In 1968, John Lennon and his wife Cynthia were separating. During that time, Paul McCartney visited Cynthia and Julian to comfort them. Julian, who was five years old at the time, was having a difficult time coping with his parents’ separation.
While driving to the Lennons’ home, McCartney reflected on how Julian must have been feeling. This inspired him to write a song to cheer the boy up. The song became “Hey Jude” (originally titled “Hey Jules,” Julian’s nickname). McCartney later changed the name to “Jude” because it sounded better.
The song, which encourages Julian not to feel sad and to “take a sad song and make it better,” became one of The Beatles’ greatest hits. Despite its simplicity, the song carried a profound message of support and comfort, born from McCartney’s empathy for young Julian.
Many years later, Julian Lennon publicly acknowledged how meaningful it was to know that such an iconic song had been written for him during a challenging time in his life. This anecdote not only highlights the human side of The Beatles but also demonstrates the lasting impact music can have as a form of emotional support.
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