John was a poet before he was a rockstar.
As early as the late 1950s, Lennon was known among his Liverpool peers for his absurdist humor and sharp wit, influenced by Lewis Carroll, James Joyce, and The Goon Show.
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Top 10 John Lennon Solo Albums – Ranked & Revealed
Top 10 John Lennon Solo Albums: A Deep Dive into His Post-Beatles Masterpieces”
- Brief overview of John Lennon’s transition from The Beatles to his solo career.
- Emphasis on the diversity and depth of his solo work.
10. Rock ‘n’ Roll (1975)
- A collection of classic rock covers, showcasing Lennon’s roots.
- Trivia: The album was a result of a legal settlement over song rights.
9. Some Time in New York City (1972)
- A politically charged album addressing contemporary issues.
- Trivia: Features collaborations with Yoko Ono and the band Elephant’s Memory.
8. Live Peace in Toronto 1969 (1969)
- A raw live performance with the Plastic Ono Band.
- Trivia: Marked Lennon’s first solo live performance post-Beatles.
7. Milk and Honey (1984)
- Posthumous release containing previously unreleased tracks.
- Trivia: Includes “Nobody Told Me,” which became a hit single.
6. Walls and Bridges (1974)
- Reflects Lennon’s personal struggles during his “Lost Weekend.”
- Trivia: Features the hit “#9 Dream” and collaborations with Elton John.
5. Mind Games (1973)
- Marks a shift towards more introspective songwriting.
- Trivia: The title track became a staple in Lennon’s solo repertoire.
4. Double Fantasy (1980)
- A collaboration with Yoko Ono, released shortly before Lennon’s death.
- Trivia: Won the Grammy Award for Album of the Year in 1981.
3. Imagine (1971)
- Features the iconic title track promoting peace.
- Trivia: The song “Imagine” was co-credited to Yoko Ono in 2017.
2. John Lennon/Plastic Ono Band (1970)
- Known for its raw emotion and minimalistic production.
- Trivia: Influenced by Lennon’s experiences with primal scream therapy.
1. Shaved Fish (1975)
- A compilation album featuring Lennon’s singles.
- Trivia: The only compilation released during his lifetime, showcasing his solo hits.
Conclusion (13:00–15:00)
- Recap of the top albums.
- Encouragement for viewers to explore Lennon’s solo discography.
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The Beatles Song Paul McCartney Wished He Never Released
“It was a mistake. I wish I’d never put it out.”
Paul said that about ‘Mary Had a Little Lamb’ — his 1972 solo single.
After Give Ireland Back to the Irish was banned, he rushed this one out instead.
Critics hated it. Even Paul hated it.
But you know what? It charted anyway.
That’s how powerful McCartney was in the early ’70s.
📚 Found in: Fab Four FAQ 2.0
🕵️♂️ Wanna hear the others he regretted? Wait ’til you see the full review.
Cold Turkey by John Lennon
Cold Turkey is a solo John Lennon song but I am sure adding it here on our How To Play Beatles blog is fine with everybody, right?
This song is about the experience that John was feeling at the time when he decided to go cold turkey in the drugs and alcohol that he was into in that time
