Sir Paul McCartney's Initial Impression of Inspirational Scots Farm: A Surprising Revelation

2023-10-21 10:36:04

Dull of Kintyre: Beatles Legend Sir Paul McCartney's Initial Impression of Idyllic Scots Farm that Inspired No1 Hit

Despite its rugged scenery and misty glens that provided the inspiration for a hit single that held the number one spot for nine weeks, Sir Paul McCartney initially viewed the Kintyre peninsula as 'a dump' and purchased a house there 'begrudgingly'.

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In a new podcast, 'McCartney: A Life in Lyrics' with Paul Mundoon, the former Beatle admitted that he only bought High Park Farm in the remote area on the advice of his accountant, when he saw that it was 'falling apart'.

Sir Paul McCartney with late wife, Linda at High Park Farm on the Mull of Kintyre during the 70s

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However, the farm grew on him and Sir Paul stated that it 'allowed him to be a man' as he engaged in tasks like mending fences and being a handyman.

In his book 'The Lyrics', Sir Paul emphasized the impact Scotland had on him and his family, stating, 'We really found ourselves in Scotland.'

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Number One Hit: 'Mull of Kintyre'

The hit single, 'Mull of Kintyre,' released in 1977, spent nine weeks at the top of the UK charts and became the first single to sell over two million copies in Britain.

Sir Paul purchased High Park Farm, a run-down farmhouse with three bedrooms and 183 acres of land, in 1966, encouraged by his then-girlfriend Jane Asher. However, it was only after marrying Linda in 1969 that the farm became a true home for the couple and their children.

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Reflecting on Linda's influence, Sir Paul shared, 'She opened my eyes to how beautiful it was. It allowed me to see another side of myself.'

The farm provided Sir Paul and his family with a sense of freedom, allowing them to try new things and immerse themselves in nature and everyday family life.

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