Who is the most likable Beatle?

People who said they loved at least one Beatle were asked which of those they love is their favorite. McCartney tops this list as well, by a bigger margin: 45% say he is their favorite. Lennon earns 27% of the vote, while Harrison (17%) and Starr (11%) take third and fourth place.
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Who is considered the best Beatle?

An analysis of the median number of song counts shows some interesting facts:
  • Paul was the most popular Beatle! His median stream count is almost double that of John's. ...
  • George's songs are much less popular than either Paul's or John's. ...
  • Ringo's songs are the least streamed.
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Which Beatle was abusive?

John Lennon opened up a little more about the song and how it allowed him to reflect on his past abuse behaviour: “I couldn't express myself and I hit. I fought men and I hit women.
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Which Beatle is quietest?

George Harrison at 75: How the quietest Beatle became the most popular one of all. The timeless legacy of Harrison is as strong as ever in the streaming age.
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Who was the biggest womanizer in The Beatles?

He was affectionately known as 'the quiet Beatle'. But George Harrison was in fact a womaniser, whose love of the opposite sex almost ruined his 23-year-marriage, a new documentary has revealed.
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Which Beatle member was the best Musician in group



Who introvert in The Beatles?

A brooder and introvert, George Harrison always seemed to be in the shadows of the alpha males John Lennon and Paul McCartney during his time with The Beatles.
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Who did The Beatles admire?

Three great influences that shaped The Beatles' music include Buddy Holly, Little Richard, and The one and only King, Elvis Presley. While all three of these musicians impacted The Beatles strongly, Elvis' style, sound, and all around charisma left a lasting impression on all four of the young, eager members.
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Which Beatle beat their wives?

John Lennon hit his first wife, Cynthia Powell, in the early days of their relationship at Art College. Cynthia and John had been dating a few months when he slapped her. They were at a party and Cynthia had been dancing with one of John's friends, ignoring him.
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Who is the most forgotten Beatle?

Pete Best - the forgotten Beatle

He played drums with The Beatles for two years before he was thrown out of the band, never to have contact with them again. After the initial shock, Pete Best built a quiet, normal life for himself.
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Which Beatle was the best solo?

Once again, McCartney leads the group with nine number-one charting singles. Perhaps surprising to some is that George Harrison ranks second in the most amount of number-one singles as a solo Beatle.
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Which Beatle was addicted to drugs?

As mentioned, John Lennon was a world-famous musician and member of the Beatles. He was also a heroin addict. In the late 1960s, when heroin use began to increase in popularity, Lennon started using the drug recreationally. Lennon's heroin use led to him becoming addicted to the drug.
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Which of The Beatles had a mental illness?

Sir Paul McCartney didn't have "much time" to have mental health problems at the height of his musical fame. The 78-year-old Beatles legend admitted fame has had an impact on his wellbeing, causing him to turn to alcohol, but he refused to allow himself to wallow in his low feelings and became his "own psychiatrist".
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Who was the rebellious Beatle?

John Lennon: Rebel Beatle. Lennon dared people to 'Imagine' a better world.
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Who is the smart Beatle?

"I never asked to be famous." Paul was known as the cute one, John as the smart one, Ringo as the clown--and George, serious and contemplative, was "the quiet Beatle." Ringo dubbed him "the Great Stone Face."
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Who is the best Beatle and why?

#1: Paul. It is not difficult to determine which member deserves the top spot; it's not even close. Paul McCartney is from another planet. Consider some of his signature creations for the Beatles: Paperback Writer, Helter Skelter, Can't Buy Me Love, Penny Lane, Let It Be, Hey Jude, and Yesterday to name just a few.
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Which Beatle had the most difficult childhood?

John famously underwent emotional disturbance in early childhood — an unseemly battle for his custody involving Mimi, his biological mother Julia and his much maligned biological father, Freddie.
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Who is the true 5th Beatle?

Stuart Sutcliffe was the original bassist of the five-member Beatles. He played with the band primarily during their days as a club act in Hamburg, West Germany. When the band returned to Liverpool in 1961, Sutcliffe remained behind in Hamburg.
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Who was the real Fifth Beatle?

How American keyboardist Billy Preston became known as the 'fifth' Beatle. The late American keyboardist, who worked with the band on the seminal album Let It Be, is the only musician given credit on a Beatles' label.
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Which Beatle was accused of domestic abuse?

John Lennon's dark side from domestic violence and emotional abuse to mocking disabled people. John Lennon's status as a legend of music is set in stone, but The Beatles legend had a much darker side which has shocked his fans over the years.
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Who is America's favorite Beatle?

Paul McCartney. There was an incredible stretch of years where Paul(solo or with his band Wings) always had a new hit song on the radio. And just for that reason alone, he'll always be my favorite Beatle. And, as it turns out, most of America agrees(though I'm sure for different reasons).
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Who rejected The Beatles?

Exactly 50 years ago, Decca's Dick Rowe turned down the Fab Four, so heading an unenviable club of talent-spotters who passed up their biggest chance.
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Who was the biggest influence on The Beatles?

In the early days of The Beatles' career they were highly inspired by American rock and roll and their biggest influence was Chuck Berry. Not only did he have an impact on how their own music began to sound, they also recorded cover versions of his biggest hits, like Roll Over Beethoven and Rock And Roll Music.
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Who is peoples favorite Beatle?

People who said they loved at least one Beatle were asked which of those they love is their favorite. McCartney tops this list as well, by a bigger margin: 45% say he is their favorite. Lennon earns 27% of the vote, while Harrison (17%) and Starr (11%) take third and fourth place.
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Who was George Harrison's best friend?

Eric Clapton was Harrison's closest friend, but he had actively pursued Pattie Boyd romantically while she was married to Harrison.
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Are Paul and Ringo still friends?

The two former Beatles got together in Los Angeles at an event in honor of McCartney's fashion designer daughter, Stella McCartney. After nearly 66 years of friendship, it appears Ringo Starr and Paul McCartney are still going strong.
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