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• Imagine, released in 1971, is John Lennons second solo studio album and one of the most enduring works of his career. The title track, a piano-led plea for peace and unity, became Lennons signature song and a global anthem. Beyond its centerpiece, the album offers a wide range of moods: the biting political commentary of Gimme Some Truth and I Dont Want to Be a Soldier Mama I Dont Wanna Die contrasts with tender ballads like Jealous Guy and Oh My Love, showcasing Lennons gift for both confrontation and vulnerability.

  Produced with Phil Spector and Yoko Ono, Imagine tempers some of the rawness of Plastic Ono Band with lusher arrangements and a more accessible sound, without losing Lennons sharp edge. It stands as a deeply personal yet universally resonant record, balancing intimacy with broad appeal. Decades later, Imagine continues to be celebrated not only as one of Lennons finest solo achievements but also as a cultural touchstone that transcends music.

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  Imagine is John Lennons most successful solo album, marrying raw emotion with polished production. AllMusic

  The title track is unforgettable, but the album as a whole shows Lennons range from tenderness to fury. Rolling Stone

  A work of striking honesty, Imagine balances Lennons political voice with some of his most beautiful melodies. The Guardian

  From Jealous Guy to Gimme Some Truth, this is Lennon at his most human and most inspired. Mojo

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  AllMusic rating: AllMusic users: (3,973 votes) Read the AllMusic.com review

• Artist: John Lennon Label: Apple Records Format: LP Units: 1 Country: US Genre: Pop & Rock Style: Pop Rock

• A1 Imagine
  A2 Crippled Inside
  A3 Jealous Guy
  A4 It’S So Hard
  A5 I Don’T Want To Be A Soldier
  B1 Give Me Some Truth
  B2 Oh My Love
  B3 How Do You Sleep?
  B4 How?
  B5 Oh Yoko!