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Beatles Legend Recalls Linda's 'It's Allowed' Wisdom
5 Apr
Summary
- Paul McCartney found freedom in Linda's mantra, 'it's allowed.'
- Linda McCartney's influence shaped Paul's post-Beatles life and music.
- The couple's children have followed artistic paths: Mary, Stella, James.

Paul McCartney recently shared how his late wife, Linda McCartney, profoundly influenced his life and music after The Beatles disbanded. In a documentary, he revealed Linda's mantra, "it's allowed," was instrumental in helping him cope with the breakup.
This encouragement helped McCartney avoid becoming "uptight" during a turbulent time. Linda, whom he met in 1967 and married in 1969, was a significant "freeing influence." She joined him in the band Wings as a keyboardist and vocalist, contributing to their numerous hits.
McCartney expressed admiration for Linda's unstudied vocal talent, noting the authenticity of her harmonies. Their children, Mary, Stella, and James, have also forged careers in the arts, with Mary becoming a photographer, Stella a fashion designer, and James a musician.
Linda McCartney passed away in 1998 at age 58 after a battle with breast cancer, leaving a lasting impact on Paul and their family.