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1. • • Several poems from Yoko Ono 's 1964 book Grapefruit inspired Lennon to write the lyrics for "Imagine" —in particular, one which Capitol Records reproduced on the back cover of the original Imagine LP titled "Cloud Piece", reads: "Imagine the clouds dripping, dig a hole in your garden to put them in." Lennon later said the composition "should be credited as a Lennon/Ono song.
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   What lyrical influence did he have on Imagine?

   • But he wouldn't have written the song without her poem and acknowledged it publicly by putting it on the back of the Imagine album cover. His other lyrical influence was a Christian prayer book given to him by comedian/activist Dick Gregory, which touted the concept of positive prayer.

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   What is 'Imagine' by John Lennon about?

   • Released in 1971, ‘Imagine’ by John Lennon is more than just a song; it’s a musical embodiment of peace, unity, and hope. With its beautiful piano melody and profound lyrics, the song has touched the hearts of millions, transcending generations and cultures. It’s a testament to the power of music to convey deep emotions and inspire change.

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   Why do people sing 'Imagine'?

   • In times of trouble and grief, there is one song that millions of people turn to for inspiration and solace: John Lennon and Yoko Ono’s “Imagine.” Leading musicians often reach for the song in moments of need.

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   Who sang the song Imagine?

   • Along with Lennon singing and playing keys, the song includes Klaus Voormann on bass, Alan White on drums and the Flux Fiddlers on backing strings. Former Beatle George Harrison was also on hand to record the song, which was eventually released as the title track on the 1971 album Imagine.

   Behind the Hopeful and Iconic “Imagine” by John Lennon

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   Did John Lennon write 'Imagine'?

   • The two converged on the 1971 single, “Imagine,” which Lennon was inspired by things Ono described to him. And in 2017, nearly 50 years after the song was released, Ono garnered a songwriting credit on the track. The track, which hit No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100, was also co-produced by Lennon, Ono, and Phil Spector.

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   Why is the song 'Imagine' controversial?

   • After "Imagine" was featured at the 2012 Summer Olympics, the song re-entered the UK Top 40, reaching number 18, and was presented as a theme song in the opening ceremony of the 2022 Winter Olympics. The song remains controversial, as it has been since its release, over its request to imagine "no religion too".

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3. www.biography.com › musicians › john-lennon-imagineThe Legacy of John Lennon's Song "Imagine" - Biography

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   Oct 14, 2020 · But he wouldn't have written the song without her poem and acknowledged it publicly by putting it on the back of the Imagine album cover. His other lyrical influence was a Christian prayer...

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   "Imagine" is a song by the English musician John Lennon from his 1971 album of the same name. The best-selling single of his solo career, the lyrics encourage listeners to imagine a world of peace, without materialism, without borders separating nations and without religion.

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   Oct 8, 2020 · Yoko Ono watched on as he composed the melody, chords and most of the lyrics, and nearly completed the whole song in one short writing session. Where was 'Imagine' recorded? Lennon and Ono co-produced the song with Phil Spector, who later said: "We knew what we were going to do.

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   Oct 11, 2024 · A love song to humanity. The song was first inspired by Ono’s poetry in her 1964 book, Grapefruit. In the poem “Cloud Piece” Yoko wrote, “Imagine the clouds dripping, dig a hole in your garden to...

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   Dec 8, 2023 · Thankfully, the idea is expressed eloquently and musically by the former Beatle John Lennon in his hopeful and iconic track, “Imagine.” But what is the history of the song, how and when was it ...

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   Oct 8, 2018 · It is the ultimate peace anthem; an ode to idealism. But Imagine is also a song about love. When it was composed, in 1971, John Lennon and Yoko Ono had been together for three years. She was ...

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    Oct 19, 2023 · Lyric Analysis: A World Without Borders. The lyrics of ‘Imagine’ are poetically captivating, evoking deep emotions, yet they carry a profound message that has resonated with listeners for...