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And this is why we all cried when he died.

After John Lennon was murdered, all radio stations simultaneously played this song in tribute to Lennon. He was and remains an Icon.

It became a prayer for many of us who had hoped the 60s was the start of something beautiful- peace and brotherhood. We somehow dropped the ball.

Polo, I was walking through Georgetown in Washington DC. I was 19 at the time. As I approached a record store I heard the piano intro. I stopped in my tracks, then walked into the store as the song roared from the speakers. Within a minute the store was jam packed as everyone was mesmerized. The song ended and there was dead silence as we all processed what we all just heard. The store sold every copy of the LP. I will never forget that day and the impact it had on hundreds of strangers and a unique shared experience that only a member of the Beatles could create.

This is probably one of the most beautiful songs ever created. It means so much to so many people. The world would be a better place if everyone really listened to this song.

The hymn of my generation. I still hold this in my heart.

A cry for a secular society, needed today more than ever.

It's timeless.

I can’t believe this is the first time you’ve heard this. John Lennon is one of the best song writers in history! The greatest Beatle as well! He was taken way to soon.

If this was the only thing John did, his life would have been fulfilled. Incredible message and delivery.

Music still is the greatest communicator of peace, love and harmony. ❤✌

Amazing. When John Lennon was murdered this world lost a beautiful soul. RIParadise 💜

This song always makes me tear up, because it's such a beautiful vision, and so utterly impossible because humans are what they are.

Lennon's "Working Class Hero" is a must.

Greatest song ever written! The message it delivers literally is the answer to the vast majority of the issues we as humanity face all over this world we share!!!

I literally shed a tear that I was able to witness you watching this incredible song for the first time. It's almost inconceivable to me that you haven't heard this as it's one of the most famous, most played songs across the entire world. But there it is, and here we are.

This song completely changed the way I thought about everything. Truly changed my life. I'm 62 years old and am still trying to live my life by the simple tenants John sang about.

Im italian and my mother used to play this music when I was young. She was an hippy 'flower child', 'figlia dei fiori' in italian. I remember the first time I heard 'Imagine' by John Lennon, I was captivated. I was really young, but I remember it. The sweet melody and meaningful lyrics of 'Imagine' have the power to touch the deepest chords of the heart. It's extraordinary how his art can connect with emotions and convey such a universal message of peace and hope. Every note feels like a journey through the ages, carrying with it an eternal call to understanding and unity. John Lennon has left an indelible mark on the history of music and the collective consciousness, inspiring generations to seek a better world. His musical legacy is a shining beacon that continues to guide those in search of beauty and meaning in the vastness of music.

Thanks for the reaction, Polo! I have a feelin' YOU are a DREAMER, TOO! ❤❤❤

I thought everyone knew this song. One of the biggest classics of all time

This isn’t just a great song, it’s an important song.

This song was used at the end of the movie "The Killing Fields" ...was one of only 2 times I ever saw my Father cry openly

This is an amazing song and I’m shocked that you’ve never heard this one. Surely once it starts you will remember some little detail?! It’s a classic, and the words are extremely heartfelt. Looking forward to your reaction.

One of the most beautiful & meaningful songs ever made! dbl ♥

Can’t believe you never heard this song. It’s one of the most played songs. It’s an iconic song and one of the most beautiful songs ever written. John Lennon is a great song writer

John’s voice will forever bring me to tears. ❤❤❤

You didn’t miss out on it. Old records never die. A great song is still great in any era. Greatness doesn’t go out of style. Keep up the good work.

As a bookend to this song, listen to John Lennon's "Give Peace a Chance". Great anthem of a generation.

My favorite Lennon track is Beautiful Boy. It reminds me of my eldest grandson. I used to sing this to him as a baby.

John is a legend. His song writing was epic

this song always brings me to tears. thank you.

This song has been an inspiration for my life from the first time I heard it a long time ago. Not only is it beautiful musically, the lyrics are truly inspirational.

It’s very very hard for someone to listen to something and have the same experience of people who lived the song. There are memories attached to some songs that pop up while listening to it. Some songs actually have the ability to take you back in time…, It’s magical …

This is from the Imagine album. Also, his last album Double Fantasy was released the month before he was murdered. Both albums have great songs on it. It is said that Double Fantasy is one of the most valuable albums out there. I treasure both albums. John wrote, produced and sang many songs about peace. You might want to also give a listen to Starting Over. Thanks for a great reaction. 👏👏💔

This guy is…. A Legend

Man, hard to think about someone not having heard this song. It is timeless, and the lyrics are universal. Haven't heard it for many years. Thanks for playing!

I remember Dec 8, 1980 - hearing his murder announced on the radio - I was in my kitchen, in complete disbelief. I was 8 years old when I first heard the Beatles on the Ed Sullivan show - my life changed that day and it changed again on Dec 8, 1980.

I'm a dreamer, and i know i am not the only one ! This is as beautiful today as it was back then. Unfortunately the message still hasn't been heeded . Love to see you experience this for the first time , it's purely something else ! Peace n love from Australia 😎✌

This is one of the all time most famous peace song on earth!

Agreed one of the most beautiful songs ever written by the Amazing John Lennon RIP JOHN

"You may say I'm a dreamer, but I'm not the only one" were words that gave me hope decades ago, and which I still trust today.

This icon has a huge collection to dive into. He was such a beautiful human being and peaceful man.

❤❤❤ my favorite from Lennon 😊 So This is Christmas is a beautiful song from him .

I grew up with the Beatles.... Imagine was around my senior year of high school, so much going on, Viet Nam, etc. He was encouraging folks to see beyond......to imagine a better way of getting along. Another song (Beatle era) Across the Universe.... lyrics there are brilliant as well. Thanks for taking a listen, Lennon cannot be forgotten, he contributed so much........I appreciate your coverage of this, and it is obvious you LOVE music and what you are doing. Keep it up!

I still get chills when I hear this song! Great choice!

This is, without a doubt, the most iconic symbol of peace. His son finally performed it live after stating it would take the end of the world for him to do his father’s song. He cited the war in Ukraine as his reason to do the song. IMHO, his other Iconic song was Give Peace a Chance, done during a “bed in” during the Vietnam war. It was his idea of a sit in, but in a manner that allowed for an inclusive group of people to join him in his room. Thank you for this wonderful expression of your view on Imagine. It was very well said.

ICONIC peace track. John was not only an incredibly talented musician, singer/songwriter, but also a true visionary. He sang about peace & love, which sounds so corny today in our self-indulgent, capitalist world, but he was so sincere. He left the #1 band *in the history of music* (at the time), to try and live a simpler life and make music that suited him, not the record companies. Some of the music was a little out there, but his loyal fans followed him. I remember when he was shot & killed. I was in 10th grade. I cried and cried. It was such an *assault* on humanity. Such a tragedy.

Grew up with the Beatles. A young black teenager living in Texas, and my friends and family could not believe me and my best friend - we were crazzzy about the Beatles! Paul was my favorite, and at 73 yrs old, I still love them. John’s passing was devastating to me as young woman with my own family at the time of his death. My children to this day listen to all genres of music, and they thank me for that. I , still play their music….great song writers!

He was one of the Beatles, four of the most famous people of any time on this planet. And the greatest band of all time. They changed music, fashion and culture. Anything you check out from them is pretty awesome. My favorite solo Lennon track is #9 Dream. Hope you react to it some day.

The late John Winston Lennon . 9/10/40-8/12/80. Founder of the greatest group in modern music, The Beatles. Enough said

This is one perfect song. Thanks for reacting.

Ahhhhhh. John and the Beatles. Life made whole again.

John also wrote or cowrote many of the Beatles songs and sang lead on about half of them. He's more than a legend.

I've heard this song thousands of times. It's played constantly all over the world. It's impossible not to have heard it.

The words of this song are so powerful and have been relevant throughout time. The simplicity of the song is so completely profound in its accuracy of how completely simple it would be too late to rest the wars, The division, and overall noise that stops us from living harmoniously together. John, you had foresight and wisdom beyond your time. I hope I live to see your dream and mine come to fruition.

I graduated from High School in the Bible Belt and our class picked this song to play while we came into the auditorium and when we left! I’m sure LOTS of other graduates did the same. ❤ is all you need. ❤❤❤

'Mother' , 'God' and 'Working Class Hero' are my favourite songs from John Lennon

Danced with my mother at my wedding to this. Her favorite song. And one of my favorites to play on the piano. There will however come a day where it will hurt too much to hear or play....but till then....I'm loving it!!

This song was so far before it's time. I first heard it at church from our choir director. I was attracted to the melody and the voice. So unique and unusually dreamy. When I listened to the words, I was totally in love with this song and felt it should be a world wide hit song. If the lyrics of this song came true, I'd never want to pass away.

One of the most enduring pieces of music from Lennon. He and his wife, Yoko Ono (the woman in the video) were most controversial in their time, but his disenchantment with the divisiveness of the world led to jewels like this one.

This is one of my favorite songs of all time. Thanks Polo.

Imagine someone walking up and looking at this person and taking his life😢

❤ This could be my very favorite song. ❤ I loved watching you hear it the first time. Another song that speaks to your soul and helps to heal your heart.❤ Much Love Polo ❤

Imagine all the people living life in peace…. ❤❤❤❤❤❤ that line.

It's hard to believe that this song was released 53 years ago!! It is so current and still so meaningful!

Every person alive in 1980 knows exactly where they were when they heard Lennon was shot. The whole world grieved.

He owned a farm about two hr. drive from where I live in upstate NY. That song became our national anthem back in the day. Happy Holidays.

The message is what makes this song impactful.

Imagine is a world peace standard for decades. All Across the Universe is another gorgeous one by John. My favorite. ❤ Also- A Day in the Life- I think the Beatles’ greatest song. Mostly John- a little Paul in the middle. It’s mindblowing to this day.

Beautiful reaction Polo ❤

I love the Beatles. John Lennon was such a a great talent. It still breaks my heart and brings me tears for losing him in such a horrific way. RIP ❤

THIS SONG IS AS BEAUTIFUL AS JOHN LENNONS SOUL

This is one of the Greatest Songs ever written...by ex Beatle John Lennon.. the others were written by either John Lennon and or Paul McCartney or George Harrison as members of The Beatles......the Greatest Rock Group in History

This song was so misunderstood by the general public when it came out. The whole thing was about what if all the things that divide us didn't exist, how would we live and what would society be like if none of those things where there.

Congratulations Polo…this will change you life!

In this world at this time we need to play this song on a big speaker above the world and play this song

Mind games is worth a listen.

Polo, I love your reaction in listening to Imagine for the first time. Many say that this is their favorite song of all time. Out of the many, many songs to choose from, I would love to see your reaction to A Day in the Life by the Beatles. Polo, get into the greatest band ever, the Beatles!! They have so much to offer.

My favorite version of this song is from the movie"Imagine" where John sits down at piano and plays it for the first time publicly to Yoko and a friend in his living room. He isn't really sure how they will react to it but everyone loves it!

I lobe her letting th light in as he sings about unity in every human way possible as if maybe the song will let everyone see the light

More John Lennon! "Watching the Wheels," "Woman", "Jealous guy"--and much songs with the Beatles "Your Bird Can Sing"

You will love this.. There is a version of this song also with Maynard in A Perfect Circle... The original video version is an amazing trip ...

Nothing to kill or die for. Imagine that.

I remember when John died. I was in a movie theater, watching a movie. They stopped the movie and came out to announce that he had been shot. People got up and left and started crying. We were all in shock.

One of my very favorites! Thank you! You would enjoy "So This is Christmas" by him

Hello again. Just got finished watching your John Lennon “IMAGINE “. Beautiful and sad, was not aware you had never heard this song. Anyway, FYI , just in case you didn’t know, he was with the BEATLES, they split and 😢😢😢and that was his wife in the video. He was from the UK, and moved to the U.S., to live with his family.

This song speaks to who he was.❤

This is a worldwide classic. My 10 year old grandson in Mexico accompanied his school choir on the piano when they sang Imagine. Gracias!

You've never heard this?! It's was the #1 song in many countryside for over 30 years. Best song ever written! Gotta do "Working Class Hero," "Woman," "Watching the Wheels," & "Beautiful Boy." Not to mention all hus work with tge Beatles. "In My Life" is a great one.

This is such an amazing, classic song. It is definitely John Lennon's #1 signature song. You should check-out "Jealous Guy," "Working Class Hero," "Beautiful Boy" (about his newborn 2nd son Sean), "Starting Over," "#9 Dream" and "Whatever Gets You Through The Night" (duet with Elton John). Guaranteed you will love each of these.

Only 79K viewers!!! Incredible. This is an iconic song. The lyrics are still relevant all these decades later. The FBI had an ongoing investigation on John Lennon because of his activism for Peace.

This song has been my mantra that I live by since it first came out. Thank you for sharing this.

Check out Lennon's Happy Christmas (War is Over) 1971 video

My father would not take me the Beatles last concert in San Francisco because he didn’t “want to be in traffic”…..Fell in love with George Harrison’s songs “ on my sweet lord” is the song I listen just as in get seated on the planes. Try that one Solo☮️

Watching the wheels go around is another must listen by John

I was maybe twelve the first time I heard it. I didn't have a clue how powerful the lyric was... It just spoke to my heart.❤ I've since based my life's purpose in those words. I'm 52.

If u haven't yet, u must do: Beautiful Boy, Woman, basically anything of John's Double Fantasy album. Regarding Neil Young, may I suggest, Man needs a maid, my fav of his, the emotion in his voice on that song cuts right through

One of the most beautiful songs ever written. You like Maynard, a perfect circle covered this tune.

Man, of all the "first time hearing" people on KZfaq, you are the most thoughtful and do the best presentations. So many others laugh and talk over the song, and they can't possibly be really listening enough to deliver meaningful commentary. I know, I know, for a lot of them it's all about "entertainment", I guess. But I'm not entertained when I keep feeling irritated and wanting to say, "Close your face hole and listen." ... Anyway, IMO, you're the best presenter... and I just subscribed. Thank you.