Dear Boy

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About Dear Boy

"Dear Boy" is a song from the Paul McCartney album Ram. Credited to Paul and Linda McCartney, the song was written during the couple's lengthy holiday on their farm in the Mull of Kintyre. The lyrics were written by Paul about how lucky he was to have Linda.


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I guess you never knew, dear boy, what you had found,
I guess you never knew, dear boy, that she was just the cutest thing around.
I guess you never knew what you had found, dear boy.

I guess you never saw, dear boy that love was there,
And maybe when you look too hard, dear boy, you never do become aware.
I guess you never did become aware, dear boy.

When I stepped in, my heart was down and out,
But her love came through and brought me round,
Got me up and about.

I hope you never know, dear boy, how much you missed,
And even when you fall in love, dear boy, 
It won't be half as good as this

I hope you never know how much you missed,
Dear boy, how much you missed, dear boy

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Paul McCartney

Sir James Paul McCartney MBE (born 18 June 1942) is an English musician, singer, songwriter, and composer. With John Lennon, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr, he gained worldwide fame as a member of the Beatles, and his collaboration with Lennon is one of the most celebrated songwriting partnerships of the 20th century. After the group's break-up, he pursued a solo career, later forming the band Wings with his first wife, Linda, and singer-songwriter Denny Laine. more »

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Written by: LINDA MCCARTNEY, PAUL MCCARTNEY

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10 facts about this song

Song Release
"Dear Boy" is a song by Paul McCartney from his second solo album, "Ram," which was released in 1971.
Song Lyrics and Theme
The song lyrics express that McCartney's current wife, Linda McCartney, is superior to a previous love interest who didn't appreciate her when they were together. - It is seen as Paul’s response to those who did not approve of Linda when Paul married her.
Writing and Production
This song is written by both Paul and Linda McCartney, making it a collaborative effort. - Production of the song involved complex vocal overlays on top of a piano chord progression, resulting in a unique sound.
Upload to Streaming Platforms
"Dear Boy" along with the rest of the "Ram" album was uploaded on Spotify for digital streaming in June 2012.
Notable Performances
McCartney performed the song live for the first time in London on 5th December 2018.
Music Style
The song intertwines the theme of lost love into a pop music style that was innovative for its time. - It features dense harmonies that have often been compared to The Beach Boys’ style.
Song Review
Even though it is one of the lesser-known songs from the "Ram" album, "Dear Boy" has nevertheless garnered praise for its complex harmonies and emotional lyrics.
Reaction from John Lennon
McCartney's former Beatles bandmate John Lennon originally thought "Dear Boy" was about him. However, McCartney clarified in an interview that the song was actually about Linda's former husband.
Album Release
At the time of release, the "Ram" album and the songs in it (including "Dear Boy") received mixed reviews from critics but have since been reassessed positively.
Reimagining of the Song
The song has been reimagined and covered by different artists, providing a variety of interpretations and styles. One example is The Beach Boys band member Brian Wilson's cover of "Dear Boy."

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