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John Lennon

by Melanie from Fresno

If everyone demanded peace instead of another television set, then there'd be peace.
Uses music to express his thoughts and emotions. (Last.fm)
Uses music to express his thoughts and emotions. (Last.fm)

John Lennon is my hero. He is widely known for his remarkable music with the famous band, The Beatles, from England. He is only one of the many that have showed his want for peace through his musical talent. It is easy enough to say that all he wanted was to promote love to the rest of the world. Lennon fought to end the war during his time. All he ever really wanted was for people to stop violence, stop war, and to just spread the love.

The Beatles became one of the most popular bands  (last.fm)
The Beatles became one of the most popular bands (last.fm)

Since The Beatles were becoming one of the most popular bands of all time during the 1960's, it was a time to express their feelings to the people through music. They quickly gained enough popularity for the world to easily recognize them. The band eventually grew old and each artist went their separate ways. As for John Lennon, he continued to write music. One of his most popular songs, "Imagine" shows how he wanted a place where every single person could be equal. He wanted a place where there was no violence, no greed, no hunger, no possessions, and for the world to just come together. Another of his very famous songs, "Give Peace A Chance", expresses his views on the crazy things that were happening at that time. His act for love and peace to spread quickly become known to the public.

John Lennon was born on the 9th of October in Liverpool, England. As he spent most of his time in England with his band, he also spent a lot of time touring the world. When he became solo, he moved to New York. There he worked on many different charity performances. As time passed, he then moved to Los Angeles, California. After some time, he began to write songs again and returned to the east again.

John Lennon became popular around the 1960's when The Beatles were formed. They have influenced every other band ever since their time. John Lennon himself has caused such an impact on the people then and still has impact on the people today. Unfortunately, this remarkable icon could not live forever. The assassination cut his life short. Even though he didn't live past 40, his legacy continues to run from person to person.

John Lennon's legacy will continue to grow (last.fm)
John Lennon's legacy will continue to grow (last.fm)

John Lennon has become one of the most important people in my life. He has not only influenced me, but others who also believe that he was extremely important. There are so many things that he has done that have already changed the world. From music that has inspired so many, to protests, to charity work for those who needed it. He has showed me that love and peace can be spread if you really believe in it. If something as important as that means a lot to you, then anything is possible.

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Last edited 12/20/2009 12:00:00 AM

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