Paul McCartney and Bruce Springsteen reunite during Liverpool concert: Here’s their setlist
ng man from Liverpool – who’s gonna dance with us tonight,” said Bruce. “I think he’s got a lot of talent, and I believe he’s going to be going places. So let’s bring out Sir Paul McCartney.” The two superstars played a cover of The Beatles’ ‘Can’t Buy Me Love’, followed by ‘Kansas City’.
The second song, ‘Kansas City’, is a Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller classic first performed by Little Willie Littlefield, made famous by Little Richard, and later covered by The Beatles on their album ‘Beatles For Sale’ as part of their ‘Kansas City/Hey-Hey-Hey-Hey’ medley. A fan named Sebastian Ayling shared that “Last night was biblical… Bruce and the band were on fire and seeing Sir Paul was such a privilege.” The anticipation for the duet started the day before the show when Bruce and Sir Paul visited the Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts (LIPA) in the city.
LIPA expressed their gratitude on Instagram saying, “Thanks to Bruce Springsteen for sharing rich insights with our students,” and acknowledged Paul McCartney for his generosity and passion as he introduced Bruce to LIPA, calling it “a truly incredible day.”
Paul McCartney and Bruce Springsteen’s ongoing collaborations demonstrate their mutual respect and admiration for each other’s talent. Despite the challenges of a disrupted live performance, they have continued to support and showcase each other’s music, delighting fans with surprise duets and covers of iconic songs like The Beatles’ classics.
The recent duet at Liverpool’s Anfield stadium marked another unforgettable moment in the long-standing friendship between these two music legends. The live performance of ‘Can’t Buy Me Love’ and ‘Kansas City’ showcased their timeless artistry and showcased the power of music to bring people together in celebration and joy.
As Paul McCartney and Bruce Springsteen continue to make music history with their impromptu collaborations, fans eagerly anticipate more unexpected onstage reunions that showcase their enduring friendship and the magic they create when they come together to share their love of music with the world. Paul and Bruce’s duets remind audiences of the everlasting impact music can have and the joy it brings to both performers and listeners alike.