LOL Who else but Paul would answer his critics about him writing too many love songs by writing a song about love songs.

This was a huge hit, which must have given Paul immense satisfaction given he wrote it as a tongue-in-cheek riposte to snobbish critics (including a certain Mr Lennon) who complained that he only wrote lightweight love songs 😉

@Spazzmatazzz

2 жыл бұрын

FACT!

@bobwoolerOriGinal

2 жыл бұрын

But Lennon was onto something.

@markydh83

2 жыл бұрын

@@bobwoolerOriGinal He was absolute prick a lot of the time. And given some of the shite he recorded in the 70s, a complete hypocrite, too.

@Spazzmatazzz

2 жыл бұрын

@@bobwoolerOriGinal Yeah, he was onto Yoko. That's when the Beatles took as back seat in his eyes.

@bobwoolerOriGinal

2 жыл бұрын

@@markydh83 Yeah, agreed. Not many know that about Paul.

I heard that critics and/or John Lennon criticized Paul McCartney for writing love songs. So Paul wrote this. One of my favorite songs that puts me in a good mood. ❤❤❤❤

Paul was actually a beast on the bass.

@dunismith3045

2 жыл бұрын

Truth! I'm sure you're familiar with his incredible work on "Something"--among countless other Beatle tunes. Paul is incredibly musically talented--he only picked up the bass after Stu Sutcliffe quit the band.

@debjorgo

2 жыл бұрын

@@dunismith3045 Or Taxman, where he goes nuts on the second verse.

@peterchristiantrapp6927

2 жыл бұрын

He still is, Cliff! :)

@thedrummerdude1000

2 жыл бұрын

Still is brother

@viruspenpal3096

2 жыл бұрын

He’s a true musician. One of the greatest ever!

Paul McCartney is recognized as one of the finest bass players in the history of rock and roll -- and yet somehow he's terribly underrated as a bass player. You never hear enough people recognizing how amazing he is on that instrument specifically. He could do things like this song, where he basically played the bass as the lead instrument yet never stopped serving the song. It just leads the way on the musical journey. (I'll also say that if you listen to Band On The Run you will NOT be disappointed)

For the life of me, I can't fathom how Paul McCartney was able to sing over *that* bass line! The vocal and bass lines are so different from one another, you almost have to have two brains concentrating on two different things. The answer of course is a tremendous amount of talent and practice, practice, practice, until the bass line becomes muscle memory and you can fully concentrate on the vocals. I give you Sir Paul McCartney, folks. Appreciate him while he is still with us.

'Nineteen Hundred and Eighty Five', 'Goodnight Tonight', 'No More Lonely Nights', 'Uncle Albert/Admiral Halsay', all worth a reaction Chod! So pleased to hear you are still reacting to such great classic songs and superb artists. Thank you for sharing your excellent channel with like-minded people who appreciate real music! ☺️

@debjorgo

2 жыл бұрын

Nineteen Hundred and Eighty Five!

@lebojay

Жыл бұрын

Nineteen Hundred and Eighty Five is a much underrated deep track. It should’ve been a hit. Other great songs seldom discussed: Hi Hi Hi, My Brave Face, Another Day, and Maybe I’m Amazed. (That last one was a big hit, but still not as well remembered as it deserves to be).

@briandonovan1584

7 ай бұрын

There are so many gems to choose from but "Maybe I'm Amazed" is an incredible masterpiece declaring his love for Linda whom he credits with saving his life when The Beatles were no more. Of course "My Love" is another under rated work of true art expressing the depth of his love oh so wonderfully.

Never the obvious bass line from Paul. But always the right one.

"Silly Love Songs" was a gigantic hit back when, quickly topping the charts to become the song of 1976. I heard it on the radio so often back then that merely reading the name can start the song playing in my head even now 45 years later -- that bass line, the melody, those harmonies, the horn riffs, the disco string arrangements. The first vinyl album I bought when I got a few years older was Wing's Greatest Hits, in part because of this song, as well as the others like "Band on the Run", "Live and Let Die", etc.

This is a pleasant, lighthearted love song. "Maybe I'm Amazed" is beautiful, deep & speaks of mature, soul-shaking love...written for his wife Linda. That's the one to hear.💙🌿

The sound of high school for me!! This was played more than once at my senior prom...great memories and a great song!! More Wings please..."Band On The Run" is a another one you should hear!!🎸🎵🎶🎸

My dad used to play Paul McCartney and Wings when I was in fourth grade. My favorites were Jet, live and let die, let em in, maybe I’m amazed, listen to what the man said, and this song. Great reaction!👏

@Deborahtunes

2 жыл бұрын

"Jet" is my personal favorite. "Maybe I'm Amazed" is good too...

@ferdinandfrancis9673

2 жыл бұрын

@@Deborahtunes I love " hope of deliverance"

@briandonovan1584

7 ай бұрын

Listen to what the Man Says is, once again, pure genius. Just a wonderful, wonderful song. Paul is THE MAN. His melodies, lyrics and pleasure are unbelievably infectious works of a true master of music and lover of love. Let Em In is another wonderful piece of art that expresses his love of family and family get togethers. Can you imagine how fun it must have been to celebrate Christmas with the McCartneys ... He's a genius, a true romantic and truly loves his fans. Later songs like "New," "Fine Line," "Young Boy," "Fuh You" and many others are just amazing. He's much more than a great writer, performer, etc. ... He's magical and a truly decent guy and great father. I have loved Paul for all of my 60 years ... Even before I could walk or talk. Lovely reaction.

Only Paul could get away with "I love you" as the chorus.

@Kim-hc5si

2 жыл бұрын

Hahahahaha facts!

@reneperez2126

2 жыл бұрын

Thats an ironic I love you

The very song that made me switch from guitar to bass.

Knew you'd love that bass. Studio cuts are cool. That's how we first heard what would become our favorite songs/artists

@Deborahtunes

2 жыл бұрын

That's why when I suggest a song for them to react to, I tell them to play the original studio release. That way they get the real feel of the track. Many times, a live version is so far off from the studio cut, it gets ruined. When I go to a concert, I want to hear something similar to the vinyl/CD was. Not some over done showcase of what the musician can play...

@surlechapeau

2 жыл бұрын

@@Deborahtunes agree with the first part. Live, I do like to hear some extended instrument solo!

@Deborahtunes

2 жыл бұрын

@@surlechapeau ~ I don't mind if they add in a verse, that may have been removed when recording it. Such as was done with Styx's song "Crystal Ball". Otherwise, I prefer that they stay as close to the original as possible. Long drawn out solos, or extended singing notes do nothing for me...

That bass line can cure what ails you

This is the first song I became aware of as a child. Silly Love Songs got so much air play during the summer of 76, it was forever burned into my five year old brain. It's so ingrained in my memory that I have people, places, and smells associated with this song

@leroysiedenburg2139

Жыл бұрын

Yep! I have certain songs that take me back to an exact time and place!!! It is surreal!!!

Everything about this song is awesome, esp bass and the obvious love it portrays for Linda, beautiful song.

In the early '80s, there was a restaurant called "Mug & Muffin" right in the middle of Harvard Square. It has since been replaced by a bank, sadly. But in the Mug & Muffin restroom were some apparently memorable graffiti in one of the stalls which asked the question: Q. When did Paul McCartney write Silly Love Loves? A. 1961-1981. I think people beat him up because he survived, and John didn't. As a fellow Southpaw, I have a soft spot for Paul, who was and is a great human being and artist. Great review, thank you. All the best to you, and the continuation of this important and delightful channel.

The craft in this song is off the scale.

Always loved Mcartney’s bass line & arrangement on this. Another solo Beatle song that’s got some great bass~ “Love Comes to Everyone” by George Harrison. And, not to leave John Lennon out, an unexpected r’n’b arrangement on “Bless You”. Keep doing what you do, always enjoy watching your reactions

Denny Laine deserves much credit for Wings' success. Wings disbanded when Denny left

Hey Chod! Looks like things are getting better. We will support you forever. This is classic Paul. Cool little song. Try Nineteen Hundred and Eighty Five off of Band On The Run. Excellent song!😎

He re-recorded it on his 1984 Give My Regards to Broadstreet featuring Jeff Porcaro, Steve Lukather and surprisingly Louie Johnson on bass!! Linda was his one and only real true love of his life they were unseperatble until her passing in 1998 due to breast cancer.

Amazing crunchy and bouncy bass.

i always considered this a love song to love songs. No really about anyone. But about the songs.

Excellent choice! Takes me back to the late 70's!

Paul and Wings, great music, and a great bass player. 🎸🎸

Great Artist Paul!!! Great group: "Wings."

I prefer studio versions. Thx! McCartney stands amongst the greatest composers throughout history!

Man, with the reactions videos, you realize how much great music actually came out in 1976. This song played many times on the car radio that summer when my family moved from NC to Austin. There should be an album of just the hits from '76. I'd buy it.

An amazing song. Simple sounding. But, not so. The bass carries the whole thing. McCartney is a top bass player. Drummer. Guitar player. Piano player. Singer. Arranger. I could go on, but you get the picture. As someone else commented, try "1985" from the Band on the Run album. Maybe I'm Amazed. Yes I am, but we know what the man can do.

it was like the bass was the lead instrument.

A song that just makes you feel like doing a happy dance just because !!!

I heard this live in Wembley Pool arena 1976 in London.UK. The whole show lives on.in my memory

My favorite Paul McCartney tune! His bass playing is superb!

Paul is an amazing bass player and the bass line on this song is epic; but man, I hated this song when I was a teen. Yet, the song was undeniable and on the radio all the time. I loved Paul as an artist anyway and I soon became a huge fan of the song. Love it!

I knew that Paul's bass would grab you immediately.

a beautiful song that always reminds me of good memories from the 70s.

Underrated song! Great choice!🤘🏻❤️

Nice video. It brings back memories of when I was nin 6th grade. What a song. Loved Paul and Wings. The bass, the beat, the sax and the message. I was a little too younbg at the time to remember the Beatles, but Paul kept things going in the 70's. I have been listening to this song nin stiop for the last two months. It just makes me smile and happy.

When that bass drops!

Great memories of my childhood with this one. Love it! 😍

Delight unleashed pure fun

McCartney put out two solo albums before he formed Wings. I thought his 2nd record Ram was the best. It had Too Many People and Monkberry Moon Delight.. Here’s one of my favorites from Ram, Uncle Albert kzread.info/dash/bejne/ao1syKashZPOiJs.html

@NoExitLoveNow

2 жыл бұрын

The lyrics though...

I remember when this was a hit. Good times.

The musical craft of this song is amazing! Everything fits together PERFECTLY!

So glad you 've got your groove back! You are doing a great job. Music is such an incredible joy no matter what is going on in your life. Paul has done a number of interesting songs. You might want to check out "Tug Of War" - his tribute song to John Lennon. Actually the whole"Tug Of War" album is pretty solid.

The biggest hit of 1976. Five weeks at Number 1 and I do not think anyone saw that coming. It was a fun song complex that grew on you.

This is one I think your wife will love! And you don't need to see it live, this is the version that kept us happy on the radio back in 1976... it's just so catchy and feels so good. Have you heard "Band On The Run" yet, also from Paul McCartney and Wings?

You'll like With a Little Luck. Also groovy, the extended version is best.

Paul is the best bassist… ever.

Watching you smile as you discover these old songs makes me smile. Thank you!

Oh.. I just loved Wings...they sounded sooo good.

Haven't heard this in a long time! They came out with quite a few good ones ! ❤✌

I was absolutely waiting for you to listen to this song! Given your stance on men and love songs😄❤ one of my favorite Wing songs for sure❤

It waqs Yes "Rhythm of Love" that you said that it was a straight up song with a groove but underneath the groove there was a lot going on ...instrument wise!!!

Love this song Thanks

I missed seeing Paul in Seattle (where they made a movie of his concert there) with Wings in 1978. I had to wait almost 40 years to see him in Vancouver. A great 3 hour show. But I would’ve loved to see him in 78. He has a great library of solo stuff: anything from Band On The Run album.

Classic

Hang in there Chod 😎👍

You can hear Paul say "Latin" in the background ( 6:23 on this video) and the rhythm changes. Don't know if that was spontaneous or planned.

Sir Paul McCartney is the greatest rock bassist ever. He played this track on his Rickenbacker 4001s that can be seen on the album cover...

McCartney was a hit factory for sure. His Wings stuff was great. It wasn’t a lot of pointed socio-political commentary, and it wasn’t deeply cynical stuff like Lennon was making in the early part of the 70’s, but Lennon ended his career with a couple silly love songs; Woman and Starting Over. Another great PM & Wings song you should cover is Arrow Through Me… a gem!

So glad things got resolved with your strikes!

Even Mama loved this one. Also Someone's knocking on the door

Hey bro loved this reaction and to me this is genius. And it all started a few years after the Beatles split up and John Lennon was criticising Paul McCartney for writing too many silly love songs. So PMC is like ok I’ve got a title for a song and I’ll put a love song in it!! And it was a huge hit for him and his new band Wings. And you’re right the bass is sublime (PMC was the bass player, he’s maybe overlooked in that area) and the rest of the the musical arrangement too is sublime. I think the Beatles producer George Martin continued to work with Paul post-Beatles and he was a classically trained composer before he ever worked with them, and those strings would have been a proper orchestra, no synths or digital tricks available back then. And the female vocals on this were Paul’s first wife Linda an American photographer and musician, his wife from 1969-1998 until her passing away from cancer. The perfect pop song really, glad you enjoyed 😊🇬🇧🇺🇸

☮️💙

Paul’s can play lots of instruments. He did the first Wings album by himself with some backing from his then wife. He’s a phenomenal bassist, good pianist, drummer and guitarist.

He starred in a movie called "Give my regards to broad street", playing himself. He played a live version of the song in the movie, which was slightly different, including a mime dancer.

Check it out live, also do Roxy Music the song Love is a drug, .....it is up your alley.

I think one of the best Paul McCartney bass performances is on Lovely Rita.

Well all I can say is when it comes to this song, I agree 100% with John Lennon.

LMFAO well, you wanted more subscribers and now you got em. Be prepared for us to drive you absolutely insane by recommending 100 songs a day for you to review. : )

Wow that bass player is pretty good

One of the best parts of this song is the bass groove.

Yeah. And someone said Paul could make a hit singing Mary Had a Little Lamb. Well he recorded it. But it only went to 28 in Billboard's Top 100 and 9 in the UK Singles Chart.

@debjorgo

2 жыл бұрын

Actually Graeme Edge of the Moody Blues used to tell this story. I just now saw the story that he has passed away. Wings guitarist Denny Laine used to be in the Moody Blues with Graeme Edge.

Check out the album Venus and Mars.

Paul McCartney & Wings/Let Me Roll It studio version

The video to this is great. Check it out sometime. Paul on that bass.. 🔥, wife Linda on background vocals.

Paul was tearing up that Hofner bass in this song, but I went and looked out of curiousity and this is what he played in the studio. Lead and backing vocals, bass, Mellotron, piano, string conductor, and percussion...

@peterchristiantrapp6927

2 жыл бұрын

Paul used a Rickenbacker 4001 bass, in Silly Love Songs.

Yeah!! Loved this 🖕 you to Lennon's statement about Paul Doing Nothing but Soft Lil Love songs all the time! That's because Lennon's Relationship with Yoko was a Bit ROCKY at That time! But yeah, if That's Paul on the Bass, then He was Cuttin up!!🎶

studio is always the best way to listen , u just keep on the studio versions they sound much cleaner and fuller

Check out their song, Jets!

By the way Chod, I still don't see a YES album cover on the wall behind you? What's up with that? Waiting patiently. Lol! YES!!!😎

Check out Pauls sick bass on this👈👍👍👍👍🇦🇺

Checkout some of their live performances. His band was flawless. Kind of like Elvis’ band, who were flawless as well. When you’re that big of course you’ll attract the best of the best. Paul didn’t need a bassist or pianist for recording of course. 😂

If you want something from him that is really fun try Uncle Albert

GREAT TUNE!! I remember seeing him perform it on TV around the same time NYC had the electric go down and nobody had power. Your "strike" situation MIGHT be because you don't stop and comment during the song and I have heard that is what the BIG BADS don't like. 👍✌✌🖖🖖🖖

you should do a reaction to Death Walks Behind You by Atomic Rooster

...well: Paul McCartney IS a bass player, so....! [ 😜😜😛👍👍] (A multi-instrumentalist, really ...he DOES seem to "play everything" -over his lifetime, I mean. - ...Regardless: man's a musical genius.)

Maybe im amazed, Too many people

An answer.to John Lennon.

Where is the lovely video showing The Guys and his lovely Late wife: Linda McCartney? You are missing a great deal by that video not accompanying the song, my friend...

Why

@NoExitLoveNow

2 жыл бұрын

What

Makes me believe the Paul that wrote Yesterday is dead!

Ahhhggg,this was not one of his best, YIKES

@SK-lk3iu

2 жыл бұрын

I agree. Love Paul, hate this song. (and not because it's sentimental, it's just lame!). Seems to be a lot of love for it, tho. P.S. I like your "name", Chauncey, great movie!

Yeah, I hope you get back to the shitty audio sounds-nothing-like-the-studio-version tunes soon. Good luck with that.

Wings have some great, great songs! This isn't one of them. It's shit.