When you are Paul McCartney, the co-writer of tons of classic songs during his bygone Beatle days, you get used to other singers doing those songs. Some of them may be right on the money. Maybe others are not as impressive. But when Vince Gill sang "Let It Be," McCartney's response was generous and sweet. It proved what a classy person he is and has always been.
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This is what happened. Per Taste Of Country, "Last April, The Eagles backed Paul McCartney for a performance of the classic Beatles hit 'Let It Be' during a tribute show for Jimmy Buffett. That meant Gill was onstage with McCartney in front of an audience, playing on a song that was a big part of his own life and musical upbringing."
Vince Gill Warily Performed Paul McCartney's Part On 'Let It Be' During A Rehearsal
For the purpose of a pre-show soundcheck, Gill sang "Let It Be." Perhaps feeling overwhelmed and a bit intimidated by the notion of the ex-Beatle hearing him, Gill tried to dodge that. He failed. Per the outlet via American Songwriter, Gill said, "Sure as hell, he walked in and they didn't tell me. I was singing 'Let It Be' for all it was worth."
McCartney Was Incredibly Gracious To Gill
As Gill recalled it, McCartney was very deferential and amiable about the whole thing. "He came over, gave me a giant hug and said, 'I'll believe you sing that song better than all I do,' I said, 'Well, that's not true, and you know it. But thank you.' It was just cool that he got to hear me sing a little bit of it."
Gill also had a chance to tell McCartney how meaningful that song was to him.
I said, 'You have no idea what this means to me.' I said, 'That's the song that was playing the first time I ever slow danced with a girl.'"
McCartney replied, "Well, I hope it worked out for you."
Gill told him, "'No, it was seventh grade, a little young for that.' But it was really cool."
What a nice encounter they had, and how great that Vince Gill shared it with the rest of us!
You don't deserve even being associated with Amy Grant..you are riding along upon her name and talent because you have none.
You are so ignorant! You don’t have a clue what you’re even talking about! Go back to the hole you crawled out of.
Wow, how ignorant you are, Susanne! Vince Gill is one of the all-time greats in Country music,!!!
Lady you look old enough to no when Vince Gill came out, I no I am. Are you that pathetically jealous because of who he is & became & you're a nobody? Get over yourself. If he wasn't any good then why would The Eagles have him their lead singer for past 8 yrs & why does he have all the awards & trophies he's won from his music before he was even with Amy? He was big before he even met Amy Grant. So Hagatha, do your research before running your mouth bout things you no nothing about.
Outside of being ignorant, pretty dumb & obv can't sing or hear. She's 1 of those people who think they know everything about everyone but in real life knows nothing. People amaze me how stupid they are & have become.
She was kicked out of the hole because insisting she new everything & never or admit she was wrong. So she was no longer wanted in the hole!!!
No you’re just a mean bully. He is an accomplished musician and has an amazing voice. You feel good about yourself??