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Paul McCartney says he has stopped signing autographs, calling the process “a bit strange”.

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Speaking to Reader’s Digest (via Contact Music), the Beatles legend discussed being stopped by fans and asking for autographs across his career, and why he has grown tired of the idea.

“It always struck me as a bit strange,” he said. “‘Here, can I write your name down on the back of this till receipt please?’ Why? We both know who I am.”

McCartney also said he doesn’t particularly understand the idea of taking selfies with fans, and that he’d much rather have a conversation with them.

“What you’ve usually got is a ropey photo with a poor backdrop and me looking a bit miserable,” he said. “Let’s chat, let’s exchange stories.”

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