Regarding the Julian Lennon story, that’s not the story behind ‘Lucy…’. Recently Macca, as well as Ringo and George in previous interviews, stated for the record that the song was inspired by Julian’s little painting he did, which Paul saw during a visit to Lennon’s estate.

Over the years, ‘Lucy…’ has been said to be inspired by LSD and/or this Lucy woman referenced in the article, but the official reason – again according several recent interviews from Paul, is that ‘Lucy…’ was inspired by a painting from a very young Julian.

As to the reasons behind the latest re-telling of the ‘Lucy…’ inspiration, I would assume that it sounds nice and is a good lead in to the benefit, which is a very good thing, don’t get me wrong, but coming from the ORIGINAL inspiration of the song, it seems a bit disingenous.

Great song, great cause and I wish all those involved much sucess.

Cheers!

I forgot to add that the interview with Macca that I referenced can be seen in “The Making of Sgt. Peppers” documentary, as well as the Anthology documentary set.

BUT WASN’T SHE A SCHOOLMATE OF JULIANS’ THAT HE WAS SMITTEN WITH? THAT’S WHAT I ALWAYS THOUGHT.

Yes there was a real Lucy – You are right Keaton12, Julian’s artwork in question was a picture of his classmate Lucy!