Wonderful Tonight
Wonderful Tonight
Pattie Boyd
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I devoured this intriguing woman’s memoir. - Taylor Swift
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Wonderful Tonight

Wonderful Tonight

Pattie Boyd
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Pattie Boyd
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In "Wonderful Tonight," Pattie Boyd emerges from the shadows of her legendary status as rock and roll's ultimate muse to share her extraordinary journey through the heart of the 1960s and '70s music scene. With an intimacy and candor that only she could provide, Boyd unveils the story of her tumultuous relationships with two of the era's most revered and notorious musical geniuses: George Harrison and Eric Clapton. From her serendipitous entry into the Beatles' world as a young actress to her complex marriage with Harrison, and the ensuing passionate and stormy relationship with Clapton, Boyd's memoir is a mesmerizing tale of love, heartbreak, and survival set against the backdrop of an epochal musical revolution. Beyond the personal, Boyd offers an unparalleled glimpse into the inner circle of rock royalty, sharing tales of friendship, creativity, and conflict among some of the most iconic figures of the time. Her story is not just about navigating the highs and lows of fame and fortune; it's a testament to her resilience and the role she played as the muse behind some of rock's most enduring classics, including Harrison's "Something" and Clapton's "Layla." "Wonderful Tonight" is a deeply honest, engaging, and poignant reflection on the price of love and the unyielding power of music to inspire, devastate, and ultimately heal.

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Released
2007
28 Aug
Length
321
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I devoured this intriguing woman’s memoir. - Taylor Swift
On first impressions, John seemed more cynical and brash than the others, Ringo the most endearing, Paul was cute, and George, with velvet brown eyes and dark chestnut hair, was the best-looking man I'd ever seen. At the break for lunch I found myself sitting next to him, whether by accident or design I have never been sure. We were both shy and spoke hardly a word to each other, but being close to him was electrifying.
— Pattie Boyd, Wonderful Tonight

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