Sir Paul McCartney and Sir John Lennon were two of the most influential musicians of the 20th century. They were members of the iconic band The Beatles, which is widely considered to be one of the most successful and influential bands in history. McCartney and Lennon wrote many of the band's songs together, and their partnership was a major factor in the band's success. The two men were knighted in 1997 and 1998 respectively for their contributions to music.