Which Beatle had the greatest post Beatles success (however you define success)? Who had the most unlikely life/career post breakup? 🚫 Ringo?

[DrPepper12]

John Lennon

Early experimental phase: Before the Beatles' breakup, Lennon and Ono released three experimental albums: Unfinished Music No. 1: Two Virgins (1968), Unfinished Music No. 2: Life with the Lions (1969), and Wedding Album (1969). The naked cover art for Two Virgins was controversial and hurt sales. They also formed the Plastic Ono Band, releasing the anti-war anthem "Give Peace a Chance" in 1969.

Solo artist: Lennon's 1970 album, John Lennon/Plastic Ono Band, was a raw, primal scream therapy-inspired record. It was followed by Imagine, in 1971, featuring the iconic title track.

Political activism and the "Lost Weekend": The 1972 album Some Time in New York City was overtly political and commercially disappointing. From 1973 to 1975, during his separation from Ono, Lennon recorded Mind Games (1973), Walls and Bridges (1974), which included his first US number one single "Whatever Gets You through the Night," and the covers album Rock 'n' Roll (1975).

Retirement and comeback: Following the birth of his son Sean in 1975, Lennon took a five-year hiatus to focus on family life. He returned in 1980 with the album Double Fantasy, a collaborative effort with Ono. Tragically, he was murdered just weeks after its release.

Paul McCartney

Going solo and forming Wings: McCartney's first solo albums, McCartney (1970) and Ram (1971), showed a more homespun, indie-pop style. He then formed Wings with his wife Linda McCartney.

Dominating the 1970s with Wings: Wings achieved 27 US Top 40 hits and 5 consecutive number-one albums. Landmark albums included Band on the Run (1973), recorded with a skeleton crew in Lagos, Nigeria, and Wings at the Speed of Sound (1976).

Mega-hits and stadium tours: The band's "Wings Over America" tour in 1975-76 was a commercial triumph.

Post-Wings solo career: After Wings disbanded in 1981, McCartney continued releasing a steady stream of solo material, collaborating with artists like Michael Jackson and Stevie Wonder, and touring.

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Harrison's solo career began with the monumental triple album All Things Must Pass (1970). It featured the number one hit "My Sweet Lord".

Humanitarian and spiritual path: He organized and headlined the Concert for Bangladesh. in 1971, one of the first major charity rock concerts. His album Living in the Material World (1973).

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Harrison co-founded HandMade Films, which produced iconic movies like Monty Python's Life of Brian (1979). In the late 1980s, he co-founded the supergroup the Traveling Wilburys w/ Jeff Lynne, Roy Orbison, Tom Petty, and Bob Dylan, releasing 2 successful albums.

Later life and legacy: After being stabbed & battling cancer, Harrison passed away in 2001. His final album, Brainwashed, was completed posthumous

[LiamJHayden]

My mom was a huge Beatles fan, especially their early stuff.

After? In sales I think Paul because of Wings, but I prefer George's output. Geroge was my dad's favorite Beatle and I think that infuenced me. Ringo had some good songs, too, but except for a cover that was a hit, those songs sound like George had a hand in them, whether credited or not. And of course John, but is he had not me that horrible fate how successful would that last release have been?

In any event, all of them solo were more successful than most artists will ever be.

[Lliam]

Harrison wrote some really great songs and was a wonderful musician, but McCartney had the greatest post-Beatles success by far.

[Lliam]

Thank you for the MHO.

I saw all of Wings' tours. They were amazing.
I never got to see George, but I admired him greatly.

[AI Opinion]

Defining post-Beatles success can be subjective, but Paul McCartney arguably experienced the greatest success due to his prolific career with Wings and his continued influence in the music industry. His ability to produce hits over decades and his enduring presence make him a standout. The most unlikely post-breakup life is perhaps George Harrison's. Despite being overshadowed in the Beatles, he achieved critical acclaim and commercial success with his solo work, especially "All Things Must Pass." His role in the Concert for Bangladesh and as a member of the Traveling Wilburys highlights his diverse and unexpected career path. 🎶🌟

[petitedollbabee]

Paul McCartney, without a doubt.

[WindAtMyBack]

It's not really a cop-out to say that it depends on what you call successful.

Financial success was McCartney hands down. He lived his life and had fun doing it. Even though he was the businessman of the four, he loved what he was doing. He didn't know when to quit singing though. He lost his voice long ago. For a long time he was the richest musician - I hate to name the current richest.

Lennon, yea the primal scream. He was brutally honest. When rock stars were supposed to be badasses, he'd sing about his mother. He had many good songs that are not the first that come to mind for most people. I Don't Want to Be a Soldier and How Do You Sleep at Night didn't make the charts, but both are typical straight-to-the-point honesty. Working Class Hero is a little better known and one of my favorite songs. I like songs that just sound good without a lot of flash.

Harrison found what he was looking for. I think he found inner peace. I have the All Things Must Pass album. There is some total noise on that album, but also a couple of excellent songs. Isn't It a Pity is great. And Beware of Darkness is one of the best songs ever written by anyone. His vocals in that song are so soulful that it's a shame his vocals didn't mature more with the Beatles. Both of those songs grow on you. Both have also been covered by quite a few people.

Ringo, the guy along for the ride... But he is well respected by other drummers. I think he's easily the longest touring ex-Beatle with his All Star Band.

[Beckybooboo]

As someone young and not really having parents or grandparents that influenced me to their music, I can only speak to what I really like: John Lennon. Imagine and So This is Christmas. I think, for my generation, those are two of the most recognized songs from a Beatle. At least when I was growing up.

[AviatorTom]

Paul McCartney had the best music success after the Beatles breakup, both with his group Wings and as a solo performer.

Ringo Starr had more varied success. In addition to his music, he was an actor, including playing Mr Conductor on Shining Time Station, the US TV show that included Thomas the Tank Engine and Friends.

[Meatballs]

Well obviously Paul McCartney went on to have the best career John Lennon was murdered Ringo Starr he never never made it any bigger than playing his solo gigs and playing for other people as a as a drummer for them but I mean I'm not a big Beatles fan but I got to say Paul McCartney had the best career out of all the Beatles

[exitseven]

Paul McCartney had many hits aa a solo artist and also with the band Wings. He went on many tours and sols a lot of records. John Lennon might have done better had he lived.

[AngryCarl2]

Paul McCartney was most succesful commercially although you can argue the quality of his music was dubious. John Lennon wasn't particularly successful as a solo artist until he died. Ringo... well he seems like a nice chap.

[Sal_Monella]

Richard Starkey has had the most fun. Billy Shears has done well, too.

[DrPepper12]

True!

[Anonymous]

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[Likes2drive]

Paul McCartney definitely did the best I think after splitting up, Ringo didn’t do as much except for some acting in some movies but pretty much kept his life quiet

[Anonymous]

Definitely Paul.

John was the close second.

George takes the third place.

[RedInnocent69]

Is this My Take? I don’t disagree

[DrPepper12]

No I'm asking about all but Ringo

[RedInnocent69]

I would say John, Paul, and George, in that order

[chrissykerdock]

paul but he outlived john by 40 years