Gimme Some Truth
John Lennon · 2010
269 min · 72 tracks · hard rock
A poignant collection of politically charged anthems and introspective ballads, showcasing Lennon's unique blend of raw emotion and sharp commentary.
Top tracks — play these first
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Imagine — This iconic song envisions a world united in peace, embodying Lennon’s idealistic philosophy and becoming an anthem for anti-war movements worldwide.
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Working Class Hero Start here — The song's stark portrayal of class struggle and disillusionment with societal norms illustrates Lennon's powerful social commentary and remains relevant today.
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Power to the People — This energetic anthem calls for activism and empowerment, encapsulating the spirit of the early 1970s counterculture while maintaining its urgency in contemporary discourse.
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Woman Is the Nigger of the World — This provocative track challenges gender inequality with a bold assertion, showcasing Lennon’s commitment to feminist issues and sparking conversations about women's rights.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- politically charged reflective moments
- dynamic peaks and valleys experience
- cathartic anthems for introspection
- communal sing-along energy
- thought-provoking late-night listening
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward single tracks
- seek instant gratification
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — A compilation reflecting Lennon's career, but not a primary entry or breakthrough.
- Themes
- social inequality· political activism· posthumous reflection
- Career context
- Released in 2010, 'Gimme Some Truth' is a posthumous compilation album that captures John Lennon’s most significant works, drawing from his solo career spanning from the late 1960s until his untimely death in 1980. This collection arrives during a resurgence of interest in Lennon's music, particularly following the 2007 reissue of his classic albums.
- Stylistic neighbors
- David Bowie· Paul McCartney· George Harrison
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Working Class Hero
The narrative shifts from personal reflection to a broader critique of societal structures that oppress individuals based on class.
This transition elevates the song from personal lamentation to a collective call for awareness, reinforcing its status as an anthem for social justice.
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Working Class Hero Start here 3:49
- 2 Instant Karma! (We All Shine On) 3:25
- 3 Power to the People 3:21
- 4 God 4:11
- 5 I Don't Wanna Be a Soldier Mama I Don't Wanna Die 6:06
- 6 Gimme Some Truth 3:14
- 7 Sunday Bloody Sunday 5:01
- 8 Steel and Glass 4:39
- 9 Meat City 2:52
- 10 I Don't Wanna Face It 3:23
- 11 Remember 4:35
- 12 Woman Is the Nigger of the World 5:16
- 13 I Found Out 3:37
- 14 Isolation 2:53
- 15 Imagine 3:04
- 16 Happy Xmas (War Is Over) 3:33
- 17 Give Peace a Chance 4:50
- 18 Only People 3:27
Disc 2
- 1 Mother 5:35
- 2 Hold On 1:50
- 3 You Are Here 4:09
- 4 Well Well Well 5:57
- 5 Oh My Love 2:46
- 6 Oh Yoko! 4:17
- 7 Grow Old With Me 3:19
- 8 Love 3:24
- 9 Jealous Guy 4:16
- 10 Woman 3:33
- 11 Out the Blue 3:22
- 12 Bless You 4:39
- 13 Nobody Loves You (When You're Down and Out) 5:11
- 14 My Mummy's Dead 0:49
- 15 I'm Losing You 3:59
- 16 (Just Like) Starting Over 3:58
- 17 #9 Dream 4:46
- 18 Beautiful Boy (Darling Boy) 4:06
Disc 3
- 1 Mind Games 4:13
- 2 Nobody Told Me 3:35
- 3 Cleanup Time 2:57
- 4 Crippled Inside 3:48
- 5 How Do You Sleep? 5:36
- 6 How? 3:43
- 7 Intuition 3:07
- 8 I'm Stepping Out 4:07
- 9 Whatever Gets You Thru the Night 3:28
- 10 Old Dirt Road 4:11
- 11 Scared 4:39
- 12 What You Got 3:08
- 13 Cold Turkey 5:03
- 14 New York City 4:31
- 15 Surprise Surprise (Sweet Bird of Paradox) 2:55
- 16 Borrowed Time 4:31
- 17 Look at Me 2:54
- 18 Watching the Wheels 3:32
Disc 4
- 1 Be-Bop-A-Lula 2:37
- 2 You Can't Catch Me 4:52
- 3 Medley: Rip It Up / Ready Teddy 1:34
- 4 Tight A$ 3:37
- 5 Ain't That a Shame 2:32
- 6 Sweet Little Sixteen 3:02
- 7 Do You Wanna Dance? 2:53
- 8 Slippin' and Slidin' 2:17
- 9 Peggy Sue 2:05
- 10 Medley: Bring It On Home to Me / Send Me Some Lovin' 3:40
- 11 Yer Blues (live) 3:45
- 12 Just Because 4:29
- 13 Bony Moronie 3:49
- 14 Beef Jerky 3:27
- 15 Ya Ya 2:20
- 16 Hound Dog (live) 3:05
- 17 Stand by Me 3:33
- 18 Here We Go Again 4:51
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
The Times They Are a-Changin'
Bob Dylan
Shares political activism and reflective lyricism, both capturing the spirit of social change.
Hunky Dory
David Bowie
Similar introspective themes and art rock sensibility, blending personal narrative with broader commentary.
Harvest
Neil Young
Combines poignant storytelling with themes of social consciousness and personal reflection.
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