One of the biggest names in music, Paul McCartney has an impressive history. His career with the Beatles , Wings , and later, his solo career, has produced songs that have marked generations.
The former Beatle is now preparing to come to Brazil with the Got Back , which began in April 2022 in the United States. Learn more here.
This quiz celebrates the life and career of Paul McCartney and tests your knowledge about the musician. Take part below and share your results with your friends and family.
Results
His position: Headbanger!
Your position: Beginner in Metal. You have a long way to go, but don't get discouraged!
#1. With a legendary “One, two, three, four!” begins one of the first compositions Paul McCartney wrote with John Lennon. It's about a girl “who was only seventeen.” What is the name of this song?
"I Saw Her Standing There" begins with the following lyrics: "1-2-3-4! / Well, she was only seventeen / You know my plans / And her beauty cannot be compared"
#2. Which song released by Paul McCartney in 1972 was banned by the BBC in London for being too controversial?
The song is “Give Ireland Back to the Irish.” McCartney wrote the song in response to the news that British troops in Derry, Northern Ireland, had just killed thirteen civil rights protesters, representing the Catholic minority, and injured many others during a protest march.
#3. What was the inspiration for Paul's song "Martha, My Dear"?
Martha, the little dog that Paul had.
#4. The rumor about Paul's death and replacement by a lookalike began in 1969. In what year did Paul McCartney supposedly die in a car accident?
Rumors say he died in a car accident in 1966.
#5. What is the name of the first album by Wings, the band formed by Paul McCartney?
The band's first album is 'Wild Life', from 1971.
#6. Paul McCartney has been a major animal rights activist for over 40 years, but he hasn't been able to incorporate vegetarianism into his lifestyle.
False. Paul has been a vegetarian since 1975.
#7. In what year did Paul McCartney receive the title of "Sir" from Queen Elizabeth?
Paul McCartney was knighted in 1997.
#8. In addition to being a composer, Paul McCartney is also a writer and has published a children's book.
McCartney released the book 'Hey Grandude' in 2019, telling the story of a magical character who lives with his grandchildren.
#9. Paul McCartney is a self-taught pianist, guitarist, and composer.
True. McCartney taught himself to play piano and guitar and to compose music as a teenager.
#10. McCartney wrote or co-wrote 32 number-one singles on the Billboard Hot 100.
True. He wrote twenty songs with the Beatles; seven solo or with Wings; one as co-writer of “A World Without Love,” Peter and Gordon’s number one single; one as co-writer of the cover of Elton John’s “Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds”; one as co-writer of Stars on 45’s “Medley”; one as co-writer with Michael Jackson on “Say Say Say”; and one as writer of “Ebony and Ivory,” performed with Stevie Wonder.
#11. The Rolling Stones released their first album in eighteen years, titled Hackney Diamonds. Which track does Paul play bass on?
The song is "Bite My Head Off"
#12. Which band was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame by Paul McCartney in 2021?
Foo Fighters
