Shaved Fish
John Lennon · 1975
41 min · 11 tracks · hard rock · pop rock · psychedelic rock
A reflective collection of anthems and ballads that blend rock's raw power with poignant social commentary.
Why this album works
- Best for
- reflective anthems for contemplation dynamic progression with resolution short bursts of impactful messages
- Context
- Released on October 24, 1975, 'Shaved Fish' serves as John Lennon's first compilation album, gathering key singles from his solo career. At this point, he was transitioning back into the public eye after a five-year hiatus focused on family life and personal reinvention. This album encapsulates his evolution from Beatle to solo artist, highlighting both his political activism and introspective songwriting.
- If you like
- hard rock, pop rock, psychedelic rock
Shaved Fish is an album by John Lennon, released in 1975. A reflective collection of anthems and ballads that blend rock's raw power with poignant social commentary. 'Shaved Fish' is notable for its assembly of protest songs and love ballads that reflect the tumultuous sociopolitical climate of the 1970s. It reached No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart, further solidifying Lennon’s status as a significant solo artist beyond The Beatles, and has been included in discussions about music's role in social change. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Shaved Fish sound like?
A reflective collection of anthems and ballads that blend rock's raw power with poignant social commentary. Rooted in hard rock and pop rock.
What makes Shaved Fish by John Lennon notable?
'Shaved Fish' is notable for its assembly of protest songs and love ballads that reflect the tumultuous sociopolitical climate of the 1970s. It reached No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart, further solidifying Lennon’s status as a significant solo artist beyond The Beatles, and has been included in discussions about music's role in social change. Released on October 24, 1975, 'Shaved Fish' serves as John Lennon's first compilation album, gathering key singles from his solo career. At this point, he was transitioning back into the public eye after a five-year hiatus focused on family life and personal reinvention. This album encapsulates his evolution from Beatle to solo artist, highlighting both his political activism and introspective songwriting.
Who is Shaved Fish for?
Shaved Fish works well if you're into reflective anthems for contemplation, dynamic progression with resolution and short bursts of impactful messages.
How many songs are on Shaved Fish?
Shaved Fish has 11 tracks, running approximately 41 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Give Peace a Chance Standout 0:58
- 2 Cold Turkey 5:03
- 3 Instant Karma 3:22
- 4 Power to the People 3:22
- 5 Mother 5:04
- 6 Woman Is the Nigger of the World Standout 4:38
- 7 Imagine Standout 3:03
- 8 Whatever Gets You Thru the Night 3:05
- 9 Mind Games 4:13
- 10 #9 Dream 4:47
- 11 Medley: a. Happy Xmas (War Is Over) b. Give Peace a Chance (reprise) 4:14
Release Date
October 24, 1975
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
41 min 54 sec
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