Paul McCartney sat at the piano, the Eagles gathered behind him — and suddenly “Let It Be” became something far more personal than a Beatles classic. At the Hollywood Bowl tribute to Jimmy Buffett, McCartney revealed that he had sung songs for his longtime friend during the final week of Buffett’s life. Then he chose to play one of them again, this time before an arena filled with people who loved and missed him. With the Eagles backing him, Paul turned “Let It Be” into a quiet, heartbreaking farewell to a friend he remembered for his generosity, humor and extraordinary love of life. The story behind this unforgettable performance makes it even more emotional.
Paul McCartney Joins the Eagles for Emotional “Let It Be” Performance at Jimmy Buffett Tribute Concert Paul McCartney helped turn a star-studded tribute to Jimmy Buffett into an especially poignant moment when he joined the Eagles for a moving performance of the Beatles classic “Let It Be” at the Hollywood Bowl. Before sitting down at … Read more