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Quote by Paul McCartney

“There are two things John and I always do when we're going to sit down and write a song. First of all we sit down. Then we think about writing a song.”

Quote by Paul McCartney

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Paul McCartney, born on June 18, 1942, is a renowned musician, singer, and songwriter from Liverpool, England. He is a founding member of The Beatles, a band that had a profound impact on popular music. McCartney is known for his unique musical talent, versatile performance skills, and prolific songwriting. more

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