John Lennon: ‘Imagine’ (1971)
“It’s only a bloody song” John Lennon would snarl when his most famous composition was recited to him. Except, it wasn’t, was it? ‘Imagine’ was much more than just a song, its message delicately brought the simplest of piano playing and chord changes. Yet, it would become Lennon’s most beloved song (both within and without The Beatles), an anthem for freedom fighters and peacekeepers everywhere. As peaceful and hopeful as its title track was, ‘Imagine’ continued the anger ‘Plastic Ono’ so brilliantly set off. A slighter album […]
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