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Beatles' Hits Secretly French? New Novel Claims Woman Wrote Them
18 Sep
Summary
- A French novel suggests a woman wrote the iconic Beatles songs.
- The fictional plot claims she sought revenge for male dominance in rock.
- Yvonne McKenzie's melodies allegedly inspired hits like 'Love Me Do'.
French author Michel Bussi, known for his bestselling thrillers, has released 'Code Yesterday,' a novel offering a fictional reinterpretation of The Beatles' musical legacy. Bussi posits that every song attributed to the Fab Four was, in fact, penned by a woman of French descent.
This imaginative plot centers on Yvonne McKenzie, a character Bussi suggests was inspired by a fictional connection to 'Eleanor Rigby.' According to the novel's narrative, McKenzie, a customs inspector with French and English heritage, developed a crush on John Lennon and Paul McCartney. After experiencing their indifference, she began humming melodies that McCartney allegedly incorporated into early hits like 'Love Me Do.'
The novel details an unconventional collaboration where McKenzie provided melodies over the phone, contributing to songs such as 'I Feel Fine' and 'Can't Buy Me Love.' This literary conceit serves as Bussi's way to acknowledge the historical absence of women in classic rock bands, framing McKenzie's hidden contributions as a form of "revenge."
Bussi's research for 'Code Yesterday' involved extensive study of Beatles lore and the 1960s music scene. The novel touches upon enigmatic aspects of the band's history, including the deaths of Stuart Sutcliffe and Brian Epstein. It culminates with a twist, where McKenzie's story gains traction, suggesting a hidden truth behind the legendary band's success.
