As Elon Musk shakes up the American political landscape with his newly announced “America Party,” an unexpected voice has weighed in — none other than Sir Paul McCartney.
The 83-year-old music legend surprised fans and political commentators alike when he was asked about Musk’s third-party ambitions during an interview promoting his new eco-conscious music initiative.
“I’ve always believed in change through harmony, not division,” McCartney said. “If Elon’s trying to write a new tune for America, I just hope it’s in the right key.”
While Paul has generally avoided political controversies in recent years, his comments were seen as a gentle jab at Musk’s bold and potentially polarizing move to disrupt the U.S. two-party system. Sources close to McCartney say he was “amused” to hear Musk name the party “America Party,” joking that it “sounds more like a 1970s festival in Hyde Park.”
But behind the humor, Paul’s message carried depth:
“You can’t run a country like a startup — or a band, for that matter. You need more than innovation. You need soul, patience, and people who can actually play together.”
Interestingly, this isn’t the first time Musk and McCartney’s paths have crossed. The two famously met in 2015 backstage at a charity event in Los Angeles, where Musk reportedly told Paul, “If The Beatles had AI back then, you’d have never broken up.” Paul replied with a grin, “We had Ringo. Close enough.”
Though the two have very different public personas — one a scientific disruptor, the other a cultural icon — both share a global influence that extends beyond their fields.
Some online commentators have already begun imagining a collaboration. A trending meme on X (formerly Twitter) features a mock campaign poster with the slogan:
“Vote America: From Abbey Road to Mars.”
Meanwhile, political analysts say celebrity endorsements could play a key role in the party’s growth, though Paul’s comment suggests he won’t be lending his name anytime soon.
“I love America. Always have. But I’ll stick to singing about peace, not campaigning about it,” McCartney concluded.
Whether the “America Party” becomes a political revolution or a footnote in history, one thing is clear: When Paul McCartney weighs in — even with a smile — the world listens.
