McCartney III
Paul McCartney · 2020
44 min · 11 tracks · classical music
An intimate collection of experimental melodies and reflective lyrics, showcasing McCartney's enduring creativity during a time of global uncertainty.
Top tracks — play these first
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Long Tailed Winter Bird Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Find My Way — This track features an upbeat melody paired with themes of resilience and hope, encapsulating the spirit of navigating challenges during uncertain times.
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Deep Deep Feeling — An expansive and emotional piece that stretches over eight minutes, it showcases McCartney's exploration of complex emotions through intricate instrumental layers.
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Women and Wives — The song's poignant lyrics and minimalist arrangement highlight McCartney's storytelling ability, reflecting on relationships with a contemplative tone.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases McCartney's creativity through varied arrangements and thoughtful sequencing.
What we noticed
- Tracks like 'Deep Deep Feeling' extend beyond six minutes, allowing for gradual development and exploration of themes.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- reflective moments of quiet introspection
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- gentle melodies for afternoon calm
- immersive listening in solitude
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy party tracks
- prefer instant gratification over depth
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Showcases McCartney's creativity and relevance in a late-career context.
- Themes
- COVID-19 isolation· artistic independence· reflective soundscapes
- Career context
- Released on December 18, 2020, 'McCartney III' marked Paul McCartney's first solo album in five years and the conclusion of his self-titled trilogy. This album came at a unique moment in McCartney's career, as he embraced a DIY ethos by recording the entire project alone during the COVID-19 pandemic, reflecting personal introspection and artistic freedom.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Wings· The Beach Boys· David Bowie
Tracklist
- 1 Long Tailed Winter Bird Start here 5:17
- 2 Find My Way 3:55
- 3 Pretty Boys 3:01
- 4 Women and Wives 2:52
- 5 Lavatory Lil 2:23
- 6 Slidin’ 3:23
- 7 Deep Deep Feeling 8:26
- 8 The Kiss of Venus 3:06
- 9 Seize the Day 3:21
- 10 Deep Down 5:53
- 11 Winter Bird/When Winter Comes 3:12
If this landed
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Features rich harmonies and reflective lyrics, creating a serene atmosphere amid personal and universal themes.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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