New
Paul McCartney
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Don't look at me It's way too soon to see What's gonna be Don't look at me All my life I never knew What I could be, what I could do Then we were new You came along And made my life a song One lucky day You came along Just in time Well I was searching for a rock You came along Then we were new We can do what we want We can live as we choose You see there's no guarantee We got nothing to lose Don't look at me I can't deny the truth It's plain to see Don't look at me All my life I never knew What I could be, what I could do Then we were new We can do what we want We can live as we choose You see there's no guarantee We got nothing to lose Don't look at me It's way too soon to see What's gonna be Don't look at me All my life I never knew What I could be, what I could do Then we were new Then we were new Now we are new
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Written by: PAUL MCCARTNEY
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14 facts about this song
Background"New" is the first single and title track from Paul McCartney's 16th studio album released in 2013, showcasing McCartney's legendary songwriting talent and distinctive musical style.
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GenreIt belongs to the genres of Pop and Rock, with comparisons drawn to some of the iconic pop sounds of The Beatles.
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ProductionThe song was produced by Mark Ronson, who is also known for his work with Amy Winehouse and Bruno Mars.
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Chart PerformanceUpon release, "New" peaked at number 15 on the UK Singles Chart and number 18 on the Billboard Hot Rock Songs chart in the United States.
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Musical StyleThe song is characterized by its upbeat tempo, catchy melody, and the use of McCartney's signature "Hofner" Bass, with the addition of a horn section that adds a fresh flavor to this track.
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LyricsThe lyrics of "New" talks about McCartney's relationship with his wife, Nancy Shevell, celebrating the rejuvenating power of love and new beginnings.
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Critical ReceptionCritics gave the song mainly positive reviews, often praising its warm, nostalgic feel reminiscent of Beatles-era McCartney.
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Live PerformancesMcCartney gave the first live performance of "New" on the "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" show in September 2013, shutting down a portion of Hollywood Boulevard for the concert.
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Music VideoThe music video for "New," directed by Simon Aboud, is a magical mystery tour around the surreal world, providing a whimsical backdrop to the song’s whimsical lyrics and melody.
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Pop Culture SignificanceOne of the interesting facts about "New" is that it was used in a commercial for the 2014 Japanese animated film "Stand by Me Doraemon."
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Recording ProcessMcCartney chose to use vintage gear for recording the track, resulting in a sound that harked back to his Beatles and Wings days, yet felt fresh and modern.
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Songwriting"New" is a testament to McCartney's longevity and relevance in the music world, showcasing his undeniable skills as a songwriter over half a century into his career.
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LegacyDespite not being as commercially successful as some of his other hits, "New" stands as an important addition to McCartney's extensive discography, underscoring his enduring popularity and innovation as a musician.
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Cover Version"New" was covered by Barry Gibb of the Bee Gees for the 2014 tribute album "The Art of McCartney".
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