BLACKBIIRD

About this song

Paul McCartney, a member of The Beatles and the writer of the original song, has commented on its lyrics. The text presents this version as part of an album meant to give black people, and especially black women, greater freedom to succeed in country music.

What it's about

McCartney has said the song was written as a message to a black woman facing hardships in the United States, encouraging her to keep trying and keep her faith, because there is hope.

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Fun facts

• It's actually a cover of “B”.
• Covered once, including “BLACKBIIRD (Cover) by Ethan”.
• Written by Lennon–McCartney, John Lennon and Paul McCartney.
• Produced by Beyoncé and Paul McCartney.
• Recorded at Westlake Recording Studios (West Hollywood.