On That Note: It Was 40 Years Ago Today
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Underrated track from “Double Fantasy,” written for Sean. Includes the philosophic line “Life is what happens to you while you’re busy making other plans,” modified version of a saying credited to cartoonist Allen Saunders (“Mary Worth” et. al).
Amicable split. He was feeling the pressure of too much touring over 6 years and too much time away from family. He's performing as a solo artist on limited tours.
Man, I loved those basso profundo notes he hit!
Among less-appreciated John songs from The Beatles period.
I continue to like the contrast within a theme for these two songs (recorded roughly 2 years apart) … 1st one, he doesn’t want to wake up in the morning; the 2nd, he can’t get to sleep at night.
I continue to like the contrast within a theme for these two songs (recorded roughly 2 years apart) … 1st one, he doesn’t want to wake up in the morning; the 2nd, he can’t get to sleep at night.
