All pictures, videos & quoted texts remain the property of the respective copyright owner, and no implication of ownership by us is intended or should be inferred. I dont want to flip out the previous drummer he was good and he was efficient and he did the job. Ive always been quite a good mate to have because of that. Just 17 and shed never been a beauty queen. Thats Neil. (I hope you dont mind Im eating a little bit, but I can talk and eat unlike Gerald Ford.) Rick checked in from the beach. I smashed me lip and everything and bleeding away. Im just happy they exist in the world. In a teaser trailer for his new bookThe Lyrics, Paul McCartney talks to Bob Mortimer about the inspiration for his song'Rocky Racoon'. Sir Paul McCartney revealed that it was Bob Dylan who first introduced The Beatles to weed in the 1960s. Fifty years after they said goodbye, the Beatles are bigger than ever the toppermost of the poppermost, guaranteed to raise a smile. There are no comments at the moment, do you want to add one? McCartney: I know exactly where I was. Paul McCartney has recalled the story behind The Beatles Rocky Raccoon during a conversation with Bob Mortimer you can watch the video below. No, I wasnt either! , which is sprawling with previously unheard treasures. And you never knew how it happened. McCartney is on one of his all-time creative hot streaks hes just made two of his best solo albums, Egypt Station in 2018 and McCartney III in 2020, both Number One hits. "I was riding on a little moped . I think it was around Christmas time well he [the doctor] was pissed, he continued. She taught me basic cooking. I think its the same thing, observing a woman rather than just being with her, thinking, Oh, I love that. Drinking a cup of coffee, going to the office with her papers, all that following her through her day. All Rights reserved. Its very much part of my makeup that I lost a parent. about making the documentary together, in a one-of-a-kind three-way interview, via Zoom. Id like to be remembered as somebody some people found quite funny, but Ive no great expectations. Paul McCartney at the BBC Ep. "The Lyrics: 1956 to the Present" is a two-volume edition in which Paul McCartney recounts his life and art through the . Youre both musicians whove done so much collaboration. To accompany the new book, the British Library has announced it will host a free display entitledPaul McCartney: The Lyrics(5 November 2021 13 March 2022), which will celebrate the songwriter and performer and feature previously unseen lyrics from his personal archive. In the early days of the Beatles we nearly always had two acoustic guitars, John and George, and me on bass and Ringo on drums. The idea that youd even heard it, much less liked it? Were not quite sure whats going to come from this guy behind us. Paul McCartneys upcoming book, The Lyrics: 1956 to the Present, is set to cover a wide range of McCartneys most acclaimed and occasionally maligned songs. From an interview with Bob Dylan that appeared in the May 3-17, 2007 issue of Rolling Stone. I know exactly what you mean! But he could put it together. Just growing up, I loved my dads era of music. The interview took on a life of its own and just wanted to be what it was. You just observe her and tell her story. I hope, in the future, my sons say: He was a good bloke. Did you say anything? McCartney: Well, I suppose, basically its because Im a voyeur. And hes trying to thread the needle but he cant see it, he said. Its something you both love. So does their laughter. Especially for something where its a limited supply. No scenery just the two of you talking. Maybe he thinks it? You can kill your brain a bit with overthinking it. Peter Daltrey of Kaleidoscope/Fairfield Parlour speaks to Jason Barnard about his life in music, and new collaboration with Mark Mortimer (ex-DC Fontana) to produce some of the most adventerous and exciting music of his career. You plunk a chord and thats how you write a song. Bob Mortimer: 'Depression is like every vein, artery and cell in your body is filled with dark sadness' Life hasn't been all chocolate cuddles and cheeky car meats for Porky Mortimer. The chat between McCartney and comedian Mortimer arrived as a teaser for the former's upcoming biography The Lyrics: 1956 To The Present, which is set for release on November 2. How did that happen? It makes you a bit insecure. Paul checked in from a cozy sofa, snacking and drinking coffee. Rubin: Do you remember how the melody for Penny Lane came? I was with Richard Prince yesterday, the artist, and hes a music guy. Its not like New York where theres a grid. No, no, no. He does the funny voices (Scouse, especially, but also, in my presence, Japanese, American, posh English), he goes. As Rubin says, its part of the spiritual path of music. You wont, you know. Anything you can get more than that is just a gift from God. Hes very carefully left in a lot of that. UPDATE:Following overwhelming demand the Special Edition of The Lyrics: 1956 to the Present has now sold out in the UK, but you still have the chance to win a copy of the special edition when you pre-order The Lyrics from Waterstones or Blackwells. Tell me about the first record you produced. For more information, please see our It was great. I said, Well, details. Im comfortable with getting older. It was like, OK, this is it. McCartney explained that he smashed [his] lip and was subsequently left bleeding after the accident with his cousin calling for a doctor. So you can look at it all and you may prefer the blue period to the Cubist period. So it was easy for both of us to connect with some of these names, which were great starting points. The trailer arrived as McCartney also announced a special edition of The Lyrics, which contain all the lyrics hes written throughout his career. Hes very carefully left in a lot of that. McCartney: Thats whats nice about this upcoming Get Back film by Peter Jackson. Rubin: Yeah, I love that song. So I think we just ended up just intriguing each other, because its a subject we both love. Join. But its the same thing: love of music, love of chords. And then when John comes up with that staccato lyric, crazy lyrics, that I think, I know, ah yes, I know. Jesus, wheres he going with this? Fast forward and Mortimer was featured in Vogue, WWD, Harper's Bazaar and Marie Claire, before making a cameo appearance on the hit show Gossip Girl! Arriving today (September 22), the one-minute trailer for the book sees Macca speak to Mortimer at the British Library in London where he recalls the story of Rocky Raccoon. Thats the best line in the song. And then for me, instead of going, Oh, no. These are excerpts from the conversation. You can be in Streatham or it might be Haringey, theres no telling. You sit down with someone whos got that passion and you try to make something. You become philosophical with all that fresh air. It will recount. Creator-in-Chief at Geist Musik McCartney: Yeah. He also happens to have one of the biggest albums in the country right now with. But that evening we were playing, I think it was MusiCares, and he did I Saw Her Standing There with the original lyrics. A verse in the 1968 track goes: Now the doctor came in stinking of gin/ And proceeded to lie on the table/ He said, Rocky, you met your match/ And Rocky said, Doc, its only a scratch/ And Ill be better, Ill be better, Doc, as soon as I am able. It probably makes you a bit of a people pleaser. It wasnt just Wilmslow Road. Theres something, again, romantic in it that we observed. His anecdotes are big productions. McCartney, 79, recently slammed the Stones as a "blues cover band" in an interview with The New Yorker. Rubin: As fans, we want to know as much as possible. I loved listening to my dad play. But that is a beautiful process of both knowing, number one, what youre trying to achieve. Theres one thing, I dont know whether they used it somewhere, but I was on a very early Beatles session when we were downstairs and the producer was upstairs. So that passion just grew and grew, and then youd meet in my case Id meet someone like John or George. So you just quietly pull that out and lay it on the top. So Im hitting that pavement.. The world knows so many different Paul McCartneys: the charming young moptop, the Sixties avant-garde innovator, the bearded family man, the rock & roll legend. You can imagine if you had the privilege to work with a guy like that, youd be constantly enthralled with this stuff coming out of him. Sometimes the little fragment, the little Picasso doodle, explains something that you didnt understand from the paintings. McCartney and Rubin spoke to Rolling Stone about making the documentary together, in a one-of-a-kind three-way interview, via Zoom. Pre-Order 'THE LYRICS: 1956 to thePresent'HERE! Your new album Running Through Chelsea (credited to Peter Daltrey and The Know Escape), combines your usual high bar for lyrics, and . I think once I had the idea, then its always the thing of, where do we go for the second verse? You wont, you know. The conversation takes place at the British Library. It came very easily, because it was commenting on what we were doing, but going a bit more lyrical with it, more poetic. The special edition book, which is limited to just 175 numbered copies, are each signed by McCartney and include a print of a lyric sheet. I never forgot him.. McCartney and Rubin spoke to Rolling Stone about making the documentary together, in a one-of-a-kind three-way interview, via Zoom. on the roof concert, theres this moment where John doesnt know the words to the song. Each songs got a story of how you wrote it, McCartney tells Rolling Stone. List of retailers stocking the'THE LYRICS: 1956 to thePresent' special limited edition in the US. The minute you stop thinking, and, film by Peter Jackson. Theres all these beautiful things that were just supposed to be fleeting moments at the time is it surprising people love to hear them now? Everyone involved really loved music, because there was no upside to doing it. Maybe he thinks it? You can kill your brain a bit with overthinking it. Wanted to be able to see contestants all in one place and couldn't find a recent version. McCartney: Yeah. Theyre standing right behind me as Im playing, Hey Jude, da-da-da-da, da-da-da, and I get to, The movement you need is on your shoulder, and I just looked by and I said, Ill fix that one. Then it was just great you know, this was what was great about me and John. The Beatle and the superproducer go deep on their Hulu series, the upcoming 'Get Back' movie and why we can't stop talking about the Fabs' hits, has struck a nerve with fans, because theres never been a music doc quite like it. My three elder brothers are funny and boisterous and I was in awe of them. We could go on for hours. Im good at avoiding it. He is also one of the most popular solo performers of all . No word on how badly McCartneys lip was mangled or the damage that the sloshed doctor might have done, but he doesnt appear any worse for wear these days. You can imagine if you had the privilege to work with a guy like that, youd be constantly enthralled with this stuff coming out of him. But its a very fascinating affair, the whole thing. Any copyright owner who wants something removed should contact us and we will do so immediately. I think you need a couple stitches, McCartney slurs as an imitation. How do you keep the inspiration flowing instead of getting trapped in the past? Please use the form below! But even thousands of miles apart, their warm, friendly chemistry comes through loud and clear. And hes trying to thread the needle but he cant see it, McCartney remembered. But basically that day spawned that little sucker. McCartney: Well, I definitely am an observer. McCartney opened up about the song's origins in an interview with Bob Mortimer. No. And then finding a way to do it. Do you want to suggest new content? You realise people arent a threat. Kathleen Munroe (born 1982), actress. The Lyrics, publishing on 2 November, will tell the story of Paul McCartney's life and art through the prism of 154 songs from all stages of his career. It just suggested itself, out of the chords. In my case, early collaboration with John. Buy it for 17.40 at guardianbookshop.com, The comedian, 62, on growing up shy in Middlesbrough, losing his dad, meeting Vic Reeves, and the deep contentment of fishing, Original reporting and incisive analysis, direct from the Guardian every morning. So Im hitting that pavement., Source: Paul McCartney tells Bob Mortimer the story behind Rocky Raccoon, Martin A Nethercutt is a writer, singer, producer and loves music. Now 79, McCartney is focused on his family and his music and he's feeling somewhat incredulous about where life has taken him. So ever since, I keep thinking, Well, how else could you do it? Which Vols team is best bet to win national title. A clip from the interview was released which comes from McCartneys upcoming biography, The Lyrics: 1956 To The Present, which is set for release on 2 November. . We had very little choice in the matter. I always liken it to Picassos work. get lost. McCartney opened up about the song's origins in an interview with Bob Mortimer. Subscribe to our newsletter to be informed about our latest products and promotions. Naturally she was well, a natural on camera, which led to her own TV show High Society - however when the show was canned, so was Mortimer, as her reputation was teetering on the brink of decline! It will recount. Similarly, with all the things that we go through as a band, its lovely to get those little details. Growing up in Middlesbrough, I felt a bit of an outsider. Whenever we were writing something I would naturally just go to the high harmony. And so you see the thing in its entirety. And I dont just mean a boy/girl romance. Now its kind of ubiquitous. As you know, its a real place and its a bus terminus. what its supposed to be, that limits what it can be. Birds as well. We didnt go into it thinking it was going to be anything like how it was. And then when John comes up with that staccato lyric, crazy lyrics, that I think, I know, ah yes, I know. Jesus, wheres he going with this? Thats really nice it just shows his vulnerability. Thats a great thing when youve got that much confidence in each other. Thats really nice it just shows his vulnerability. Its a very unusual kind of songwriting. It was a serious business. Nobody thought they were going to do this to be successful in the early days of hip-hop. Paul [Whitehouse] and I can say anything we want to each other. 1973), actor; beside his theatre appearances, has performed in many television series ( Beverly Hills, 90210) and features. He said, You wont, you know. Like that was a command. Privacy Policy. Paul McCartney is 44. And luckily, I can remember a lot of the circumstances.. Youd find that they had the same passion. And luckily, I can remember a lot of it. Its in my suitcase or something. And hed go, Oh, soft head.. It made me very protective of my mum. I got needle and thread. So you see him just fumbling around and someone sitting at his feet, holding a lyric sheet for him. And Away Bob Mortimer: The Autobiography (Gallery UK, 20) is out now. Everybodys excited for the new Get Back film. I had my guitar, because I pretty much took it everywhere with me, and just started writing that song. the shows turning into a has beens merry go round, martin, brighton As sad as it may seem, I am a long time fan of your show. How can it be? Rubin: Yeah, exactly. But even thousands of miles apart, their warm, friendly chemistry comes through loud and clear. So we just said, Lets do something different. Then You know what I mean came up, which is much more satisfying. The clip sees McCartney talking about the story behind the song Rocky Raccoon, which contains the line: Now the doctor came in stinking of gin/ And proceeded to lie on the table/ He said, Rocky, you met your match/ And Rocky said, Doc, its only a scratch/ And Ill be better, Ill be better, Doc, as soon as I am able., McCartney told Mortimer: I was riding on a little moped to see my cousin Betty. To accompany the new book, the British Library has announced it will host a free display entitledPaul McCartney: The Lyrics(5 November 2021 13 March 2022), which will celebrate the songwriter and performer and feature previously unseen lyrics from his personal archive. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. Rick had intrigued me when I first spoke to him on the phone and hed said, Id like to focus on your bass playing. I said, OK, well, thats interesting. Then he started to enlarge upon that thought. I've seen 2 clips but no more than that. It's very much part of my makeup that I lost a parent. Lives in Playa del Rey He said, You. These moments all contribute to your understanding of John. I said to him, It was beauty queen originally. He said, Oh, great, then I thought hed just forgotten it. I did what I was told. Cookie Notice Id forgotten to bring my pick to the session. Paul McCartney A 1970 snap of Mary, Paul and Heather in Scotland Sir Paul, now 77, told BBC Radio Scotland's Ricky Ross Meets programme his late wife was a trailblazing photographer before. The conversation takes place at the British Library. We knew about the barber it was a little Italian barber called Biolettis. The conversation takes place at the British Library. So does their laughter. These moments all contribute to your understanding of John. The programme featured footage of Paul's show at the venue from 2018, where he played a number of. Id get arrested for it these days. In Ricks case, it was Def Jam and doing all of that. Karl Paul Haendly (1891-1965), am Herzen liegen 1930 erst wenn 1934 Stadtdirektor, nach Dem militrisch ausgetragener Konflikt Bestplatzierter Oberbrgermeister am Herzen liegen Oberhausen Dingelstdter Club z. Hd. Even a little Picasso scribble. Married to Ruth McCartney. But Im sure therell be some fans who will want the 80-hour. Paul McCartney has revealed the story behind The Beatles song "Rocky Racoon". So Betty takes it off him and threads it. Please contact the developer of this form processor to improve this message. I think, I know, I mean, maybe up in my tree. [Laughs and claps hands.] Second version of this post because I stuffed it up the first time. And I love hearing that, because its my story. I never even got around to asking, Rick, tell me about Def Jam. Meanwhile, Paul McCartney is set to speak about the book duringa special event at Londons Southbank Centre on November 5. In a phone interview, Mr. McCartney discussed his philosophy for entertaining an audience and the re-emergence of Beatles songs in his show. Lisa and I have been together 30 years. All rights reserved. The chat between McCartney and comedian Mortimer arrived as a teaser for the former's upcoming biography The Lyrics: 1956 To The Present, which is set for release on November 2. Meeting Jim [Moir, aka Vic Reeves] changed everything. It makes you a bit insecure. Waiting for me to set them free. The actor Mackenzie Crook said his family was "clutching at straws" as he made an emotional appeal in the search for his missing Hes trying to thread the needle, but he cant see it. Paul McCartney on essay he wrote about Queen Elizabeth when he was 10 years old May 11, 2021 / 11:12 AM / CBS News In a CBS News special about Queen Elizabeth II, Sir Paul McCartney, who. This Sondheim thing, when I said, Well, I love the chords, he seemed surprised. I was telling Neil Young this story once. Rubin: Its another example of you really paying attention. She was always keen on getting lost. (pictured: RS cover from May 14, 2009) Understanding McCartney | 5-episode series here:. McCartney: [Laughs.] We used to call it a plec, like a plectrum just a little thing between me and John. We just knew Oh, this is the sound we like. Whereas some other people would say, Well, we cant use that.. It was a moonlit night I said, Wow, look at that moon! When I look back, the bicycle is now [on its side] and theres no way to get it back up. ! If youre really paying attention, you find out what it wants to be. He is a storyteller. And hed do the same thing. I was with Richard Prince yesterday, the artist, and hes a music guy. Thats the reality. A verse in the 1968 track goes: Now the doctor came in stinking of gin/ And proceeded to lie on the table/ He said, Rocky, you met your match/ And Rocky said, Doc, its only a scratch/ And Ill be better, Ill be better, Doc, as soon as I am able. How did you decide to use such a minimal approach? You went in. It shows his willingness to admit his vulnerability even though hes being filmed. I just think theyre very special beings. It took away that frightening step of approaching a stranger. List of retailers stocking the'THE LYRICS: 1956 to thePresent' special limited edition in the US. Thats something Im often saying to [his wife] Nancy. 5 days ago. I remember saying to him, Thats a producer. Theres a lot of detail, man. Rubin: Thats the spiritual path, is to engage with whats going on around you and truly pay attention through the processes where we learn everything. Click and Collect from your local Foyles. If you want to read the story we all already know about how Let It Be was written, its there for posteritys sake. For a lot of us, your music taught us how to live in the moment and observe whats around us. Whereas most of us guys driving, particularly driving a loved one, a new girlfriend in my case, youre nervous about getting lost. He said, Wow, man. So you can look at it all and you may prefer the blue period to the Cubist period. . McCartney: Theres so much stuff out there. But Ill still talk to someone and they say, What? Rubin: All those little clues shed more light. McCartney: No, I think chords for me, its all about chords. But what does his past reveal about his comedy? I was riding on a little moped to see my cousin Betty, McCartney remembered. 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