Is "your" Macca all good or all bad?
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I've had jobs that I don't think is worth spending five seconds being nostalgic about, I did it to pay the rent. But being a Beatle... wow, I think it's incredible that he's been capable of making so much good music after The Beatles, because it is so obviously special. Not only to those involved, but to millions of fans, old and new... and the songs and the music, the story... it's so timeless and high quality, that it's almost unreal/surreal.
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Hendrix Ibsen:
I've had jobs that I don't think is worth spending five seconds being nostalgic about, I did it to pay the rent. But being a Beatle... wow, I think it's incredible that he's been capable of making so much good music after The Beatles, because it is so obviously special. Not only to those involved, but to millions of fans, old and new... and the songs and the music, the story... it's so timeless and high quality, that it's almost unreal/surreal.
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I have to agree with Susy and the others. There's no way he will ever "Let It Go." (nor should he) And the general public doesn't want him to. Unfortunately (for you yankeefan7) he will be playing Beatles tunes until he dies. (probably onstage)
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Nancy R:
I have to agree with Susy and the others. There's no way he will ever "Let It Go." (nor should he) And the general public doesn't want him to. Unfortunately (for you yankeefan7) he will be playing Beatles tunes until he dies. (probably onstage)
"Unfortunately (for you yankeefan7) he will be playing Beatles tunes until he dies. (probably onstage)" It is fine he plays Beatle tunes and I don't expect him to totally ignore that part of his past. I just feel he ignores so much of the rest of his career, please remember the Beatles lasted only 7-8 yrs and Mr. McCartney is is his 70's. It makes me SMH that Mr. McCartney needs to still press the point who did what in the Beatles (see lyrics in Early Days) and that is part of my "Let It Go" statement. Finally, the Beatles legacy will live on forever even if Mr. McCartney never played another Beatle tune in concert or mentioned them again so IMO he should embrace the present and not have his career live in the distant past as much - just saying.
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yankeefan7:
please remember the Beatles lasted only 7-8 yrs and Mr. McCartney is is his 70's. It makes me SMH that Mr. McCartney needs to still press the point who did what in the Beatles (see lyrics in Early Days) and that is part of my "Let It Go" statement. Finally, the Beatles legacy will live on forever even if Mr. McCartney never played another Beatle tune in concert or mentioned them again so IMO he should embrace the present and not have his career live in the distant past as much - just saying.
The important thing to remember is that in the 7-8 years, The Beatles changed music and they changed the world. If The Beatles had broken up in 1970 and they faded into history and were completely forgotten it would be a different story. But they didn't. Their impact was so massive and world-wide that the individual ex-Beatles could not escape it. No matter how much John tried to destroy the legend in interviews, and Paul would not play Beatles songs in concert at first, the legend took on a life of its own and continued to grow. If Beatles records and CD's did not continue to sell in massive quantities and outsell anything any of them did solo, do you think Paul or Ringo would still be playing those songs live? Of course not. They're just living up to the old showbiz adage "give the people what they want". They still give a healthy amount of solo stuff too. But really folks, let's just be glad that the two are in their 70's, and they are still touring and giving their musical gifts to the world.
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beatlesfanrandy:
The important thing to remember is that in the 7-8 years, The Beatles changed music and they changed the world. If The Beatles had broken up in 1970 and they faded into history and were completely forgotten it would be a different story. But they didn't. Their impact was so massive and world-wide that the individual ex-Beatles could not escape it. No matter how much John tried to destroy the legend in interviews, and Paul would not play Beatles songs in concert at first, the legend took on a life of its own and continued to grow. If Beatles records and CD's did not continue to sell in massive quantities and outsell anything any of them did solo, do you think Paul or Ringo would still be playing those songs live? Of course not. They're just living up to the old showbiz adage "give the people what they want". They still give a healthy amount of solo stuff too. But really folks, let's just be glad that the two are in their 70's, and they are still touring and giving their musical gifts to the world.
Boy, you're gonna carry that weight a long time...
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beatlesfanrandy:
yankeefan7:
please remember the Beatles lasted only 7-8 yrs and Mr. McCartney is is his 70's. It makes me SMH that Mr. McCartney needs to still press the point who did what in the Beatles (see lyrics in Early Days) and that is part of my "Let It Go" statement. Finally, the Beatles legacy will live on forever even if Mr. McCartney never played another Beatle tune in concert or mentioned them again so IMO he should embrace the present and not have his career live in the distant past as much - just saying.
The important thing to remember is that in the 7-8 years, The Beatles changed music and they changed the world. If The Beatles had broken up in 1970 and they faded into history and were completely forgotten it would be a different story. But they didn't. Their impact was so massive and world-wide that the individual ex-Beatles could not escape it. No matter how much John tried to destroy the legend in interviews, and Paul would not play Beatles songs in concert at first, the legend took on a life of its own and continued to grow. If Beatles records and CD's did not continue to sell in massive quantities and outsell anything any of them did solo, do you think Paul or Ringo would still be playing those songs live? Of course not. They're just living up to the old showbiz adage "give the people what they want". They still give a healthy amount of solo stuff too. But really folks, let's just be glad that the two are in their 70's, and they are still touring and giving their musical gifts to the world.
" They're just living up to the old showbiz adage "give the people what they want". They still give a healthy amount of solo stuff too. " I understand that but I have questioned for years the balance. Does Mr. McCartney need to do around 25 Beatle songs in a set? Would the first timers get upset if he only did 20 Beatle songs? My goodness, 20 songs is more than a lot of artists do in entire night. Also by largely ignoring solo songs (once they are not the latest CD/record) Mr. McCartney is actually saying "screw you" to the people who have been spending money for many years on his recordings. When is the last time these first timers have spent a dime on a McCartney record - lol? IMO I could never do what Mr. McCartney has done. If I had a huge catalog of songs I could not imagine playing more of them over the last 20 years. I would be incredibly bored doing "Hey Jude" for the 20,00o th time - lol. I understand giving people what they want but their are limits if you want to remain an relevant artist in concert. I would also think playing all these songs over and over again makes any band start going through the motions. As for still playing in their 70's, I hope Mr. Starr and Mr. McCartney know when to quit. I don't want them to become a laughing stock like Chuck Berry. Let's face it, Mr. McCartney's voice can only get worse and there are more songs each year that it is hard for him to do a decent job vocally.
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yankeefan7:
Nancy R:
I have to agree with Susy and the others. There's no way he will ever "Let It Go." (nor should he) And the general public doesn't want him to. Unfortunately (for you yankeefan7) he will be playing Beatles tunes until he dies. (probably onstage)
"Unfortunately (for you yankeefan7) he will be playing Beatles tunes until he dies. (probably onstage)" It is fine he plays Beatle tunes and I don't expect him to totally ignore that part of his past. I just feel he ignores so much of the rest of his career, please remember the Beatles lasted only 7-8 yrs and Mr. McCartney is is his 70's. It makes me SMH that Mr. McCartney needs to still press the point who did what in the Beatles (see lyrics in Early Days) and that is part of my "Let It Go" statement. Finally, the Beatles legacy will live on forever even if Mr. McCartney never played another Beatle tune in concert or mentioned them again so IMO he should embrace the present and not have his career live in the distant past as much - just saying.
Yeah, I see where you're coming from. BTW, what is SMH?
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yankeefan7:
" They're just living up to the old showbiz adage "give the people what they want". They still give a healthy amount of solo stuff too. " I understand that but I have questioned for years the balance. Does Mr. McCartney need to do around 25 Beatle songs in a set? Would the first timers get upset if he only did 20 Beatle songs? My goodness, 20 songs is more than a lot of artists do in entire night. Also by largely ignoring solo songs (once they are not the latest CD/record) Mr. McCartney is actually saying "screw you" to the people who have been spending money for many years on his recordings. When is the last time these first timers have spent a dime on a McCartney record - lol? IMO I could never do what Mr. McCartney has done. If I had a huge catalog of songs I could not imagine playing more of them over the last 20 years. I would be incredibly bored doing "Hey Jude" for the 20,00o th time - lol. I understand giving people what they want but their are limits if you want to remain an relevant artist in concert. I would also think playing all these songs over and over again makes any band start going through the motions. As for still playing in their 70's, I hope Mr. Starr and Mr. McCartney know when to quit. I don't want them to become a laughing stock like Chuck Berry. Let's face it, Mr. McCartney's voice can only get worse and there are more songs each year that it is hard for him to do a decent job vocally.
Some people give and give and give of themselves. And others just find things to criticize. Those guys have so much vitality and energy that it's giving new meaning to being seniors. And millions still love to see them. That's the point. They'll quit when they no longer have an audience. Or they feel they just can't do it anymore. Realistically, we know that day will come. But that's not for anyone else to say except them.
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Nancy R:
yankeefan7:
Nancy R:
I have to agree with Susy and the others. There's no way he will ever "Let It Go." (nor should he) And the general public doesn't want him to. Unfortunately (for you yankeefan7) he will be playing Beatles tunes until he dies. (probably onstage)
"Unfortunately (for you yankeefan7) he will be playing Beatles tunes until he dies. (probably onstage)" It is fine he plays Beatle tunes and I don't expect him to totally ignore that part of his past. I just feel he ignores so much of the rest of his career, please remember the Beatles lasted only 7-8 yrs and Mr. McCartney is is his 70's. It makes me SMH that Mr. McCartney needs to still press the point who did what in the Beatles (see lyrics in Early Days) and that is part of my "Let It Go" statement. Finally, the Beatles legacy will live on forever even if Mr. McCartney never played another Beatle tune in concert or mentioned them again so IMO he should embrace the present and not have his career live in the distant past as much - just saying.
Yeah, I see where you're coming from. BTW, what is SMH?
Shake My Head - lol.
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beatlesfanrandy:
yankeefan7:
" They're just living up to the old showbiz adage "give the people what they want". They still give a healthy amount of solo stuff too. " I understand that but I have questioned for years the balance. Does Mr. McCartney need to do around 25 Beatle songs in a set? Would the first timers get upset if he only did 20 Beatle songs? My goodness, 20 songs is more than a lot of artists do in entire night. Also by largely ignoring solo songs (once they are not the latest CD/record) Mr. McCartney is actually saying "screw you" to the people who have been spending money for many years on his recordings. When is the last time these first timers have spent a dime on a McCartney record - lol? IMO I could never do what Mr. McCartney has done. If I had a huge catalog of songs I could not imagine playing more of them over the last 20 years. I would be incredibly bored doing "Hey Jude" for the 20,00o th time - lol. I understand giving people what they want but their are limits if you want to remain an relevant artist in concert. I would also think playing all these songs over and over again makes any band start going through the motions. As for still playing in their 70's, I hope Mr. Starr and Mr. McCartney know when to quit. I don't want them to become a laughing stock like Chuck Berry. Let's face it, Mr. McCartney's voice can only get worse and there are more songs each year that it is hard for him to do a decent job vocally.
Some people give and give and give of themselves. And others just find things to criticize. Those guys have so much vitality and energy that it's giving new meaning to being seniors. And millions still love to see them. That's the point. They'll quit when they no longer have an audience. Or they feel they just can't do it anymore. Realistically, we know that day will come. But that's not for anyone else to say except them.
I understand it is up to them, just saying I don't want them performing when they obviously can't do it anymore and become a laughing stock. I hate seeing Chuck Berry now and what Elvis became and I don't want to see that happen to these guys.
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beatlesfanrandy:
yankeefan7:
please remember the Beatles lasted only 7-8 yrs and Mr. McCartney is is his 70's. It makes me SMH that Mr. McCartney needs to still press the point who did what in the Beatles (see lyrics in Early Days) and that is part of my "Let It Go" statement. Finally, the Beatles legacy will live on forever even if Mr. McCartney never played another Beatle tune in concert or mentioned them again so IMO he should embrace the present and not have his career live in the distant past as much - just saying.
The important thing to remember is that in the 7-8 years, The Beatles changed music and they changed the world...
...and McCartney's subsequent work changed my world.
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How many post-Beatles songs does Paul usually do in concert anyway?.
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crisstti:
How many post-Beatles songs does Paul usually do in concert anyway?.
About 12 or so.
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Sgt._Pepper:
crisstti:
How many post-Beatles songs does Paul usually do in concert anyway?.
About 12 or so.
Yep and about 7 of them are from Wings or RAM which means about 5 songs after the 1970's.
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audi:
beatlesfanrandy:
yankeefan7:
please remember the Beatles lasted only 7-8 yrs and Mr. McCartney is is his 70's. It makes me SMH that Mr. McCartney needs to still press the point who did what in the Beatles (see lyrics in Early Days) and that is part of my "Let It Go" statement. Finally, the Beatles legacy will live on forever even if Mr. McCartney never played another Beatle tune in concert or mentioned them again so IMO he should embrace the present and not have his career live in the distant past as much - just saying.
The important thing to remember is that in the 7-8 years, The Beatles changed music and they changed the world...
...and McCartney's subsequent work changed my world.
"..and McCartney's subsequent work changed my world." Wish Mr. McCartney would understand that and appreciate that people really have been moved by his music after the 1970's.
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yankeefan7:
Wish Mr. McCartney would understand that and appreciate that people really have been moved by his music after the 1970's.
Give the man the benefit of the doubt. He isn't dumb. He's explained how he chooses his setlist in recent interviews.
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yankeefan7:
Sgt._Pepper:
crisstti:
How many post-Beatles songs does Paul usually do in concert anyway?.
About 12 or so.
Yep and about 7 of them are from Wings or RAM which means about 5 songs after the 1970's.
And 4 of those are from the current record he's plugging. So, that leaves a whopping 1.
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audi:
yankeefan7:
Sgt._Pepper:
crisstti:
How many post-Beatles songs does Paul usually do in concert anyway?.
About 12 or so.
Yep and about 7 of them are from Wings or RAM which means about 5 songs after the 1970's.
And 4 of those are from the current record he's plugging. So, that leaves a whopping 1.
And that one is done because it is his tribute to John Lennon (Here Today)
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Numbers don't lie.