Emotional tensions before The Beatles' disbandment influenced each member's solo work, leading to songs that reflected their feelings about one another.
Many post-breakup songs, like McCartney's "Too Many People" and Lennon's "How Do You Sleep?", feature sharp critiques that highlight conflicts among the band members.
This song is a clear jab at John Lennon, with Paul McCartney's lyrics critiquing his lifestyle, musical taste, and personal life, making it feel more like a diss track than a typical song.
Ringo Starr's solo career started after The Beatles' breakup, featuring a song on the B-side of “It Don’t Come Easy” that reveals his insecurities and desire to reunite with his bandmates.
The bitterness among The Beatles is unclear, but John Lennon's "How Do You Sleep?" responds to perceived digs in McCartney's Ram, featuring lines that make it a clear diss track.
George Harrison's "Wah Wah" critiques Paul McCartney's self-centeredness and reflects his frustration with the band's dynamics.