Who Was the Best Songwriter in the Beatles? Each Member's Strengths and Best Songs
Many things set the Beatles apart from their peers, but one defining factor was the equal contribution each member brought to the table. Though John Lennon and Paul McCartney are often considered the “leaders” of the group, George Harrison and Ringo Starr weren’t just simply hanging on. They brought their unique set of strengths as well. That being said, it can be hard to find a definite answer to question of “Who was the best songwriter in the Beatles?” Sheer numbers aside, their contributions were relatively even–at least in terms of talent. We’ve outlined each of the member’s strengths below, along with an argument for each. So, what do you think? Who is the best Beatles songwriter?
John Lennon was more or less the grit in the Beatles. Though the band as a whole wasn’t as politically provocative as many of their peers (and didn’t hold a candle to Lennon in his solo career), he was the most socially conscious of the bunch. This made his songs era-defining. From imbuing a strong psychedelic sound to writing lyrics about social movements, Lennon was the change-maker of the group. For many, this makes him the top songwriter of the bunch. What is rock music if not a gritty look into the world around us?
Source: americansongwriter.com/Alex Hopper
