Paul McCartney has shared why he prefers not to take selfies with fans, saying the moment can quickly turn a normal exchange into something less personal.
During a recent podcast appearance, McCartney said he understands why people want a photo, but he does not want every encounter to become about a phone. For him, meeting someone in public works better when it stays simple: a greeting, a few words, and a real human moment.
McCartney said he wants to feel like himself, not like an attraction. He compared the feeling to being treated like something people line up to photograph, rather than a person having an ordinary day.
The comment reflects a wider issue for well-known artists in the smartphone era. Fans often see a selfie as proof of a special meeting, while celebrities may experience the same request as a break in personal space.
McCartney’s point was direct: he values genuine interaction more than a quick photo.