Paul McCartney recently shared some intriguing insights into the unconventional practices of the legendary band, The Beatles.
The 76-year-old music icon revealed that during the early days of the band, he and John Lennon engaged in group masturbation sessions along with a few friends.
In an interview with GQ, McCartney described these gatherings as “good harmless fun” that seemed inconsequential at the time.
He reminisced about how, at the age of 18 when he joined the band, he, Lennon, and three other friends would occasionally participate in these unique bonding activities while playfully calling out the names of famous female celebrities.
Recounting one particular incident at Lennon’s house, McCartney detailed how they were all seated in the dark, and one person initiated the act, leading to everyone else following suit.
The atmosphere was light-hearted, with calls of names like “Brigitte Bardot!”
filling the room as they indulged in the unusual pastime.
Lennon apparently injected humor into the situation by once shouting out the name of Winston Churchill, adding a comical touch to the proceedings.
McCartney clarified that this ritual was not a regular occurrence and did not involve their bandmates George Harrison and Ringo Starr, emphasizing its casual and spontaneous nature.
Reflecting on the experience, McCartney acknowledged the raunchiness of their actions but downplayed any significance attached to it, attributing it to the carefree spirit of youth.
He mused that looking back on such incidents from childhood evoked a sense of disbelief, yet affirmed that it was harmless amusement that brought no harm to anyone involved, including the celebrity names playfully invoked.
The candid revelation by McCartney offers a glimpse into the dynamic and unorthodox camaraderie shared by the band members during their formative years.
While the episode may raise eyebrows for its unconventional nature, it underscores the close bond and uninhibited nature of the group as they navigated the early stages of their musical journey.
As McCartney fondly recalls these memories, he portrays the
