00:0010 songs you might not know are by Paul McCartney
00:0310. Veronica, Elvis Costello
00:07Co-written with Elvis Costello, this poignant tale of memory loss pairs sharp lyricism with melodic warmth, becoming a timeless standout
00:159. 6 O'Clock, Ringo Starr
00:19Paul McCartney reunited with Ringo post-Beatles for this reflective track about regret, fueling reunion rumors despite remaining a standalone collaboration
00:278. I Want to Be Your Man, The Rolling Stones
00:32Offered to The Rolling Stones, this Beatles origin song became an R&B-flavored hit, demonstrating Paul McCartney's cross-genre songwriting versatility
00:417. Songbird in a Cage, Charlotte Gainsbourg
00:46Born from a casual lunch request, Paul McCartney delivered a song that Gainsbourg had developed, with him contributing during the studio sessions
00:546. I'll Keep You Satisfied, Billy J. Kramer and The Dakotas
01:00Lennon and Paul McCartney penned this hit for Billy J. Kramer
01:04Lennon later recorded it, reflecting their competitive yet collaborative dynamic
01:085. Woman, Peter and Gordon
01:11Released under the pseudonym Bernard Webb, it proved Paul McCartney's independent songwriting strength, charting successfully beyond Lennon-McCartney recognition
01:204. A World Without Love, Peter and Gordon
01:25Composed at 16, Paul McCartney's song became a global hit for Peter and Gordon, highlighting precocious melodic brilliance
01:333. Goodbye, Mary Hopkin
01:37Written for Mary Hopkin, it nearly topped charts, showcasing Paul McCartney's knack for crafting hits for other artists
01:442. Like Dreamers Do, The Beatles
01:48An early Paul McCartney composition that shaped his confidence, though unused by The Beatles, it influenced his songwriting development
01:551. Come and Get It, Badfinger
01:59Written for the magic Christian, Paul McCartney's demo guided Badfinger's hit
02:04Its catchy melody cemented enduring pop appeal
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