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Lennon

John Lennon · 1990

273 min · 73 tracks · hard rock · pop rock · psychedelic rock

A reflective tapestry of raw emotion, political fervor, and timeless melodies that showcases Lennon’s diverse musical legacy.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic exploration of themes
  • reflective moments of introspection
  • political fervor and activism
  • timeless melodies for contemplation
  • wave-like pacing with variety

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification tracks
  • prefer short, standalone songs

Where this album fits

Themes
anti-war activism· posthumous reflection· working-class struggle
Career context
Released in 1990, 'Lennon' is a posthumous compilation that encapsulates John Lennon's prolific solo career following his tragic assassination in 1980. This collection highlights his evolution from Beatle to a politically engaged artist, showcasing works spanning from the late ‘60s through the early ‘80s.
Stylistic neighbors
David Bowie· Paul McCartney· George Harrison
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Blood on the Tracks by Bob Dylan — Explores personal heartbreak and social issues with raw, emotive storytelling.
Heroes by David Bowie — Shares a blend of political commentary and emotional depth within an experimental soundscape.
Born to Run by Bruce Springsteen — Focuses on working-class struggles and aspirations, wrapped in anthemic melodies and narratives.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Give Peace a Chance 4:53
  • 2 Blue Suede Shoes 2:38
  • 3 Money (That’s What I Want) 3:25
  • 4 Dizzy Miss Lizzy 3:23
  • 5 Yer Blues 3:42
  • 6 Cold Turkey 5:02
  • 7 Instant Karma! 3:23
  • 8 Mother 5:35
  • 9 Hold On 1:53
  • 10 I Found Out 3:37
  • 11 Working Class Hero 3:50
  • 12 Isolation 2:53
  • 13 Remember 4:36
  • 14 Love 3:24
  • 15 Well Well Well 5:59
  • 16 Look at Me 2:54
  • 17 God 4:10
  • 18 My Mummy’s Dead 0:53
  • 19 Power to the People 3:18
  • 20 Well (Baby Please Don’t Go) 3:56

Disc 2

  • 1 Imagine 3:05
  • 2 Crippled Inside 3:49
  • 3 Jealous Guy 4:16
  • 4 It’s So Hard 2:27
  • 5 Give Me Some Truth 3:16
  • 6 Oh My Love 2:46
  • 7 How Do You Sleep? 5:36
  • 8 How? 3:43
  • 9 Oh Yoko! 4:19
  • 10 Happy Xmas (War Is Over) 3:34
  • 11 Woman Is the Nigger of the World 5:16
  • 12 New York City 4:29
  • 13 John Sinclair 3:29
  • 14 Come Together 4:25
  • 15 Hound Dog 3:02
  • 16 Mind Games 4:12
  • 17 Aisumasen (I’m Sorry) 4:44
  • 18 One Day (at a Time) 3:08
  • 19 Intuition 3:09
  • 20 Out the Blue 3:21

Disc 3

  • 1 Whatever Gets You Thru the Night 3:28
  • 2 Going Down on Love 3:54
  • 3 Old Dirt Road 4:11
  • 4 Bless You 4:37
  • 5 Scared 4:37
  • 6 #9 Dream 4:47
  • 7 Surprise Surprise (Sweet Bird of Paradox) 2:55
  • 8 Steel and Glass 4:36
  • 9 Nobody Loves You (When You’re Down and Out) 5:08
  • 10 Stand by Me 3:27
  • 11 Ain’t That a Shame 2:31
  • 12 Do You Want to Dance 2:53
  • 13 Sweet Little Sixteen 3:01
  • 14 Slippin’ and Slidin’ 2:18
  • 15 Angel Baby 3:40
  • 16 Just Because 4:25
  • 17 Whatever Gets You Thru the Night (live) 4:20
  • 18 Lucy in the Sky With Diamonds 5:59
  • 19 I Saw Her Standing There 3:28

Disc 4

  • 1 (Just Like) Starting Over 3:55
  • 2 Cleanup Time 2:56
  • 3 I’m Losing You 4:00
  • 4 Beautiful Boy (Darling Boy) 4:03
  • 5 Watching the Wheels 3:31
  • 6 Woman 3:26
  • 7 Dear Yoko 2:32
  • 8 I’m Stepping Out 4:02
  • 9 I Don’t Wanna Face It 3:21
  • 10 Nobody Told Me 3:33
  • 11 Borrowed Time 4:30
  • 12 (Forgive Me) My Little Flower Princess 2:30
  • 13 Every Man Has a Woman Who Loves Him 3:30
  • 14 Grow Old With Me 3:05

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