THE LYRICS: 1956 to the Present (Teaser Trailer)

In a teaser trailer for his new book THE LYRICS, Paul talks to Bob Mortimer at the British Library about the inspiration for his song Rocky Racoon.

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.

THE LYRICS: 1956 to the Present
by Paul McCartney

Edited and Introduced by Paul Muldoon
Publishing 2nd November, 2021

[Bellocks]

Paul McCartney and Bob Mortimer. A crossover we’d never think of, but it feels so good.

[Michael-hcvs]

Paul Mccartney and Bob Mortimer? Two geniuses of their respective fields

[rafailkarampetsos]

The best musician of the 20th century one of the best musicians in the world and my Idol as a child. Sir Paul McCartney

[beatleist]

How fortunate to be living on the planet at the very same time as Sir Paul McCartney! I feel blessed to have been here for The Beatles, Wings and Paul's solo career. He is simply one of the greatest songwriters & performers of ALL time - and he isn't even close to be doing done yet!

[Swithyyyy]

Oh my god YESSSS. After a lifetime of wanting more stories about the Beatles, even before the internet if you could imagine, I still light up like a child when more surface.

[daytripper]

I feel so happy to see Sir Paul with new projects and still working.
Long life to Paul.

[inherownwrite]

Oh goodness!! Paul with the legend that is Bob Mortimer! What a dream to be in that room.

[sassimelotakahashi]

Every event in your life has become an unforgettable song, so this book is as if you shared your own soul with us! Thank you very much Sir Paul McCartney! I'm looking forward to having it in my hands

[chris]

The greatest musical mind in my lifetime (and I'm 66 years old). Love the man, the music, the stories, and the fact that he's a vegetarian. Please join the Meatless Monday's movement that Paul started. It's good for your health, good for the planet, and definitely good for the animals.

[anhaycosta]

My father was a musician and Beatle maniac hehe, I was born and raised listening to Beatles. Good thing, I'm very happy, I've been waiting my whole life for this Sir Paul McCartney 😍😍😍😍😍😍

[gabrielal]

This book will be revolutionary! It's just Paul opening his heart and memories with us! It's by far better than a simple biography book! Thanks to all the staff who worked tough for this beautiful masterpiece

[RuizRuiz]

You gotta love Bob! Brilliant, can't wait to see this in full x

[AGJones-dcgc]

Never thought I'd see Bob and Paul together. Wonderful.

[hawsrulebegin]

One of the greatest men alive and some fella called Paul McCartney . Great combination!!

[muttleycrew]

It's lovely that such a musical genius is also such a kindhearted man.

[zflynn]

"The doctor came in
Stinking of gin
And proceeded to lie on the table"
Even as a kid I was impressed by those lines

[framebadger]

The greatest creative genius and national treasure Britain has produced ... and Sir Paul McCartney talking together!

I'm sure Bob could have helped with the lip, it's almost dentistry and he has Fuji IX.

[hannahg]

He's just such a great storyteller.

[rogerjaarf]

Thank you Sir Paul McCartney for all the music you have written. You made me to begin to play the guitar and bass. You have been my role model through the years. THANK YOU

[bradleyhurrell]

Cant wait to get this book from our living legend Sir Paul McCartney. Simply the best musician ever. So many songs, so many instruments, so many ideas, 50+ years of changing music. McCartney is the best of the best hands down.