Walls and Bridges
John Lennon · 1974
46 min · 12 tracks · hard rock · pop rock · psychedelic rock
A reflective tapestry of rock and pop, blending candid confessions with lush melodies and intricate arrangements.
Why this album works
'Walls and Bridges' achieved commercial success, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart, driven by the hit single 'Whatever Gets You Thru the Night.' The album is notable for its collaborative spirit, featuring Elton John on the title track, which helped bridge the gap between the pop and rock scenes of the era.
- Career context
- Released on September 26, 1974, 'Walls and Bridges' marked John Lennon's return to solo work after a brief hiatus in the early 1970s. This album followed his politically charged 'Some Time in New York City' and showcased a more introspective side, influenced by his experiences as a father and his personal struggles during this period.
- Stylistic neighbors
- giorge mijael· Kate Bush· Duran Duran· Kim Wilde· 10cc· Joe Jackson· Bee Gees· Ringo Starr
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Going Down on Love 3:56
- 2 Whatever Gets You Thru the Night Standout 3:27
- 3 Old Dirt Road 4:12
- 4 What You Got 3:10
- 5 Bless You 4:38
- 6 Scared 4:37
- 7 #9 Dream Standout 4:47
- 8 Surprise, Surprise (Sweet Bird of Paradox) 2:55
- 9 Steel and Glass 4:38
- 10 Beef Jerky 3:27
- 11 Nobody Loves You (When You’re Down and Out) Standout 5:10
- 12 Ya Ya 1:05
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