As it is said-- all good things have to come to an end, the group disintegrated after doing many years of record-breaking music together.
The break-up resulted in John Lennon launching a successful solo career for himself. Even today, songs like Stand by me, Imagine and Give Peace a Chance are very popular. They are not only appreciated for their melodious music but also for the lyrics. How true they sound in this century !
His glorious career ended on 8 December 1980; he was shot in the back four times at the entrance to the New York apartment building by a fan Mark David Chapman.
Ironically, earlier that evening, Lennon had autographed a copy of Double Fantasy for Chapman. Lennon's wife Ono issued a statement the next day, saying "There is no funeral for John. He loved and prayed for the human race. Please pray the same for him."
If he would have been alive today, he would have turned 70 on 9 October, 2010.
Google Celebrates John Lennon’s 70th Birthday with Video Doodle :
Lennon was known for his rebellious and witty nature which is reflected in his music, writings, films, and interviews. His songs were adapted as anthems by the anti-war movement and became controversial through his work as a peace activist.
# You will find the song Give Peace a Chance that emerged as an anti-war anthem in times of Vietnam War on this link:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=I-NRriHlLUk&feature=related
# To share two of my favourite Lennon quotes (of course, there's a long list !!!!! )-
"My role in society, or any artist's or poet's role, is to try and express what we all feel. Not to tell people how to feel. Not as a preacher, not as a leader, but as a reflection of us all."
"When you're drowning, you don't say 'I would be incredibly pleased if someone would have the foresight to notice me drowning and come and help me,' you just scream."
# To read more on John Lennon, his life and his death, do visit: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Lennon
Oh, WOW ...its so nice of you to have something on Lennon. He rocks !!
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