Stranglehold (Paul McCartney song)

"Stranglehold" is a song by English musician Paul McCartney, written by McCartney and 10cc guitarist Eric Stewart for his sixth solo studio album Press to Play. It was issued as single exclusively in the US and reached number 81. The B-side featured the remix of "Angry" by Larry Alexander taken from the previous single "Pretty Little Head".

Critical reception
Los Angeles Times critic Terry Atkinson described the track as "an enjoyable, jazzy offer of new love". Cash Box called it a "mainstream rock ballad" with "well crafted melodies, flawless production and sterling musicianship." Billboard called it a "hopping boogie-blues with a hint of menace."

Personnel

 * Paul McCartney – vocals, bass, acoustic and electric guitars
 * Eric Stewart – acoustic and electric guitars, backing vocals
 * Jerry Marotta – drums
 * Gary Barnacle – possible horns
 * Dick Morrissey – possible horns

Track listing
7" single (B-5636)
 * 1) Stranglehold – 3:36
 * 2) Angry (Remix) – 3:36
 * 3) * Remix by Larry Alexander