Paul McCartney has addressed the dissolution of The Beatles, staunchly rejecting claims that he was the catalyst behind the group’s breakup.
In an upcoming episode of BBC Radio 4’s “This Cultural Life,” set to broadcast on October 23, McCartney asserted that it was actually John Lennon who advocated for disbanding The Beatles.
McCartney made it clear by stating, “I did not initiate the separation; that was our Johnny.” Throughout the years, there has been ongoing speculation among fans regarding who should be held accountable for the band’s disintegration, with a significant portion attributing blame to McCartney.
However, McCartney revealed that Lennon’s yearning to “break free” was the primary force driving the split.
Amidst the conjecture surrounding The Beatles’ breakup, McCartney disclosed that their manager had instructed the band members to remain silent until he finalized various business transactions, thereby allowing uncertainty to linger.
This revelation emerged as McCartney anticipates the release of Peter Jackson’s forthcoming six-hour documentary, “The Beatles: Get Back,” which is slated for November and is expected to delve into the dissolution of the iconic band.
The initial reports on McCartney’s statements were published by The Observer.
During the interview, McCartney was questioned about his choice to pursue a solo career, to which he promptly responded, “Hold on.
I am not the one who initiated the split.
Oh no, no, no.
John entered a room one day and declared, ‘I am departing from The Beatles.’ Is that considered instigating the split, or not?” McCartney expressed a sense of sorrow regarding the breakup, emphasizing that the group was
