In <4r11ck$kul@news.tcom.co.uk> user's full name <user_name@iod.org.uk> writes: > >All very interesting but according to Lewisohn the final verse was >made up in the studio with everyone chipping in. I suspect that as >with a lot of Paul's songs, the sound of the words were of more >importance than their meaning. Often (eg Jet, Band on The Run, >Bathroom window)the way his lyrics scan is wonderful but they >don't really say anything special. > >Sorry to be a sceptic. I still love the song. I wouldn't call you a "sceptic", dude! :) I just bet John chipped in the no one was saved line. Just a guess. I wouldn't bet the farm, though, maybe a quarter. I'll bet a quarter.