McCartney: A Life in Lyrics The End
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Apr 17, 2024 Paul McCartney, a legendary musician and member of The Beatles, reflects on the creative genius behind the iconic Abbey Road medley: 'Golden Slumbers', 'Carry That Weight', and 'The End.' He shares insights into his songwriting process, inspired by literature and personal experiences. McCartney discusses the emotional depths of melody and memory, the Beatles' turbulent final years, and their struggles with identity. He also touches on Catholic guilt and the transformative role of psychedelics in shaping their music.
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Sonnet Tradition Inspires Abbey Road
- Abbey Road's ending rhyming couplet reflects the tradition of Shakespearean sonnets signaling finality.
- The couplet "And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make" serves as a poetic resolution.
McCartney's "Golden Slumbers" Discovery
- Paul McCartney found Victorian sheet music of "Golden Slumbers" in his stepsister's piano bench and created his own melody for it.
- He connected deeply with the lyrics, seeing them as a soulful lullaby that touched a universal human nerve.
Longing for Home in "Golden Slumbers"
- McCartney’s visit to Liverpool stirred feelings of longing for home amidst Beatles' turmoil.
- "Golden Slumbers" taps into universal comfort and the desire to return to warmth and familiarity.