Paul McCartney
Musician
Genres: rock, pop, classical, electronic
Country: England
One of the most successful musicians in history
Sir James Paul McCartney, an English singer, musician, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and composer, became globally popular as a founder and member of The Beatles. Paul McCartney has received numerous music awards, including 19 Grammy Awards, as well as BAFTA and Golden Globe awards. His work is not limited to one style. In addition to pop and rock songs, he has released classical, electronic, and orchestral compositions, and has also written music for films.
The beginning of his musical career and The Beatles
Paul McCartney began his musical career as a member of The Quarrymen, a band that later changed its name and became one of the most famous groups in history - The Beatles. Over time, McCartney became one of the band's leading figures and combined many roles, playing bass guitar and keyboards, performing vocals, and writing songs with John Lennon. After 10 years, in 1970, The Beatles came to an end, leaving an incredible mark on world music.
Paul McCartney's solo career
After the band broke up, Paul McCartney made his solo debut with the album McCartney and formed Wings, a group that achieved major success and lasted for about 10 years, just like The Beatles. After that, McCartney focused on his own development as a musician, and it paid off. His songs topped the charts in the US and Britain.
Paul McCartney's music
Paul McCartney, both independently and together with John Lennon, created many legendary songs for The Beatles, including "Hey Jude", "Let It Be", "Come Together", "And I Love Her", "Yesterday", and dozens of others. His solo career also includes many popular tracks, such as "Hope of Deliverance", "Maybe I'm Amazed", and "Coming Up", as well as collaborations with other world-famous artists. Two of the best known are "Say Say Say" with Michael Jackson and "FourFiveSeconds" with Rihanna and Kanye West.
Paul McCartney. Live concerts
Paul McCartney regularly tours with live solo shows, takes part in charity events, and joins music projects. His music, status, and influence make his concerts highly popular, so tickets can sometimes be very difficult to buy. Those who do get in can enjoy a mixed set featuring songs by The Beatles, Wings, and Paul McCartney's solo work.