TOP   APC   PEAK   title     YEAR  
  1   60   8   IMAGINE JOHN LENNON   1971  
  2   225   125   FOURFIVESECONDS RIHANNA & KANYE WEST FEATURING PAUL MCCARTNEY   2015  
  3   797   144   MULL OF KINTYRE PAUL MCCARTNEY & WINGS   1977  
  4   916   793   HAPPY X-MAS (WAR IS OVER) JOHN LENNON & PLASTIC ONO BAND   1972  
  5   924   230   MY SWEET LORD GEORGE HARRISON   1970  
  6   1092   172   BAND ON THE RUN PAUL MCCARTNEY & WINGS   1974  
  7   2345   1026   WOMAN JOHN LENNON   1981  
  8   2553   1057   WHAT IS LIFE GEORGE HARRISON   1971  
  9   2728   1196   WE ALL STAND TOGETHER PAUL MCCARTNEY & THE FROG CHORUS   1985  
  10   3152   1357   WORKING CLASS HERO JOHN LENNON   1971  
  11   3154   1251   BANGLADESH GEORGE HARRISON   1971  
  12   3213   3213   WONDERFUL CHRISTMAS TIME PAUL MCCARTNEY   1979  
  13   3231   1317   GIVE PEACE A CHANCE JOHN LENNON & PLASTIC ONO BAND   1969  
  14   3239   1207   GOT MY MIND SET ON YOU GEORGE HARRISON   1987  
  15   3398   1298   ANOTHER DAY PAUL MCCARTNEY & WINGS   1971  
  16   3442   806   EBONY AND IVORY PAUL MCCARTNEY & STEVIE WONDER   1982  
  17   4589   1526   PHOTOGRAPH RINGO STARR   1973  
  18   4779   1627   INSTANT KARMA JOHN LENNON   1970  
  19   5063   2421   LIVE AND LET DIE PAUL MCCARTNEY & WINGS   1973  
  20   6115   2532  
MOTHER
JOHN LENNON   1971  
  21   6141   1586   HI HI HI PAUL MCCARTNEY & WINGS   1972  
  22   6458   3042   MY LOVE PAUL MCCARTNEY & WINGS   1973  
  23   6736   2077   JUST LIKE STARTING OVER JOHN LENNON   1980  
  24   6997   1951   GIVE ME LOVE GIVE ME PEACE ON EARTH GEORGE HARRISON   1973  
  25   7709   1633   SAY SAY SAY MICHAEL JACKSON & PAUL MCCARTNEY   1983  
  26   7930   2884   HOPE OF DELIVERANCE PAUL MCCARTNEY   1993  
  27   8053   2907   MRS. VANDERBILT PAUL MCCARTNEY & WINGS   1974  
  28   9092   1994   WITH A LITTLE LUCK PAUL MCCARTNEY & WINGS   1978  
  29   9254   7402   ONLY ONE KANYE WEST FEATURING PAUL MCCARTNEY   2015  
  30   9775   3118   ONCE UPON A LONG AGO PAUL MCCARTNEY   1987  
  31   10118   2916   SILLY LOVE SONGS PAUL MCCARTNEY & WINGS   1976  
  32   10363   3923   JET PAUL MCCARTNEY & WINGS   1974  
  33   10774   3066   I'VE HAD ENOUGH PAUL MCCARTNEY & WINGS   1978  
  34   10905   3065   DELIVER YOUR CHILDREN PAUL MCCARTNEY & WINGS   1978  
  35   10928   4481   THE GIRL IS MINE MICHAEL JACKSON & PAUL MCCARTNEY   1982  
  36   11016   3126   POWER TO THE PEOPLE JOHN LENNON & PLASTIC ONO BAND   1971  
  37   11523   3656   IT DON'T COME EASY RINGO STARR   1971  
  38   12202   3829   BACK OFF BOOGALOO RINGO STARR   1972  
  39   12629   2931   YOU'RE SIXTEEN RINGO STARR   1974  
  40   12784   4127   MY BRAVE FACE PAUL MCCARTNEY   1989  
  41   13056   6549   JEALOUS GUY JOHN LENNON   1971  
  42   13306   4245   DING DONG GEORGE HARRISON   1975  
  43   13334   6974   MAYBE I'M AMAZED PAUL MCCARTNEY & WINGS   1970  
  44   13634   4379   EAT AT HOME PAUL & LINDA MCCARTNEY   1971  
  45   13957   4897   NOBODY TOLD ME JOHN LENNON   1984  
  46   14367   3331   COMING UP PAUL MCCARTNEY   1980  
  47   14457   4305   MIND GAMES JOHN LENNON   1973  
  48   14856   3334   LISTEN TO WHAT THE MAN SAID PAUL MCCARTNEY & WINGS   1975  
  49   15727   5233  
MARY HAD A LITTLE LAMB
PAUL MCCARTNEY & WINGS   1972  
  50   16186   5810   GOODNIGHT TONIGHT PAUL MCCARTNEY & WINGS   1979  
                       
                       
  John Lennon

After the breakup of The Beatles in 1970, John Lennon embarked on a solo career that reflected his artistic and personal growth. His first solo album, "John Lennon/Plastic Ono Band", was released later that year and showcased a raw, minimalist style influenced by therapy and introspection. The album featured songs like "Mother", "Working Class Hero", and "God", in which he confronted his past and fame.

In 1971, he released "Imagine", an album that embodied his political and social ideals. The title track became a global symbol of peace and hope. During this time, Lennon moved with Yoko Ono to New York City, where he played an active role in the anti-war movement. He befriended activists and became a vocal critic of the Vietnam War, drawing the attention of Nixon’s administration, which attempted to deport him.

Lennon and Ono continued to experiment with music, but their relationship temporarily ended in 1973. During Lennon’s so-called Lost Weekend—a nearly two-year period of drinking, partying, and musical collaborations—he worked with artists such as Elton John and David Bowie. He released albums like "Mind Games" (1973) and "Walls and Bridges" (1974), reflecting his personal struggles and desire for reconciliation with Yoko.

In 1975, he reunited with Yoko Ono, and after the birth of their son Sean, he withdrew from the music scene to focus on his family. He spent five years as a devoted father in their apartment in the Dakota Building in New York. During this time, he found inner peace and enjoyed fatherhood.

Lennon returned in 1980 with "Double Fantasy", an album that showcased his renewed love and optimism. It featured songs like "(Just Like) Starting Over", "Woman", and "Watching the Wheels". The album was well received, and he felt excited about the future. Tragically, on December 8, 1980, he was shot by Mark David Chapman outside his apartment in New York, just three weeks after the release of "Double Fantasy".

His legacy lives on through his music and his message of peace and love. He was posthumously honored with multiple awards, and his influence on pop music and culture remains undeniable.


Paul McCartney

Paul found himself at a crucial turning point in his career. Determined to continue his musical journey, he released his first solo album, McCartney, that same year, playing almost all the instruments himself. The album featured the classic song "Maybe I'm Amazed," a heartfelt tribute to his wife, Linda McCartney.

McCartney did not want to continue solely as a solo artist, so in 1971, he formed the band Wings with Linda and Denny Laine. The early years were a search for a stable lineup, but with the album Band on the Run, Wings finally broke through. This album was largely recorded in Lagos, Nigeria, where McCartney faced technical difficulties and even a violent robbery. Despite the challenges, Band on the Run became one of his most successful albums. Wings dominated the 1970s with hits like "Live and Let Die," written for the James Bond film of the same name, and "Silly Love Songs." McCartney and his band toured extensively, including a legendary concert in 1976 at the Kingdome in Seattle, one of the first stadium rock concerts in history.

After Wings disbanded in 1981, McCartney focused entirely on his solo career. He experimented with different styles and collaborated with icons such as Stevie Wonder on "Ebony and Ivory" and Michael Jackson on "Say Say Say." His album Flowers in the Dirt marked a creative resurgence and led to his first world tour since his time with The Beatles. McCartney expanded his musical horizons by composing classical works like Liverpool Oratorio, while remaining active in pop music with albums like Flaming Pie, inspired by his work on The Beatles Anthology. In 1997, he was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II, recognizing his immense contribution to music.

In the 2000s, McCartney continued to innovate. Chaos and Creation in the Backyard was praised for its introspective and refined sound. He performed at the Live 8 concert and opened the London 2012 Olympics with a spectacular rendition of "Hey Jude." McCartney remained relevant with albums like Egypt Station and McCartney III, where he once again played all the instruments himself. He collaborated with Kanye West and Rihanna on "FourFiveSeconds" and continued to perform worldwide. In 2022, he embarked on a major tour across America and Europe, celebrating his 80th birthday with a performance at Glastonbury. His influence on music remains undeniable, and he is regarded as one of the most beloved and influential musicians of all time.


George Harrison

After the end of The Beatles, George Harrison embarked on a solo career that reflected his spiritual and musical journey. His first solo album, "All Things Must Pass," became a masterpiece and immediately established him as a serious solo artist. The triple album included songs such as "My Sweet Lord," which carried a deep spiritual charge and reflected his fascination with Hinduism. The song became a massive success but also brought him legal trouble due to its similarity to "He's So Fine" by The Chiffons. Harrison later joked that he had unconsciously committed plagiarism, but the lawsuit continued to haunt him.

In the 1970s, Harrison grew into one of the most respected musicians of his time. His passion for Indian music and philosophy only strengthened, and in 1971, he organized the "Concert for Bangladesh," one of the first major charity concerts in music history. Together with Ravi Shankar, Bob Dylan, Eric Clapton, and many others, he raised money for the victims of famine in Bangladesh. This initiative was groundbreaking and set a precedent for future charity concerts.

His later albums, such as "Living in the Material World" and "Thirty Three & 1/3," showcased his versatility, though they did not achieve the same commercial success as his debut. However, Harrison remained true to his own musical and spiritual path. In 1978, he suffered a heavy blow when his close friend and former Beatles manager, Mal Evans, unexpectedly passed away. Harrison later wrote that the loss of loved ones helped deepen his spiritual insights.

The 1980s were a period in which he increasingly withdrew from the music industry. He found great joy in his passion for gardening and spent more and more time at his estate, Friar Park. However, he made a comeback in 1987 with the successful album "Cloud Nine," which included the hit "Got My Mind Set on You." The album was produced by Jeff Lynne, and their collaboration eventually led to the formation of the supergroup The Traveling Wilburys, alongside Bob Dylan, Tom Petty, Roy Orbison, and Lynne. This group released two albums and proved that Harrison, despite his reservations about the music industry, could still create relevant and beloved music.

A tragic turning point in his life occurred in 1999 when he was attacked by an intruder in his home. Although he survived the attack, it had a profound impact on him. Toward the end of his life, he was diagnosed with lung cancer, and he spent much time with family and friends. Harrison passed away on November 29, 2001, in Los Angeles. His legacy lives on, not only as a musician but also as a visionary who managed to blend the boundaries of pop music and spirituality. His music and philosophy continue to inspire many generations.


Ringo Starr

Ringo Starr may have been the most underestimated member of the band. He was the drummer, the one with the dry humor, the Beatle who rarely took center stage. But Ringo didn’t let that discourage him. He enthusiastically launched his solo career and proved he was more than just the rhythmic backbone of the greatest band in the world.

His first solo ventures were surprising. In 1970, he released Sentimental Journey, an album full of jazz and pop standards he had heard as a child. Shortly afterward, Beaucoups of Blues followed, a country album recorded in Nashville. It was a bold move, but Ringo had always had a soft spot for country music. Still, it wasn’t until 1971 that he truly found his own sound with the single It Don't Come Easy, a song he co-wrote with George Harrison. It became a hit and established him as a serious solo artist.

In the years that followed, he scored big successes with songs like Photograph, You're Sixteen, and Back Off Boogaloo. His 1973 album Ringo was a highlight, featuring contributions from his old friends John, Paul, and George. It was the closest the world would ever come to a Beatles reunion. But despite his musical achievements, Ringo struggled with the shadow of his past. The Beatles had been a phenomenon, and it was hard to break free from that legacy.

The 1980s were a turbulent time. His albums sold less well, and he became increasingly entangled in a lifestyle of partying and drinking. In 1980, he received four songs from John Lennon for a new album, but Lennon’s tragic murder abruptly halted those plans. It was a devastating blow. Eventually, Ringo realized he needed to change his life. Together with his wife, Barbara Bach, he sought help and managed to overcome his addiction.

In 1989, he found a new way to make music: he formed Ringo Starr and His All-Starr Band, a rotating group of rock legends who toured together. The concept was simple—everyone played their own hits, and Ringo performed his classics. It was a success, and since then, he has traveled the world with various lineups.

Ringo continued releasing albums, such as Time Takes Time, Vertical Man, and Give More Love. He remained true to his optimistic, playful style and embraced his role as a rock 'n' roll veteran. In 2015, he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a solo artist, recognizing his unique contribution to the music industry. And despite his age, he continues to perform, always with a smile and a raised peace sign. Because as he once sang, With a Little Help from My Friends, he keeps going.