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October 9th marked John Lennon's 75th birthday. Thanks to John and the rest of the Beatles for all the magic they brought to our lives, collectively and as solo performers.
"Double Fantasy" had come out a month before he was killed. While the radio stations ignored all the Yoko Ono songs on the album, "Watching the Wheels", "(Just Like) Starting Over", and "I'm Losing You" were making a huge impact.
I was in my apartment in DC in December 1980 when the announcer declared that John had been killed in New York City. After awhile, they decided to play every Beatles and John Lennon song they could in a tribute marathon. They played "Happiness is a Warm Gun" and later apologized for having done so. We love you John! |