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As the son of John Lennon, one of the most influential musicians of all time, Sean Ono Lennon carries a profound sense of responsibility. With his father's tragic passing still resonating deeply in the hearts of millions.
Sean is dedicated to ensuring that John Lennon's music and legacy continue to inspire future generations. Sean, opens up about his father's enduring influence and the duty he feels to keep his music alive.
John Lennon, a founding member of The Beatles and a pioneering solo artist, was tragically shot and killed outside his New York City residence, the Dakota, by Mark David Chapman on December 8, 1980. He was only 40 years old at the time of his death.
Ahead of what would have been John's 84th birthday, Sean spoke to The Sunday Times about his efforts to promote the re-release of his father's 1973 solo album Mind Games, which was reissued on July 12.
The new mixes of Mind Games tracks are designed to highlight different elements of John’s music. Some tracks amplify John’s distinctive voice, while others focus on particular instrumental components.
"One thing that distinguishes my dad’s solo career is how personal his lyrics became," Sean explained. "It is like a diary, and it is my duty to bring attention to my father’s music. Not just my duty to him, but a duty to the world." Sean emphasized the importance of preserving his father's legacy in an ever-changing world.
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"With the world as it is now, people have forgotten so many things that I never imagined could be forgotten. I refuse to let that happen to this music — it means too much to me."
During the making of Mind Games, John Lennon was going through a tumultuous period. He was living in Los Angeles, having temporarily separated from his wife Yoko Ono, at her suggestion, to be with the couple's assistant, May Pang.
This period was marked by uncertainty and introspection. Photographer Bob Gruen, a close friend of John’s, reflected on this time, saying, “I wondered if he’d ever make it back to New York. I thought he might get a place in Hawaii, or just die."
John did eventually return to New York in 1974, where he spent the final six years of his life. Gruen recalled that John was working hard to rebuild his life during this period. “He didn’t die in an accident or of a disease.
His death broke my trust in everything. He was grounded at the time. He learned a lot from raising his son, about enjoying his life and being sober," Gruen said. “Everyone gets the time they get, and he got eight years longer than Jesus,” he added poignantly.
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