Paul McCartney: 40 career highlights on his birthday

On former Beatle Paul McCartney's 70th birthday, here are 40 memorable moments from his musical life.

10. 'Penny Lane' ('Magical Mystery Tour,' 1967)

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The flipside of the coin to Lennon's dark and moody 'Strawberry Fields,' Penny Lane defines McCartney: upbeat, nostalgic, a little corny, melodic, and polished to a fine sheen. The piccolo trumpet solo was another inspired McCartney flourish.

In Penny Lane there is a barber showing photographs
Of every head he's had the pleasure to know
And all the people that come and go
Stop and say hello

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