Paul McCartney Joins Bruce Springsteen in Liverpool for Beatles Classic Cover

Watch Paul McCartney and Bruce Springsteen rock Liverpool with an unforgettable Beatles cover and more.

A Legendary Collaboration in Liverpool

Last night, music history was made as Paul McCartney joined Bruce Springsteen on stage at Anfield, Liverpool — the home ground of Liverpool FC. Together, they delivered a soulful rendition of The Beatles’ classic “Can’t Buy Me Love,” captivating the crowd.

This special moment was part of the encore during Springsteen's second night of back-to-back shows on June 7, 2025. The Boss welcomed the former Beatle onto the stage, marking a memorable musical reunion.

If that wasn’t enough, the duo followed up with a cover of the rock ’n’ roll hit "Kansas City," popularized by Little Richard in 1955 — adding even more sparkle to the night.

Fan Reactions and Exclusive Footage

Fans were quick to capture and share the magical moment on social media:

"Bruce Springsteen just brought out Paul McCartney at Anfield!!!!!" — Stuart Daynes

"Not many days you get to say you've seen Sir Paul McCartney perform with Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band 🤩" — Nicholas Waite

"McCartney turned up at Springsteen #Springsteen #McCartney" — Lambanana

And for those who missed it live, here’s the official fan-captured video of Paul McCartney and Bruce Springsteen performing “Can’t Buy Me Love” at Anfield:

Setlist Highlights from Bruce Springsteen’s Anfield Show

Bruce Springsteen delivered a powerhouse performance featuring classics and fan favorites, including:

• Ghosts
• Land Of Hope And Dreams
• Death To My Hometown
• Seeds
• Lonesome Day
• Rainmaker
• Darkness On The Edge Of Town
• The Promised Land
• Hungry Heart
• My Hometown
• The River
• Youngstown
• Murder Incorporated
• Long Walk Home
• House Of A Thousand Guitars
• My City Of Ruins
• Because The Night
• Wrecking Ball
• The Rising
• Badlands
• Thunder Road
• Can’t Buy Me Love (with Paul McCartney)
• Kansas City (with Paul McCartney)
• Born In The USA
• Born To Run
• Glory Days
• Dancing In The Dark
• Tenth Avenue Freeze-Out

In the hours before the show, Springsteen and McCartney were also spotted together at the Liverpool Institute of Performing Arts, an institution that was founded by McCartney in 1996.

2 world legends, Bruce Springsteen (75) and Paul McCartney (82). They had a meeting today at the Liverpool Institute of Performing Arts. At the meeting, fans speculated that there was a possibility that Sir Paul would join the Boss on stage for Springsteen's show at Anfield this… — James Tate

Sir Paul McCartney & Bruce Springsteen at LIPA this afternoon — Andy Teebay

A History of Musical Friendship

This isn’t the first time McCartney and Springsteen have shared the stage. Back in 2022, Springsteen joined McCartney during his headline set at Glastonbury, performing hits like “Glory Days” and “I Wanna Be Your Man.” McCartney introduced Springsteen by saying, “This guy flew in especially to do this,” highlighting their mutual respect and friendship.

Just days before the Glastonbury show, they performed the same songs together during McCartney’s ‘Get Back’ tour at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.

Years earlier, Springsteen joined McCartney at Hyde Park in London to perform “I Saw Her Standing There,” solidifying their long-standing musical bond.

Last year, McCartney honored Springsteen with the Fellow Of The Ivors Academy award at the Ivor Novello Awards in London. He joked:

“Like Bruce’s concerts, I’m going to keep this brief,” referencing Springsteen’s famously long shows, adding, “He’s known as the American working man but he admits he’s never worked a day in his life.”

McCartney has also lightheartedly blamed Springsteen for raising fans' expectations for lengthy concert performances.

Wrapping It Up

This Liverpool performance perfectly showcased the magic that happens when two iconic, generational talents come together. Combining The Beatles’ timeless charm with Springsteen’s rock powerhouse energy, this evening was one fans will cherish forever.

FAQs

• What Beatles song did Paul McCartney and Bruce Springsteen perform together?
  They performed “Can’t Buy Me Love,” a classic from The Beatles’ 1964 album A Hard Day's Night.
• Where did this special performance take place?
  The performance happened at Anfield, the famed football stadium in Liverpool.
• Have Bruce Springsteen and Paul McCartney performed together before?
  Yes, they have appeared together several times including McCartney’s 2022 Glastonbury set and earlier shows at MetLife Stadium and Hyde Park.
• What other song did they play on stage that night?
  After “Can’t Buy Me Love,” they performed “Kansas City,” a rock ’n’ roll hit popularized by Little Richard.
• What is the Liverpool Institute of Performing Arts?
  LIPA is a performing arts school founded by Paul McCartney in 1996, where the two legends met earlier the day of the show.

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