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Released 50 years ago

Wings over America

Wings · 1976

115 min · 28 tracks · pop rock · soft rock

A vibrant blend of rock anthems and introspective ballads showcasing McCartney's melodic prowess and Wings' dynamic energy.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • introspective ballads for quiet moments
  • sing-along anthems for gatherings
  • vibrant energy for road trips

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer standalone single tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on December 10, 1976, 'Wings over America' marked the peak of Wings' commercial success following their hit album 'Band on the Run.' This live album captured the band at a pivotal moment, just as they were solidifying their reputation post-Beatles and demonstrating Paul McCartney's evolution as a solo artist.
Stylistic neighbors
Fleetwood Mac· The Eagles· Simon & Garfunkel

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Venus and Mars / Rock Show / Jet 10:19
  • 2 Let Me Roll It 3:44
  • 3 Spirits of Ancient Egypt 4:05
  • 4 Medicine Jar 4:06
  • 5 Maybe I’m Amazed 5:20
  • 6 Call Me Back Again 5:15
  • 7 Lady Madonna 2:37
  • 8 The Long and Winding Road 4:28
  • 9 Live and Let Die 3:34
  • 10 Picasso’s Last Words 1:53
  • 11 Richard Cory 3:05
  • 12 Bluebird 3:43
  • 13 I’ve Just Seen a Face 2:11
  • 14 Blackbird 2:27
  • 15 Yesterday 1:49

Disc 2

  • 1 You Gave Me the Answer 2:06
  • 2 Magneto and Titanium Man 3:21
  • 3 Go Now 3:46
  • 4 My Love 4:14
  • 5 Listen to What the Man Said 3:40
  • 6 Let ’Em In 4:08
  • 7 Time to Hide 4:55
  • 8 Silly Love Songs 6:05
  • 9 Beware My Love 4:58
  • 10 Letting Go 4:33
  • 11 Band on the Run 5:46
  • 12 Hi Hi Hi 3:48
  • 13 Soily 5:44

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