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Yesterday

McCartney: A Life in Lyrics

CHAPTER

Reflections on the Creation of 'Yesterday'

McCartney recounts his holiday in Portugal with Jane Asher, where he found inspiration for the iconic song 'Yesterday.' The chapter explores the simplicity of past times sparking creativity, the intuitive feeling of knowing when a song is right, and the emotional impact of sad songs. McCartney's personal reflections and experiences with loss and nostalgia shed light on the poignant creation of this enduring classic.

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