What drives the most successful composer in pop history to keep innovating?
In short: Watch a rare, one-off conversation between actor Idris Elba and music icon Paul McCartney. Recorded in London during 2020, this exclusive interview explores the creative mechanics behind some of the world's most enduring songs.
Idris Elba interviews McCartney to explore his prolific output as a musician and producer. The discussion centers on McCartney’s specific writing process and what inspires him to continue innovating decades into his career.
This conversation takes place as McCartney prepared for the release of McCartney III, his 26th post-Beatles album. On this project, he took on the singular task of playing every instrument while writing and recording every song himself.
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