Paul McCartney Finally Gives His Comments About Beyonce’s Beatles Cover

The 81-year-old musician, Paul McCartney, recently expressed his happiness on Instagram about Beyonce’s cover of the famous Beatles song “Blackbird.” Beyonce’s version of the song can be found on her most recent album, Cowboy Carter. Paul McCartney also shared a vintage black-and-white photo of the two musicians.

McCartney praised Beyonce’s performance in a poignant statement, calling it “magnificent” and stressing how it upholds the civil rights message that served as the inspiration for the song’s composition. Beyonce expressed her thanks for the chance to cover the song in a recent FaceTime discussion with McCartney, the singer claimed. McCartney responded to her admiringly, saying that she had performed a “killer version” of the song.

McCartney created “Blackbird” in honor of the Little Rock Nine, a group of Black students who experienced racial persecution in 1957 when an all-white high school was desegregated. For this reason, the song has a special meaning for McCartney. The civil rights struggle may be firmly connected to the song’s themes of empowerment and perseverance. McCartney thinks that Beyonce’s performance of the song, as well as his original composition, can help to reduce racial tensions.

Originally recorded for the Beatles’ self-titled double-LP in 1968, McCartney’s solo performance of “Blackbird” featured him accompanying himself on acoustic guitar and percussive foot-tapping. Beyonce’s version on Cowboy Carter utilizes the master recording of McCartney’s original guitar-and-foot-tapping backing track, providing a fresh interpretation of the timeless classic.

In an interview with GQ magazine in 2018, McCartney talked about the idea for “Blackbird,” mentioning his wish to provide hope to people who were fighting for civil rights in the 1960s. He clarified how the song’s lyrics and empowering theme were inspired by the picture of a black girl overcoming hardship.

A Tribute

Beyonce’s rendition of “Blackbird” aligns with themes of the civil rights movement and women’s liberation, reflecting her commitment to addressing social issues through her art. The song features Black American country artists, further underscoring its relevance in challenging industry norms and amplifying marginalized voices.

In addition to “Blackbird,” Beyonce’s Cowboy Carter album has a rendition of Dolly Parton’s ageless smash “Jolene,” demonstrating her ability to breathe new life into classic songs via her distinct style and viewpoint.