Paul McCartney has compared Taylor Swift’s global fame to the extraordinary popularity once enjoyed by The Beatles during the 1960s.
Speaking during an appearance on the radio programme Tracks Of My Years, McCartney said he could see strong parallels between Swift’s worldwide success and the level of hysteria surrounding The Beatles at the height of their fame.
However, he added that Swift did not need any advice from him because she already appeared to be handling her career extremely well.
McCartney joked that he saw himself as an “older brother” or even a “granddad” to the current generation of music stars. He said he would gladly offer guidance if Swift ever asked for it, but believed she was already doing an excellent job managing her fame and career.
The legendary musician also revealed that he met Swift at a party hosted by his wife Nancy Shevell and daughter Stella McCartney. The gathering was attended by several leading young artists, including Billie Eilish and Olivia Rodrigo.
McCartney praised the younger generation of performers, calling them “really cool people” and complimenting their voices and musical abilities. He said he admired their talent and would be happy to support them if they ever sought advice.
The comments come shortly after McCartney spoke publicly about handling fame. Appearing on The Rest Is Entertainment podcast, he explained that he and his Beatles bandmates initially enjoyed being recognised in public because achieving fame had been their goal. He said they gradually learned how to manage life in the spotlight over time.
Despite his comfort with fame, McCartney admitted he still prefers not to take selfies with fans when approached in public. (IANS)
