John Reminds a Forgetful Paul of the Opening Lyrics to ‘I’m Down’ in the Most Beatle-y Way Possible

John Reminds a Forgetful Paul of the Opening Lyrics to ‘I’m Down’ in the Most Beatle-y Way Possible — A Rare and Tender Glimpse into the Magical Chemistry That Made The Beatles Unstoppable, Captured in Munich on June 24, 1966

In a fleeting but unforgettable moment captured during The Beatles’ 1966 stop in Munich, John Lennon did what only John could do—jogged Paul McCartney’s memory with a dash of sarcasm, a spark of mischief, and a whole lot of love.

It happened just before launching into their raucous, high-energy track “I’m Down.” Paul, poised at the keys, hesitated. A rare pause. A blink of uncertainty. And there was John—ever watchful, ever ready—leaning in with a sly grin and a muttered line: “You forget the bloody words, Paulie?” Then, effortlessly, he fed Paul the opener: “You tell lies thinking I can’t see…” Cue Paul’s signature smirk, the crowd’s eruption, and another seamless launch into Beatles magic.

This small moment, now lovingly unearthed by superfans on The Beatles 4Ever Page 🍏, is more than just a fun footnote in Beatles lore. It’s a vivid snapshot of what made John and Paul’s creative bond so special—playful, intuitive, and built on years of friendship that transcended fame.

Captured on June 24, 1966, amid the whirlwind of their final world tour, it’s these behind-the-scenes glimpses—unscripted, unsensationalized—that remind fans why The Beatles are still beloved more than half a century later. They weren’t just the world’s biggest band—they were four lads who had each other’s backs, even on stage in front of thousands.

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Forever Fab. Forever Beatles.

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