What is billy shears?

Billy Shears is a fictional character mentioned in The Beatles' album "Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band." The character is said to be the alter ego of Ringo Starr, who takes on the persona of Billy Shears in the concept album. In the album's title track, the lyrics mention Billy Shears as the new leader of the band. The character of Billy Shears was used to give a narrative structure to the album and create a sense of continuity throughout the songs. Despite being a fictitious character, Billy Shears has become a part of Beatles lore and is often referenced in discussions about the band.