he’s a massively talented icon who wrote songs that have defined and inspired couple of generations
As part of the Beatles he did more than that, much more than that. The Beatles also influenced fashion, art, the film industry, and comedy. They massively increased Britain’s standing in the world, making anything produced in Britain have special cool/trendy/hip appeal. They were of huge economic benefit to Britain, helping many British companies increase their sales and profits. They were the launching pad for the careers of other British bands across the world, they attracted talent to Britain, made London “swinging” and put Liverpool on the global map. They were the most popular band the world has ever seen. They made people proud to be British.
The Beatles achievements can’t be overstated imo. Although not a huge fan myself – the Stones were better imo.