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“I definitely did look up to John. We all looked up to John. He was older and he was very much the leader; he was the quickest wit and the smartest.”

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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