Paul has an amazing ability to keep himself in the public eye and popular for 60 years! he is an amazing talent and businessman, his popularity show it as well as his bank account! He is worth over a Billion dollars.

[@olskzeri4991]

Yeah what a life it turned out for "Sir Paul" (William).

[@Carmen-st1uc]

@@olskzeri4991 ????????🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡

[@philross1680]

Just a really wonderful interview with Paul, the whole thing got me totally engrossed the whole time.

[@olskzeri4991]

But the question is how many lies William tells in this video.

[@darrinrooke1451]

His compositions Yesterday,Long and winding road,hey Jude etc,are as monumental as the classic hymns and Bach,they will be powerful in hundreds of years time

[@olskzeri4991]

"Sir Paul" (William) did not write Yesterday. He is just Another day.

[@LageYouTube]

@@olskzeri4991 Said no one ever. Piss off

[@steveshannon8961]

I had never heard the Eleanor Rigby story before. Wonderful stuff by Rock n Roll's greatest singer songwriter performer ever. Thanks for sharing this.

[@the_minimalistic_adventure]

Paul looks fantastic for his age. Oddly enough, his gray hair does not age him much. Really cool guy!

[@ofeliaaristi482]

Adorable Paul, it’s so enticing to see and hear you only five days before your 80 birthday! Hope someone is organizing something huge for a gigantic musician, a genius, and a great human being. Wish I could give you a birthday hug and wish you the very best today and always. Love you, Paul, gorgeous Paul! ❤️

[@olskzeri2723]

William is 84 years old.

[@tanjaradun3998]

@@olskzeri2723 ok then

[@mariannesuarez5807]

Loved the book! I'm actually a teacher and have time to reread it again this summer. Amazing interview! I'm so in awe and admire the fact that Paul is so down to Earth and such a good sport....when let's face it...he is the greatest songwriter of all time. Thanks for the insight and tips. I'm writing a book and watching this interview inspired me! Well done!

[@foxythepirate98wolfgangh20]

I'll never forget one night in 1964 in Hamilton, Ontario when I was doing my usual late night radio surfing on my parents big console set that at night was able to clearly tune in well over 200 radio stations from all over N. America. It had one of those big plastic dials with a giant lead weight behind it. That night every single station, all 200 plus, were playing a Beatles record all at the same time at the moment I was surfing. To be sure to what I was listening, I reversed the process from the other end of the dial and got the same result. No other recording artist in history can claim that I believe, nor will they in the future. In 300 years, people will still be listening to the Beatles.

[@inotubol]

If there was no music , you would still be always the best man in the world !!! ❤

[@fluorosco]

He's lovely

[@kelseymathias3881]

So sweet that he's still delighted with the creative process (of writing a song).

[@topgazza]

In the arts there are many true geniuses. Paul is up there with Shakespeare, Van Gogh, Beethoven and whomever you want to add. Unique, gifted beyond all reason and has become a wonderful person. We are blessed

[@jameslloyd949]

Lovely interview no talk show host or hyped up audience just thoughtful questions

[@ernestpower2202]

They all had body doubles since they got beat up in the parking lot. Billy Pepper was his, look it up Please!

[@teacherlucas9982]

I love this man so much. LONG LIVE PAUL!

[@olskzeri4991]

Real JPM have been dead since late 1966.

[@Carmen-st1uc]

@@olskzeri4991 🤡?

[@markdoughty8780]

Let's face it, the man's a living legend; it always amazed me that The Beatles were able to stay so level headed despite their phenomenal global success

[@jmad627]

And the stresses of fame. It’s nothing short of amazing what and how much they accomplished and the quality of their output living in a fishbowl is nothing short of amazing.

[@lyrebird9749]

Fame did get to them, but as they've all said, at least they had each other. Elvis was on his own, but the four Bealtes were able to support each other through what must at times have been hell. Their humble upbringings helped a lot too. Sadly, John didn't cope as well, due in large part to his childhood trauma and insecurity, which was one factor leading to them splitting up as a band. But they still all loved each other. So much to learn from these guys!

[@musamusashi]

I just love this man, beside the musical genius he is, he's such a nice, considered, down to earth and respectful person... really one in a billion.

[@olskzeri4991]

No, "Sir Paul" is a lying old man. William have built his life on lies.

[@olskzeri4991]

William have built his life on l.

[@jackeppington6488]

This is the nice thing about old age. You can relax a bit and look back and enjoy your life without quite as much PR consciousness as you may have earlier.

[@TheIceyeddy]

He looks great considering he's nearly 80!

[@ohlookitscorn.]

Because he's a Beatle 🤘

[@picturegracecolb5525]

So many amazing outcomes and collaborations, carry on and thanks for letting US listen in! 7/14/22 (I got the books 2 volume set THE LYRICS and the kids book ALL YOU NEED IS LOVE)

[@mainman127]

That’s how you do an interview ….know the subject , ask good questions, and never interrupt.

[@pobinr]

It's quite simple. He's one of the best songwriters ever & he's a nice bloke

[@olskzeri4991]

William is overrated as a songwriter.

[@LageYouTube]

@@olskzeri4991 Who you call Faul is a far superior songwriter. All Paul ever did was write simple love songs

[@Aderin.]

​@@olskzeri4991 Just because he supposedly died it doesn't mean his songs are garbage. Even if paul died he wrote better songs than the 'old paul mccartney'

[@msmoniz]

I was born 4 years AFTER The Beatles broke up, and not known a life without The Beatles music and Fab Four lurking in my life in some way and will forever be grateful to have been alive during a time where their existence has informed mine and so many others lives. Thank you John, George, Ringo, and Paul.

[@yoavbinyamini]

"I used to fancy myself as a bit of an artist"' Said one of the greatest...

[@felixwatkins958]

McCartney is the great elder statesman of pop music.

[@robertrussell9336]

Thank you Paul for the hundreds of interviews over the last 50 + years. We have gotten a peek into your world and we love it, and you keep us wanting more. We can't imagine your gift and we are all.....maybe...... we're amazed.

[@olskzeri4991]

But since late 1966 William have lied to people. And he often repeats the same lies in interviews.

[@olskzeri4991]

But since late 66 William have lied to people. And he often repeats the same lies in interviews.

[@olskzeri2723]

But William have lied to people since late 66. Lied in interviews.

[@olskzeri4991]

But since late 66 he have lied to people. William is not trustworthy.

[@Tamar-sz8ox]

What a legacy …paul has given us so much joy . 🎸🎶 🇬🇧

[@songfuzz]

SO refreshing to get an interview where there's proper information and not just " how do your write your song's Paul" well done James Daunt ...respect!

[@brywool]

I must say I do miss "What's your favorite colour?" ;)

[@joejackson6453]

Beautiful Interview 🌱

[@rebelpunx88]

Seems like a lot of boomers in the comments have a lot to learn from Paul, who still keeps a youthful spirit by being open minded to the new things around him

[@garyordo886]

Same old Paul still down to earth as always.

[@olskzeri4991]

Real JPM was down to earth. "Sir Paul" is more arrogant.

[@Bluzian74]

Great upload! thank you! Pretty funny stuff, especially Paul playing into James' fandom stargazing. Beautiful stuff. Cheers from Canada!

[@harlech52]

I seem to be alone in saying this - a bit too much of the stargazing I thought from the interviewer.

[@1satisfiedmind]

What a great interview, its nice that the days of interviewers poking and prodding to discover new "Beatles" insights., rather than to find Paul. Its been a long and winding road, and im very happy that we still have this beautiful soul.

[@johncarroll418]

Aew,ra2

[@md21656]

Not sure what to make of this. Annabelle, Jane, Julian ....... I think the take away is Paul is a stellar guy. I appreciate his early loss of his mother and his trials and tribulations. I too walked that path. I then rebounded, appreciated, loved and carried on. To my chagrin that came to a sudden end when my amazing 38yr old husband died suddenly of an aneurism. My challenge is I didn't have the backing, money not the acknowledgement that Paul had. I think he gets it. He loves his family and he is grateful. We don't call the shots, but we must be grateful. God Bless youmandm Nancy as you carry on , appreciate one and other as you carry on. Your mother is proud and your father is a hero is for carrying on. God Bless you one and all; pray for me and mine and as you travel on your way. We are on it together.

[@olskzeri4991]

Mary McCartney was not the mother of "Sir Paul" (William).

[@TTM9691]

"Paul McCartney has stated that it is highly unlikely he will ever write a conventional autobiography". He kind of already has: "Many Years From Now" by Barry Miles is basically Paul's memoir of The Beatles years.

[@johnp515]

That is not a conventional autobiography. Adding comments to what another writer writes about just one specific time period in your life does not constitute a conventional autobiography.

[@retrobaseballjunkwax5302]

@@johnp515 lol check out the Memoirs of Billy Shears. It's printed on Pepper Press under Macca inc. There's some perspective for you

[@illuminotmereloaded6896]

@@retrobaseballjunkwax5302 Hey Retro! My goodness, I've been scrolling for 10 minutes, and this is the first comment showing the first bit of sense that isn't pure Paulism. I believe the statement about never writing a conventional autobiography is Billy sort of trolling the minority who know who he is and who have read the excellent autobiography 'The Memoirs of Billy Shears' that George Martin's son Gregory Paul narrates by the way.

[@markdoughty8780]

Pre-ordered and purchased the book; a fascinating and inciteful read - highly recommended. Very much enjoyed this interview too - thanks.

[@tessabela]

"sort of songwriter"... how humbling those words spoken by one of the greatest songwriters in the history of music.

[@laika5757]

Paul and Elton John are soooo good to listen to. Very articulate and honest. This interviewer is also superb, knows the art of keeping silent and let the stars talk. 🎼🎶🎸

[@tubalcain1039]

Sir Paul really struck a chord with people.

[@justiceforjamespaulmccartney]

James Paul McCartney died in car crash on September 11 1966. Brian Epstein with the consent of the authorities at the time and the three Beatles, he decides to replace Paul with a right-handed session musician named William Shepherd. Everyone involved, including their families, vowed to keep everything a secret. However, The Beatles produced over a hundred clues about Paul's death in their albums and images. William underwent numerous cosmetic surgeries to resemble Paul. William is two inches taller than Paul, William has green eyes, William has a weaker and thinner voice than Paul, William has totally different manners. Musically, Paul was a genius, William is just a good musician.

[@hugo2216]

Just love him. He's always been there and his melodies and his beautiful voice. My dream to write with him.

[@olskzeri4991]

"Sir Paul" (William) have not always been there. He didn't show up until late 1966, after he joined Beatles "as an already set up affair.

[@Carmen-st1uc]

@@olskzeri4991 🤡?

[@Moluccan56]

@@Carmen-st1uc let’s add 💩 to that. 🤡 😂

[@garyolshan4177]

Sir Paul has such a wonderful sense of humor., That is one of the attributes of The Beatles, a fucking great sense of humor!

[@inthenameofliberty6417]

James Paul McCartney ~ A most representative example for humanity to learn from, across the generations to come. Pauls contribution to world history will be studied, relished and shared infinitely.

[@olskzeri8007]

No, "Sir Paul" (William) will be seen in a different light if the truth ever comes out.

[@Carmen-st1uc]

@@olskzeri8007 🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡?????

[@Moluccan56]

@@Carmen-st1uc don’t forget to serve some💩 💩 to the obsessed, pathologically jealous troll. 🤡

[@RonnieMinh]

What a fantastic presentation. Thank you!

[@sandrashevey8252]

Paul probably could have taken over the Beatles, had John not kept it under control with an iron hand. He is brilliant not just as a lyricist and a musician but as a business person too. He KNOWS the DEAL, when to say Yes and when to say No. Trully remarkable!

[@olskzeri4991]

He did take over the Beatles from Lennon. William became their new bandleader when he joined Beatles "as an already set up affair".

[@LageYouTube]

He was very much the leader during the Get Back / Let It Be sessions

[@rebeccaanderson9917]

Paul is so utterly beautiful ❤

[@OlskZeri-qm4ce]

Without the right lightning and makeup William looks his age.

[@davidirvin8885]

​@@OlskZeri-qm4ceMr. Campbell? Ahh, yes. Still around.

[@jaceconverse6337]

Regardless of how you feel about the Beatles, you have to hand it to Paul . He started out after the breakup with the critics against him and after John's death, It was John who lots of fans believed was the best songwriter. But Paul never gave up and now he's got what he always wanted which was to be considered by lots of folks to be the best of the Beatles.

[@olskzeri4991]

William's huge ego made him go on. And he have produced some muzak trough the years.

[@camillajonsson6819]

It's better now, when people see the truth and also George Harrison getting more love and people now being ashamed for thinking J.L was a genius and being so upset when he died years ago. lol

[@jsigur157]

McCartney looks to me like a person playing the role of "Paul McCartney"

[@CooManTunes]

Every person should try to see Paul, at least once. I saw him perform at Candlestick, in 2014, so now I can say that I've seen a Beatle.

[@tyronewhitehead2737]

I really liked this interview both looked comfortable learnt more facts and Paul looked happy and healthy thankyou saw the lyrics interview at the Southbank and bought the book enjoying 🙏