Overview

• Paul McCartney described an 'embarrassing' stage fright incident during one of The Beatles' early shows, which made him reconsider his role within the band.
• Initially aspiring to be the lead guitarist, McCartney's failure during a solo performance led to George Harrison taking over the role.
• Despite the setback, McCartney continued to play the guitar in the band but avoided solos, focusing on bass and vocals alongside John Lennon.
• The incident was discussed in McCartney's podcast 'McCartney: A Life in Lyrics', where he explores the stories behind some of his iconic songs.
• The Beatles, often referred to as the 'Fab Four', went on to become one of the most successful bands in history.