I was one of the lucky Wings Fun Club members to get an invitation to attend the video shoot. It was fantastic! We were treated to a private concert as well as being the audience for the video. Greatest day for a 17 year old
My God so was I and I was 17 as well. I remember trying to look cool in front of two girls and leaning against the tent wall of the supposed live set then falling straight through it onto the floor much to the amusement of the girls. I got Linda’s and Eric Stewart’s autograph. I sat on the second row behind Ringos wife Barbera Bach. Paul got swamped and had to be escorted out but his staff brought me his autograph. A day I have never forgotten.
I'm super obsessed with this song - been listening to it every single day for the past six months or even more. Paul McCartney brings nothing more than happiness to my life.
@lulu Werner...I'm obsessed with this and another 300 or more songs of Paul McCartney. The entire planet would improve their level of happiness by listening to his music!
That was a fascinating time in radio too. No man's land between disco and the rise of the 80s superstars. So you got this great mix of songs. No other time Juice Newton and Christopher Cross could be so big.
I'm very happy that George Martin had his time in the sun. To be included with one of the most talented artists on earth; he deserved it. He did so much for Paul and was a good friend. Rest in Peace Mr. George Martin, and thank you for all of your great work. We might not have even seen such greatness if not for you and your genius.
@@pallmall5495 You've never heard of Sir George Martin yet? He was the man who found a way to produce and record things that hadn't been recorded yet. He encouraged them to try out new instruments and techniques. He's often called the 5th Beatle. He's definitely one of the most famous producers. 😀 en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_Martin
Yes, was thinking the same thing! I remember I would think back then "boy, he looks older. Can't sing like he used to" . Well looking at this now, he still looks young and yes, he could still sing quite fine!!
he was in his late 30s on the recording...40 at time of vid...funny I'm in my late 40s...I wasn't alive for the the beatles, but silly love songs, coming up, and take it away all caught my ear at various points of my childhood , and I remember I loved Paul's voice...even at the advanced age of 40(lol..wish I was only 40) Paul's voice still had a youthful sound when viewed from today...I remember thinking how his voice began showing a bit of age on the flowers in the dirt tour of 89...on the tug of war album on songs such as the pound is sinking he still sang the rock stuff well...I can see though how if you grew up with the beatles by 82 he would have looked and sounded much older...I grew up with wings...although now having gone back over his catalog with the beatles when I was a teen the beatles are my favorite group and Paul is my favorite musician.
Great Paul McCartney song! Great that both of the late greats Linda McCartney and John Hurt were part of this great video. Both the late greats Linda McCartney and John Hurt are deeply missed. RIP Linda McCartney and RIP John Hurt.
I never appreciated this production until i listened to it on a real sound system. Hearing sir paul and his lovely wife singing together with the backing of the band, makes me happy. They seemed to have a love that is so rare. R.I.P. Linda Mc Cartney
I love how Paul McCartney has always maintained relevancy across nearly six decades. Always contemporary yet never compromising. God bless you sir Paul. The world would be a sadder place without you
@@Liz-xc5zs she had a hard time staying in key on live performances . She sounds good on studio recordings but on the live performances she struggled. On the wings live album and video alot of work was done in the studio re recording the backing vocals and harmonies she had a nice voice but having a good voice and being a good singer are not always the same thing . She struggled with being a singer despite her voice being good so things like staying in key and staying in harmony with other singers in a live setting was hard for her to be fair she never wanted to be a performer or tour but paul really wanted her there so she did it for him . She was never comfortable being a performer. Paul always said her role in the band was more about being emotional support than anything else.
Adam Watson did they have a form of auto tone back then? Some of her recordings sound like something was added. I thought she sounded really good in the Hey Diddle recording
@@adamwatson6916 I think Paul kind of 'stage directed" her in the studio. She did have a good voice but I have heard the isolated recording of "Live and Let Die" with her vocals. Horribly off key,as you say.Many of us have good voices but would be lost in a live band(myself included).
She's already done good backing vocals on this and several other songs and albums, during the Wings era. On this particular song from "Tug of War", her work was pretty reinforced by Paul and Eric Stewart, which had the experience of doing that fantastic vocals in "I'm Not in Love" from 10-CC. The result is kind of a Beatles+10CC and Linda texture, a beautiful combination. The trio Linda-Paul-Eric went so right, that they repeated the formation on several other tracks and albums after Tug of War.
I think they were influenced by Eric Stewart of 10cc who was a big part of Paul's music at this time (co-writing and working on production). He's in the video with the sunglasses.
@@kenreeve32 I wouldn't say so, McCartney has been singing harmonies and arranging songs like that since the Beatles. I'm sure Eric had some input but it would probably be more in the recording side which he would be better than McCartney at that. It's a shame as Eric had more to offer than most other co-writers. A lot don't want to work with McCartney as it hinders their own creativity.
@@limitededition1053 good analysis! Yes, I was thinking Eric probably worked his production magic on those harmonies. The first time I heard those in this song they immediately reminded me sonically of those in "I'm Not In Love." As a fan of Eric's going all the way back to his Mindbenders' days, I was very excited when I saw him collaborating with Paul.
This is so '80s! (Take me back!) Paul and Linda could masterfully transform themselves into any era, and Ringo's drumming was never better. Thanks for posting this gem from "Tug of War." Rest in peace, Linda.
@@Tunz909 You cannot do without a great drummer. As a bassist, I can't say enough good things about drummers. They are the foundation of the entire band.
The early era of MTV was incredible. This video is just an absolute gem, and of course the song and track are perfection. Boy were we spoiled by greatness back then.
Music was what keep't me going back then as i had a physically abusive bastard of a father ! Thankfully a year later my grandpa took me away from him and beat the crap out of him and told him to not come no where near me again ! My grandpa who fought in WW2 was a real father to me and never layed a hand on me !
One of my absolute favourite McCartney tracks. I love the way he tells a story, and gives every amateur musician hope - ‘You never know who may be listening to you...’ And the use of ‘impresario’ - impressive! Great song, wonderful video, especially seeing George Martin. By the way, the video about the making of this video shows George Martin dancing and showing off - quite a brilliant revelation!
Yes. I think the song is a rehash from McCartney, telling the tale of how The Beatles went from obscurity to stardom following their encounter with their manager-to-be. To whom he pays tribute throughout the song. Think of all the references he makes about him: "... some important impresario ... lonely driver out on the road..." The producers choice for John Hurt to play Epstein made sense.
@@garyconner6151 I never care much for celebrity stuff but when Linda died I was utterly heart broken for Paul and the kids. So sad. If you are an old black guy or not you would really love Paul and Carl Perkins little special. Carl explains to Paul that he learned the wonderful gospel rhythms while he picked cotton. Two real gentlemen. Just search both their names together on YT. Cheers.
Paul proves one again that not only is he an incredible song writer, he knows damn well what sounds perfect. Thick and dry drums, fat bass, and those velvety harmonies sounded PERFECT on AM radio. I've such fond memories of hearing this for the first time on a crummy transistor radio, and it sounded so good.
No offense, loved Wings, but a lot of Paul's stuff is sped up Swing with Motown/R&B horns. Swing lyrics. It's a good formula, but not exactly original or innovative.
@@catholicdad no offense, but Swing with Motown horns is just people singing and playing instruments, sometimes with lyrics. Good formula, but not exactly original.
+Doobie1975 Yes, his best with Wings was Mull of Kintyre, but that was earlier. I love this song and the fact that Paul had Ringo, Linda and Sir Gorge Martin in the video, as well as John Hurt.
Paul's music is really huge in my family. I'm a 70's kid and my older sisters and cousins literally molded me into being a Paul/Beatles fan and a fan of just about every band we all know and love. They used to explain songs saturated in rock and roll myths but I still long to be back in those days. I miss how good the old days used to feel.
I was just a kid of 9 when this song came out. I had grown up listening to Wings, so it was exciting to hear Paul McCartney come out with a new tune. I wasn’t disappointed! I literally obsessed over this song! When MTV showed it or when it was on the radio, you best believe the volume was cranked up and I sang my heart out with it 😊 Still love it today!
this is such a quality song that I played over and over as a 10 year old in the 80s.paul and those other three guys have had such a resounding effect on my life. I finally got to see Paul a few years ago at the bok in Tulsa, and man, it was worth the wait! this song brings back so many memories for me. he had some chart hits in the 80s that he doesn't do. such a shame, those songs are just as great as his early material. this song stands out, reminds me of Okc at early am mornings before the sun came up. me and my mom would be going home from her bar. seeing the city lights. miss those days and my mom. thanks Paul.
This was released from Tug Of War into heavy rotation on Top 40 radio in summer 1982 going into fall of my senior year of high school. Now it suddenly brings back nostalgia for the people, places and things from that time that no longer exist. I can't recall any other song written using the unconventional C Major 7 / F# chord. It is creative genius, like all of the ingredients that give this song a unique sound.
When I was a kid, Macca only had to show his face on telly and it made my day! The chords in the verse are so sweetly nostalgic and jazzy. It really made an impression on me, this song. Thumbs aloft, as they used to say...
UNBELIEVABLE Paul is God. This song is a masterpiece! It's not just good Pop, it's beyond that. It's perfect, a perfect song. And unreal bass line, of course.
@@miguelribeiro3103 Yes sir Miguel. I agree. Drummers are SO damned essential to the making of a good band. I'm a bassist and I absolutely love the drums and drummers.
Absolutely love this song. The arrangement is a delight and it is beautifully played by the entire band. And the harmonies are angelic. Sir Paul is a gift to the music lovers of the world.
I'm on a Paul McCartney deep dive and I just watched this video for the first time ever. I've known the song for a while since I grew up with Wingspan, but I've rediscovered what a great song it is and this video brings it alive
Such a fantastic happy song - invoking the reggae-pop style of The Police but with Paul’s always original and beautiful sensibilities - seeing the late John Hurt, the great actor, in this video plus Linda and all of the people no longer with us is a gut punch but the song is so exhilarating that I listen to it again and again…
Just one of a handful of true legends from back in my day, the like of never to be seen again, this mans sheer musicality is way beyond us mere mortals.
One of his very best. Can't help tapping my toes, raising my voice, shaking my head and punching the air! The man can do no wrong! Released on June 26, 1982, reaching # 10 on August 21
Heard this today at my chiropractor's office. Picked up on it immediately. Said " I know that song from years ago!" Now on my phone and, I have listened to it at least 20 times. Love the back singing and, most of all the ending. So much energy in that ending. Love this tune!
Love this song...kept playing this song over and over...when we had LPs!! Very catchy tune and I love the concept of the video from way back when until then- Was so cool to see Ringo, George Martin, etc in it!!
@@Tunz909 I only WISH that I were talented enough to play those ivory keys. I agree with you 1000000 percent. Keep those wonderful vocals coming and always, ALWAYS have a song in your heart.
@@MikeMaxwell1961 Thanks for the kind words, but it's just rote learning really......I started piano at around 6 or 7 years of age....I actually quit piano when the Beatles came out when I was around 12 and started guitar lessons. That lasted only a year or so, I have thick fingers and it was just too hard for me to scrunch them up and get calluses on the tips of my fingers.....went back to piano and it's so much easier...all you do is push down....then Macca started playing piano in "Lady Madonna"/Hey Jude/Let It Be/......Billy Joel and Elton became popular....I was doing well, then I got too serious and wound up at the Berklee College of Music in Boston, Ma.:-)..or as they call it "Bezerklee;-) thanks for chiming in!! Song today in my heart is "Vienna" Billy Joel!!
A fantastic song, you can't help but smile every time you hear this. Paul is the greatest. (Can't beat getting Linda, Ringo, and George Martin in the vid, too!)
It has been exciting to hear this song again after almost 40 years. I didn't remember it, it was a rediscovery. The truth is that they are two songs in one: The happy and rhythmic part, and then the sweet and melodic one, an excellent mix as this musical genius has done so many times. Thank you Paul for beautifying the world!!
pixi loc Always got bad press but she was the choice of the greatest pop and rock legend of alltime! That is good enough for me anyway Linda was lovely and provided many superb harmonies on all Pauls music from the end of the beatles! Very underated was Linda. This was the woman who provided the middle section to the classic Live and let die!
Without a doubt, one of his greatest songs, and sadly not played anywhere near as much as it should be. Got the album. Love the brass, the background vocals with Linda and Eric, Ringo on drums. What a talent! Rock on Paul!
A lot of those 1st Wave British groups got a second wind in the early 1980's. John Lennon had a good one in Nobody Told Me and the Kinks and the Stones also came back strong. The late 1970's and early 1980's were good for rock music.
2019 during the 80s, Macca can do whatever the f*** he wants... he could do the ballet for all he wants...that's what legends are... nothing to prove...no mountains left to climb...Macca evermore...
Watched this great video so many times on MTV, summer of 1982. Worked late nights at a truck stop restaurant, just out of high school. Would come home, fix a bowl of cereal, sit down on the floor in front of the TV, turn on MTV and chill for a while before going to bed at about 7:00am. Good times.
I was about 12 years old when this song/record came out, and I think it was my hook into the world of the Beatles. I think it was important as a young person to have a new song from a then classic artist to latch on to. By that time, The Beatles had been broken up for 12 years and they were a band for a prior generation. This song, which has an 80s sound and was made for my generation, inspired me to embrace Beatles nation. Artists should take note. Keep making music no matter how old you get. The younger fans appreciate it and will extend your legacy.
I heard this song on my mom's old clock radio when I was a 6 year old little girl. I never knew who sang it though because I was not into who sang songs back then. All on you is that it kept saying take it away. I love the song though and it still is my favorite Paul McCartney song to this very day
Just on a Macca reminise-fest after seeing his Glastonbury set. I was 10 when this came out and I absolutely loved it. This song lead me to the most amazing treasure trove - his back catalogue.
Great video, song , arrangement. It always amazed me how many great songs Paul wrote through the years. Loved seeing George Martin, Linda , and Ringo in this.
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I was one of the lucky Wings Fun Club members to get an invitation to attend the video shoot. It was fantastic! We were treated to a private concert as well as being the audience for the video. Greatest day for a 17 year old
My God so was I and I was 17 as well. I remember trying to look cool in front of two girls and leaning against the tent wall of the supposed live set then falling straight through it onto the floor much to the amusement of the girls. I got Linda’s and Eric Stewart’s autograph. I sat on the second row behind Ringos wife Barbera Bach. Paul got swamped and had to be escorted out but his staff brought me his autograph. A day I have never forgotten.
Awesome stories!
I was in front of my TV when the video got played on MTV ☹️
Lucky ducky!! 💕💕
Awesome
If i were stuck on a deserted island with only one artist's full catalog of music it would be Paul McCartney.
Wouldn't argue with that Mucker. 👍
Absolutely right. I'd would miss Steely Dan, The Clash and The Smiths, but it would be Paul's talent keeping me company.
@@TheSaturnV no, definately not.
I'm super obsessed with this song - been listening to it every single day for the past six months or even more. Paul McCartney brings nothing more than happiness to my life.
@lulu Werner...I'm obsessed with this and another 300 or more songs of Paul McCartney. The entire planet would improve their level of happiness by listening to his music!
Keep going, it's bloody sublime, isn't it?
Good for the soul.
@@martinalinkedtowe7348 Amen.
@@davecoalwood9487 YES IT MOST CERTAINLY IS.
Ladies and gentlemen, the effortlessly brilliant John Hurt.
Mr. Ollivander lives!
Song is such a time stamp. Summer 1982. One of the best songs on the radio.
Funny, I'm here because it showed up in a top 10 list on FB from August '82, and it was the only song I could not remember!
I've needed that choice of words my whole life. "This song is a timestamp." indeed
That was a fascinating time in radio too. No man's land between disco and the rise of the 80s superstars. So you got this great mix of songs. No other time Juice Newton and Christopher Cross could be so big.
I know this song so well, but I didn't realize it came out in '82. If I was on a gameshow and guessed I would have said '77 or so.
One of my favorite Paul songs. I just can't get enough of the video with Ringo and George Martin.
LOVE IT!!!
George prolly told Paul to f^&k off I'm not gonna be in yer video
This song is 40 years old but it still sounds fresh
I'm very happy that George Martin had his time in the sun. To be included with one of the most talented artists on earth; he deserved it. He did so much for Paul and was a good friend. Rest in Peace Mr. George Martin, and thank you for all of your great work. We might not have even seen such greatness if not for you and your genius.
George is a big reason why The Beatles were as hugely successful as they were. He was born to be paired with them.
@@thesilvershining Yes, Mike's comment was fine but understated, George Martin had an immeasurable impact on the Beatles
@@thesilvershining yes, both Georges
I have never heard of George Martin and my research of the Beatles shows no George Martin. Care to fill me in?
@@pallmall5495 You've never heard of Sir George Martin yet? He was the man who found a way to produce and record things that hadn't been recorded yet. He encouraged them to try out new instruments and techniques. He's often called the 5th Beatle. He's definitely one of the most famous producers. 😀
en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_Martin
Can't get enough of this absolute gem of a song
Paul McCartney is a world treasure. His songs always make me smile. I love this guy.
I feel just the same
This guy is William Shepherd, unfortunately genius Paul McCartney died in 1966.
@@justiceforjamespaulmccartney ok, so?
@@maxwelledison9954 So, what?
@@maxwelledison9954 What do you want to say?
Damn. I remember thinking how old he looked back when this was released. Now in my 50’s I’m watching this thinking he’s such a young lad in it.
Yeah, funny about that hey??
Yes, was thinking the same thing! I remember I would think back then "boy, he looks older. Can't sing like he used to" . Well looking at this now, he still looks young and yes, he could still sing quite fine!!
he's 40 in this. I turn 30 this year and I will be 40 in 2031. I wonder will i look as good as he did in 82 in 2031 :)
he was in his late 30s on the recording...40 at time of vid...funny I'm in my late 40s...I wasn't alive for the the beatles, but silly love songs, coming up, and take it away all caught my ear at various points of my childhood , and I remember I loved Paul's voice...even at the advanced age of 40(lol..wish I was only 40) Paul's voice still had a youthful sound when viewed from today...I remember thinking how his voice began showing a bit of age on the flowers in the dirt tour of 89...on the tug of war album on songs such as the pound is sinking he still sang the rock stuff well...I can see though how if you grew up with the beatles by 82 he would have looked and sounded much older...I grew up with wings...although now having gone back over his catalog with the beatles when I was a teen the beatles are my favorite group and Paul is my favorite musician.
Join the club. One of the first videos ever played on MTV. It played in heavy rotation. I loved it and still do!!!!
RIP JOHN HURT
RIP LINDA MCCARTNEY
RIP GEORGE MARTIN
Dont tel em
John Hurt MADE the movies 1984 and Rob Roy.
Douche
Long Live Paul
RIP Paul McCartney's career 1942-1970
I love how Paul focuses on Ringo to start the video. This was a big deal when it came out in early 80s seeing a partial Beatles reunion on MTV
I went back and looked, and you're right. That was great that he got Ringo involved.
And George Martin too who I think is on the video. To me he’s a Beatle lol
I love Paul McCartney so much. That opening reggae hook is phenomenal. Happy 80th Sir Paul and RIP Linda.
Great Paul McCartney song! Great that both of the late greats Linda McCartney and John Hurt were part of this great video. Both the late greats Linda McCartney and John Hurt are deeply missed. RIP Linda McCartney and RIP John Hurt.
I get so nostalgic watching this and so happy at the same time, of an era I wasn’t even born. How powerful and wonderful music is.
paul mccartney probably one of the greatest musical talents of the modern age when he goes the world will be poorer for it!
LivviEquestrian agreed
Probably?? 😆👍
The world will carry on fine when he is gone.
There’s no one who is in the same league as him with an exception of John Lennon
Paul Simon, Elton John. Maybe Dylan.
I never appreciated this production until i listened to it on a real sound system. Hearing sir paul and his lovely wife singing together with the backing of the band, makes me happy. They seemed to have a love that is so rare. R.I.P. Linda Mc Cartney
You got good heart
So true. Those vocals get me every time.
Saw them ,sounding great live
Air Studio
I love Sir McCartney. And he and his first wife were true blue to each other, but unfortunately, Linda can’t sing. Sir Paul married her despite this.
I love how Paul McCartney has always maintained relevancy across nearly six decades. Always contemporary yet never compromising. God bless you sir Paul. The world would be a sadder place without you
Absolutely!
Very good point. He really crosses across all generations.
So many magical musical harmonies in Paul's brilliant brain...
Right?!! He is friggin amazing..first wife..the best!
That's why he's a billionaire
I get the impression that most people don’t realize how MUCH Linda added to the background vocals in so many of Paul’s songs.
I love her backup vocals, don’t get why she got so much criticism! She was so pretty as well.
@@Liz-xc5zs she had a hard time staying in key on live performances . She sounds good on studio recordings but on the live performances she struggled. On the wings live album and video alot of work was done in the studio re recording the backing vocals and harmonies she had a nice voice but having a good voice and being a good singer are not always the same thing . She struggled with being a singer despite her voice being good so things like staying in key and staying in harmony with other singers in a live setting was hard for her to be fair she never wanted to be a performer or tour but paul really wanted her there so she did it for him . She was never comfortable being a performer. Paul always said her role in the band was more about being emotional support than anything else.
Adam Watson did they have a form of auto tone back then? Some of her recordings sound like something was added. I thought she sounded really good in the Hey Diddle recording
@@adamwatson6916 I think Paul kind of 'stage directed" her in the studio. She did have a good voice but I have heard the isolated recording of "Live and Let Die" with her vocals. Horribly off key,as you say.Many of us have good voices but would be lost in a live band(myself included).
She's already done good backing vocals on this and several other songs and albums, during the Wings era. On this particular song from "Tug of War", her work was pretty reinforced by Paul and Eric Stewart, which had the experience of doing that fantastic vocals in "I'm Not in Love" from 10-CC. The result is kind of a Beatles+10CC and Linda texture, a beautiful combination. The trio Linda-Paul-Eric went so right, that they repeated the formation on several other tracks and albums after Tug of War.
Those harmonized vocals at the end goosebump me EVERY SINGLE TIME! Absolute sublime perfection!
Lot's of those on the London Town album.
@@limitededition1053 And throughout Wings' entire career.
I think they were influenced by Eric Stewart of 10cc who was a big part of Paul's music at this time (co-writing and working on production). He's in the video with the sunglasses.
@@kenreeve32 I wouldn't say so, McCartney has been singing harmonies and arranging songs like that since the Beatles. I'm sure Eric had some input but it would probably be more in the recording side which he would be better than McCartney at that. It's a shame as Eric had more to offer than most other co-writers. A lot don't want to work with McCartney as it hinders their own creativity.
@@limitededition1053 good analysis! Yes, I was thinking Eric probably worked his production magic on those harmonies. The first time I heard those in this song they immediately reminded me sonically of those in "I'm Not In Love." As a fan of Eric's going all the way back to his Mindbenders' days, I was very excited when I saw him collaborating with Paul.
This is so '80s! (Take me back!) Paul and Linda could masterfully transform themselves into any era, and Ringo's drumming was never better. Thanks for posting this gem from "Tug of War." Rest in peace, Linda.
Paul and Linda = the coolest couple ever!
Steve Gadd was also playing---------not a bad drummer at all;-)
@@Tunz909 You cannot do without a great drummer. As a bassist, I can't say enough good things about drummers. They are the foundation of the entire band.
Also Rest In Peace George Martin and John Hurt.
@@Tunz909 There are three drummers on this performance. Ringo, Steve Gadd, and Paul McCartney !!
Brings a tear to my eye remembering when this one was on MTV.
We we're young to.
Yes almost a lifetime ago (almost )
I ACTUALLY Saw this on the HBO show "Video Jukebox"
Now mtv is a cesspool of rap, sex and perverted shit.
How old do you figure they were he still looks pretty young in this video?
Paul does not get nearly enough credit for his work outside the Beatles, this track is exquisite.
Yep wonderful song
Uh... ok lol
@@MichaelC-zb5ky what's "funny"??
Agreed. This is one of the best.
Yep . From the Tug Of War album Wings split up in the middle of...
One of THE best outros ever IMHO.
Jazzy end superb should have gone on longer
I agree. The horns and harmonies were magical and I partially credit George Martin.
That wall of sound is delicious and awesome. Best part of the tune.
The early era of MTV was incredible. This video is just an absolute gem, and of course the song and track are perfection. Boy were we spoiled by greatness back then.
Best time to be alive;(12 yo when this video was all over mtv).
That horn arrangement is SO AMAZING.
This song is infectious. Big time. Catchy beyond words. Love this when I was young, still do.
Aaron Beauchamp - you right so so infectious :-)
I remember this great song . Paul got red hot back in the early to mid-80's
Aaron Beauchamp This song brings back the best memories!
Music was what keep't me going back then as i had a physically abusive bastard of a father ! Thankfully a year later my grandpa took me away from him and beat the crap out of him and told him to not come no where near me again ! My grandpa who fought in WW2 was a real father to me and never layed a hand on me !
I can't imagine my life or anyone else;s without Music, Music is the Light in darkness that never goes out
0:00-0:18 is the funkiest groove i have ever heard. Love that rhythm and bass. The entire song is brilliant to this day!!
Steve Gadd drumming with Ringo!
Yes George Martin, you're finally in the band. You've passed your audition.
yes his did
Lol!!
He is Greatest rock producer of all time!!!
He was a genius.
Ha ha. Yep. I noticed that too!
@@Ambienfinity AGREED! The man sat behind the scenes and orchestrated a sea change in music. THAT is a genius.
Awesome song. Thankyou Paul
One of my absolute favourite McCartney tracks. I love the way he tells a story, and gives every amateur musician hope - ‘You never know who may be listening to you...’ And the use of ‘impresario’ - impressive! Great song, wonderful video, especially seeing George Martin.
By the way, the video about the making of this video shows George Martin dancing and showing off - quite a brilliant revelation!
Yes. I think the song is a rehash from McCartney, telling the tale of how The Beatles went from obscurity to stardom following their encounter with their manager-to-be. To whom he pays tribute throughout the song. Think of all the references he makes about him: "... some important impresario ... lonely driver out on the road..." The producers choice for John Hurt to play Epstein made sense.
Great song....McCartney has such a good ear for a bright uplifting melody
I'm just delighted with any chance to see Paul & Linda.....
Epic track!!!!!! Man, I've always loved the backing vocals on this as well.And those jazzy drums. Frickin superb. Chills to the bone.
Epic 🍓 #Eper!
Steve Gadd drumming with Ringo!
Its November 2018. I'm going thru very rough time and Paul McCartney is here to cheer me up!!! :)
Still in 2018? Prepare for events in 2020, mate😂
Did you get through?
@@gorgen23 I got thru 18 just fine. 2020? Not so much lol
Can we go back to the 80s? Sigh
Hope you got through your rough patch great music always helps..
This is has go to be one of Paul's best videos ever.
For ever.paul and Linda..may Linda rest in peace. I'm a black old guy who drums.
@@garyconner6151 I never care much for celebrity stuff but when Linda died I was utterly heart broken for Paul and the kids. So sad. If you are an old black guy or not you would really love Paul and Carl Perkins little special. Carl explains to Paul that he learned the wonderful gospel rhythms while he picked cotton. Two real gentlemen. Just search both their names together on YT. Cheers.
I still like the Coming Up video ( it was just him & Linda )
@@jamesconklin120 the one where he played everyone but her? That was a fantastic one.
Blue Coyote Linda had two parts , she was both backup singers
Paul proves one again that not only is he an incredible song writer, he knows damn well what sounds perfect. Thick and dry drums, fat bass, and those velvety harmonies sounded PERFECT on AM radio. I've such fond memories of hearing this for the first time on a crummy transistor radio, and it sounded so good.
Great analysis 👍. First heard it on the radio riding in the backseat of my parents car. Takes me back every time I hear it!
No offense, loved Wings, but a lot of Paul's stuff is sped up Swing with Motown/R&B horns. Swing lyrics.
It's a good formula, but not exactly original or innovative.
@@catholicdad no offense, but Swing with Motown horns is just people singing and playing instruments, sometimes with lyrics. Good formula, but not exactly original.
@@zGollumI'm not sure I can disagree with your comment 😁
I didn't know Ringo played percussion on this song! Wow! mini-Beatles reunion!
+38yofrmut There has been a lot of them, though. And it's the 5th beatle on the piano.
+Sylvain Chuzeville I love to see Sir George Martin too!
+jellyfishattack George Martin RIP. A true legend now sleeps with angels.
And Steve Gadd in the video. And John Hurt as the "Empresario".
He played the whole album
IMO this is the best single Sir Paul did i the 80's
+Doobie1975 Yes, his best with Wings was Mull of Kintyre, but that was earlier. I love this song and the fact that Paul had Ringo, Linda and Sir Gorge Martin in the video, as well as John Hurt.
1. Take It Away
2. Pretty Little Head
One of the best didn’t say say say come out in the 80s
Indeed
Paul's music is really huge in my family. I'm a 70's kid and my older sisters and cousins literally molded me into being a Paul/Beatles fan and a fan of just about every band we all know and love. They used to explain songs saturated in rock and roll myths but I still long to be back in those days. I miss how good the old days used to feel.
Paul McCartney is my top favourite Beatles member of the group. I loved and love him and Wings. R.I.P. Linda McCartney
Macca is such a fucking legend..
I was just a kid of 9 when this song came out. I had grown up listening to Wings, so it was exciting to hear Paul McCartney come out with a new tune. I wasn’t disappointed! I literally obsessed over this song! When MTV showed it or when it was on the radio, you best believe the volume was cranked up and I sang my heart out with it 😊 Still love it today!
this is such a quality song that I played over and over as a 10 year old in the 80s.paul and those other three guys have had such a resounding effect on my life. I finally got to see Paul a few years ago at the bok in Tulsa, and man, it was worth the wait! this song brings back so many memories for me. he had some chart hits in the 80s that he doesn't do. such a shame, those songs are just as great as his early material. this song stands out, reminds me of Okc at early am mornings before the sun came up. me and my mom would be going home from her bar. seeing the city lights. miss those days and my mom. thanks Paul.
I have to go to the BOK some day for a concert. The place looks gorgeous.
👍 🇬🇧 !
If anybody was ever born to perform it was Paul McCartney
Really ! I thought it was Donnie Trump .....
@@bobbychelsea4248 then you're thick.
This was released from Tug Of War into heavy rotation on Top 40 radio in summer 1982 going into fall of my senior year of high school. Now it suddenly brings back nostalgia for the people, places and things from that time that no longer exist. I can't recall any other song written using the unconventional C Major 7 / F# chord. It is creative genius, like all of the ingredients that give this song a unique sound.
Linda's bacing vocals were highly underrated, a beautiful voice
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mrlafayette1964 beautiful woman too back then
Based on isolated tracks when live- perhaps not.
Not underrated.
I always liked her voice.
When I was a kid, Macca only had to show his face on telly and it made my day! The chords in the verse are so sweetly nostalgic and jazzy. It really made an impression on me, this song. Thumbs aloft, as they used to say...
Does anyone else get goosebumps at the harmony and bassline from 0:53-0:56
The whole song is a goosebump for me
@@juanwhatelse Same here. That beginning bassline is epic.
@@juanwhatelse Same
that's the Eric Stewart & 10cc influence....superb harmonies ❤❤❤
@@juanwhatelse exactly
UNBELIEVABLE Paul is God. This song is a masterpiece! It's not just good Pop, it's beyond that. It's perfect, a perfect song. And unreal bass line, of course.
And drums
He's not God OK!! He's just a very talented musician, gifted by God.
@@robertphillips2983 There is no God, OK!! There is only Paul.
And me.
@@miguelribeiro3103 Yes sir Miguel. I agree. Drummers are SO damned essential to the making of a good band. I'm a bassist and I absolutely love the drums and drummers.
@@robertphillips2983 He's bigger than God! No wait, that was The Rutles...
Absolutely love this song. The arrangement is a delight and it is beautifully played by the entire band. And the harmonies are angelic. Sir Paul is a gift to the music lovers of the world.
This is one od my favorite Paul songs. This song is 40 years old but it still sounds fresh. Greetings from Aleksandra, Zagreb, Croatia 🇭🇷❤️😊
Now more than ever, seeing Macca and Ringo together is very nice!!!
I'm on a Paul McCartney deep dive and I just watched this video for the first time ever. I've known the song for a while since I grew up with Wingspan, but I've rediscovered what a great song it is and this video brings it alive
Sir Paul is on another level >>> pure pop perfection
Love this song. Paul is a world treasure. A genius.
There's a 10cc vibe in this song. Especially those ahhhs
The Eric Stewart influence?
Such a fantastic happy song - invoking the reggae-pop style of The Police but with Paul’s always original and beautiful sensibilities - seeing the late John Hurt, the great actor, in this video plus Linda and all of the people no longer with us is a gut punch but the song is so exhilarating that I listen to it again and again…
Just one of a handful of true legends from back in my day, the like of never to be seen again, this mans sheer musicality is way beyond us mere mortals.
One of his very best. Can't help tapping my toes, raising my voice, shaking my head and punching the air! The man can do no wrong! Released on June 26, 1982, reaching # 10 on August 21
Every time I see this video, I think "Holy crap, it's John Hurt!"
Then I remember it's Paul McCartney, so who wouldn't want to work with him?
To quote David Lee Roth
“When I die, sprinkle my ashes across the 80’s”
Amen
Heard this today at my chiropractor's office. Picked up on it immediately. Said " I know that song from years ago!" Now on my phone and, I have listened to it at least 20 times. Love the back singing and, most of all the ending. So much energy in that ending. Love this tune!
Thanks for the JOY you brought...RIP John Hurt
Love this song...kept playing this song over and over...when we had LPs!! Very catchy tune and I love the concept of the video from way back when until then- Was so cool to see Ringo, George Martin, etc in it!!
You take any struggling band, add Paul, and the band takes off. Shows you how much difference that level of talent makes.
This is a great song. Really love how the brass section dominates. High energy, just love it over and over again.
I love how unpredictable Paul is as arranging...the pace never changes but so many different angles just beautiful !!!
For some reason, and 41 years later this song leapt into my head. I still knew the lyrics to about 50% of the song. Nice.
What a combination. Paul, Linda, Ringo, Eric Stewart, George Martin.... ♥️🎵
Steve Gadd as well:-)
@@Tunz909 Drummers are SO important to any band. I'm a bass player and if the drummer is mediocre it throws me and everyone else off. I drummers!!!!
@@MikeMaxwell1961 I'm a pianist and vocalist, drummers are very important in keeping things all together!! Keep a Song in your heart!!!
@@Tunz909 I only WISH that I were talented enough to play those ivory keys. I agree with you 1000000 percent. Keep those wonderful vocals coming and always, ALWAYS have a song in your heart.
@@MikeMaxwell1961 Thanks for the kind words, but it's just rote learning really......I started piano at around 6 or 7 years of age....I actually quit piano when the Beatles came out when I was around 12 and started guitar lessons. That lasted only a year or so, I have thick fingers and it was just too hard for me to scrunch them up and get calluses on the tips of my fingers.....went back to piano and it's so much easier...all you do is push down....then Macca started playing piano in "Lady Madonna"/Hey Jude/Let It Be/......Billy Joel and Elton became popular....I was doing well, then I got too serious and wound up at the Berklee College of Music in Boston, Ma.:-)..or as they call it "Bezerklee;-) thanks for chiming in!! Song today in my heart is "Vienna" Billy Joel!!
Paul was always reinventing himself.
I remember hearing this in the summer of '82. I loved it. I was 14.
Actor Jon Hurt in this video too. Such a great melody and love how the song begins with the chorus....
A fantastic song, you can't help but smile every time you hear this. Paul is the greatest. (Can't beat getting Linda, Ringo, and George Martin in the vid, too!)
Also Eric Stewart and Steve Gadd😎
It has been exciting to hear this song again after almost 40 years.
I didn't remember it, it was a rediscovery.
The truth is that they are two songs in one:
The happy and rhythmic part,
and then the sweet and melodic one, an excellent mix as this musical genius has done so many times.
Thank you Paul for beautifying the world!!
The piano, the horn section... Paul's voice. He sure put some good songs together.
No joke, I heard this song once in 1988 when I was 9 and have been looking for it ever since. Incredible track.
Good Lord, Steve Gadd at :12!
I always loved the drums on this song, now I know why.
Just great, love it, and always lovely to see Linda - :-)
pixi loc Always got bad press but she was the choice of the greatest pop and rock legend of alltime! That is good enough for me anyway Linda was lovely and provided many superb harmonies on all Pauls music from the end of the beatles! Very underated was Linda. This was the woman who provided the middle section to the classic Live and let die!
Without a doubt, one of his greatest songs, and sadly not played anywhere near as much as it should be. Got the album. Love the brass, the background vocals with Linda and Eric, Ringo on drums. What a talent! Rock on Paul!
the other drummer was steve gadd .....did one of the most famous drum solos ever for steely dan "aja"
A lot of those 1st Wave British groups got a second wind in the early 1980's. John Lennon had a good one in Nobody Told Me and the Kinks and the Stones also came back strong. The late 1970's and early 1980's were good for rock music.
Absolutely couldn’t have said it better myself
John Lennon also had just like starting over, watching the wheels n woman in 1980...arguably his best 3 solo songs minus jealous guy😎😎😎😎
As were the early 70s, late 60s, mid 60s and early 60s. Also the 50s.
That Linda McCartney was beautiful. A heart stopper.
The Lovely Linda.
One of the best songs I have ever heard. I often listen to it over and over again.
2019
during the 80s, Macca can do whatever the f*** he wants...
he could do the ballet for all he wants...that's what legends are...
nothing to prove...no mountains left to climb...Macca evermore...
RIP John Hurt respect.
Watched this great video so many times on MTV, summer of 1982. Worked late nights at a truck stop restaurant, just out of high school. Would come home, fix a bowl of cereal, sit down on the floor in front of the TV, turn on MTV and chill for a while before going to bed at about 7:00am. Good times.
Way back in the day, when MTV actually played music.
You're lucky you survived working a truck stop night shift and not ended up on a milk carton.
Lol before I was even born (1983)
My, you've lived a fascinating life
Great song AND great lyrics!!! That last verse is brilliant.
Beautiful song and beautiful man
I was about 12 years old when this song/record came out, and I think it was my hook into the world of the Beatles. I think it was important as a young person to have a new song from a then classic artist to latch on to. By that time, The Beatles had been broken up for 12 years and they were a band for a prior generation. This song, which has an 80s sound and was made for my generation, inspired me to embrace Beatles nation. Artists should take note. Keep making music no matter how old you get. The younger fans appreciate it and will extend your legacy.
I was in the audience scene.I got in via the Wings Fan Club.
Great song, cool video. Paul was undoubtedly the musical heart of the Beatles.
I heard this song on my mom's old clock radio when I was a 6 year old little girl. I never knew who sang it though because I was not into who sang songs back then. All on you is that it kept saying take it away. I love the song though and it still is my favorite Paul McCartney song to this very day
Saw Mc & Wings, Atlanta, Ga 1974... Greatest live show ever... Rest in Peace, Linda and Jimmy..
Just on a Macca reminise-fest after seeing his Glastonbury set. I was 10 when this came out and I absolutely loved it. This song lead me to the most amazing treasure trove - his back catalogue.
Hello 👋 Melissa. How are you doing? Hope you are fine. I'm Mark Clifford from Denver Colorado. Where are you from? You seem like a real country girl
Great video, song , arrangement. It always amazed me how many great songs Paul wrote through the years. Loved seeing George Martin, Linda , and Ringo in this.
I think that "Tug of War" is Paul's all-time best album. My father gifted me in 1981. Every track is a piece of art without exception.
Reminds me of early '80s when I met my two best friends Debbie and Kathy in college. Rarely see them, but still feel close♥
Hello 👋 Lynn. How are you doing? Hope you are fine. I'm Mark Clifford from Denver Colorado. Where are you from? You seem like a real country girl
Saw him in Detroit 10/21. Awesome...would have loved to hear this in concert.