Paul McCartney Is Still Trying to Figure Out Love
During lockdown, McCartney recorded "McCartney III" entirely alone, playing nearly all instruments himself, continuing a pattern established by his solo albums from 1970 and 1980. The interview explores his creative process, his evolving perspective on the Beatles' legacy fifty years after the band's breakup, and how his songwriting has remained remarkably consistent across decades—driven by melody and instinct rather than deliberate attempts at depth or growth. McCartney reflects on his relationships with his bandmates, particularly John Lennon and George Harrison, and discusses specific songs on the new album inspired by everything from Lead Belly to personal grievances with past collaborators.