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Eleanor Rigby

McCartney: A Life in Lyrics

CHAPTER

The Inspiration Behind Eleanor Rigby

This chapter explores the origins and significance of the character of Eleanor Rigby in Paul McCartney's song. It discusses McCartney's childhood experiences with elderly women and how they influenced his creation of the character. The chapter also touches on the name Eleanor Rigby and its associations with McCartney's girlfriend and a grave he saw.

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