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Maxwell’s Silver Hammer

McCartney: A Life in Lyrics

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Exploring the Dark Themes of Maxwell's Silver Hammer

This chapter delves into the sinister undertones of the Beatles' song 'Maxwell's Silver Hammer' and the technological innovations they were experimenting with during its recording. It discusses the shift from a romantic narrative to a darker story of a medical student turned serial murderer and explores the use of dark comedy in the lyrics.

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