To celebrate the legendary Paul McCartney’s 80th birthday, Sean Ono Lennon picked up his guitar and delivered something truly special — a tender, acoustic version of Here, There and Everywhere. Shared on June 18, 2022, the performance wasn’t just a tribute; it was a moment filled with love, legacy, and emotion.
With just his voice and guitar, Sean brought the timeless Beatles ballad to life in a way that felt raw and deeply personal. It wasn’t perfect — and that’s what made it so moving. In his caption, Sean admitted, “This version is a bit rough because it’s such a pretty song I kept getting choked up and starting again.”
He continued, “A little birdy told me this was one of your favorite Beatles tunes, so Happy Birthday. Thank you for all the beautiful music. You have mine and the whole world’s undying love and respect.”
Sean, the son of John Lennon and Yoko Ono, shares a unique connection with McCartney — not just as fellow musicians, but as part of a lasting bond between Beatles past and present. Paul has often spoken warmly of Sean, seeing him as a link to his close friend and bandmate, John.
Here, There and Everywhere holds a special place in McCartney’s heart. Written in 1966 for Revolver, the song was inspired by The Beach Boys’ Pet Sounds, particularly God Only Knows. Paul has called it one of the most beautiful songs he’s ever written.
“I sat out by the pool on one of the sun chairs with my guitar and started strumming in E,” Paul once recalled. “By the time [John] woke up, I had pretty much written the song, so we took it indoors and finished it together.”
Sean’s tribute reminded the world not just of a beautiful song, but of the enduring magic of friendship, family, and music that spans generations. It was more than a birthday gift — it was a love letter to a legend.