What is the best Paul McCartney solo album?
From Wings to his solo career, Paul McCartney has released some of the most enduring albums in rock history — which is his masterpiece?
Band on the Run
A 1973 Paul McCartney & Wings masterpiece, widely considered his finest post-Beatles achievement.
Ram
McCartney's 1971 home-recorded gem with Linda, now recognised as a quirky pop classic ahead of its time.
McCartney
His 1970 debut solo album, recorded entirely by himself at home right after The Beatles split.
Tug of War
A critically acclaimed 1982 comeback album featuring collaborations with Stevie Wonder and Carl Perkins.
Flaming Pie
His 1997 Renaissance-era album, written with newfound inspiration after working on the Beatles Anthology.
Chaos and Creation in the Backyard
A 2005 introspective masterwork produced by Nigel Godrich, celebrated for its stillness and craft.
Venus and Mars
A sparkling 1975 Wings record showcasing McCartney at the height of his arena-rock confidence.
McCartney II
An oddball 1980 synth-pop experiment, now beloved as a visionary avant-pop statement.
Flowers in the Dirt
A 1989 collaborative album with Elvis Costello that restored his critical standing in the late '80s.
Memory Almost Full
A reflective 2007 album that reconnected fans with his melodic gifts and Beatlesque songwriting instincts.
Egypt Station
A 2018 ambitious concept album that debuted at number one and showcased his enduring creative range.
McCartney III
A warmly received 2020 lockdown album recorded alone, echoing the spirit of his debut solo record.
Wings at the Speed of Sound
A 1976 Wings album featuring signature McCartney pop craftsmanship, including the global hit 'Silly Love Songs'.
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