It’s always exciting to see today’s rock artists share the stage with the legends who inspired them. At Lollapalooza 2015 in Chicago, Paul McCartney gave one of rock’s rising stars an unforgettable moment—teaming up with Brittany Howard of Alabama Shakes for a powerful duet of The Beatles’ classic “Get Back.”
The surprise collaboration had the crowd buzzing as Howard’s raw, soulful voice blended seamlessly with McCartney’s iconic sound. Her gritty vocals added a fresh energy to the song, proving she was more than up to the task of sharing the stage with one of music’s greatest icons. At one point, the two even shared a microphone—a nod to the way McCartney and John Lennon used to harmonize back in the day. Seeing them side by side was a striking parallel to Beatles history, bridging generations of rock music in a single moment.
Did You Know?
Early versions of “Get Back” included the line “I dig no Pakistanis.” Originally, the song was meant as a satirical take on Britain’s anti-immigrant sentiment, mocking those who wanted foreigners to “get back” to their own countries. However, Paul McCartney later revised the lyrics, making them more ambiguous to avoid controversy.
This unforgettable duet at Lollapalooza wasn’t just a performance—it was a celebration of rock’s past, present, and future in one electrifying moment.
