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"I’ve written this tune": John Lennon wrote and recorded Instant Karma in one day. Here's how

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Instant Karma was released in February 1970, slap-bang in the middle of the Beatles' tortured ...
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John Lennon Explained the Meaning of His Song ‘Instant Karma!’

While it doesn’t get too much attention today, John Lennon‘s “Instant Karma!” has some of the most interesting lyrics of the “Imagine” singer‘s career. John explained his feelings about karma as a ...
American Songwriter

The Story and Meaning Behind “Instant Karma! (We All Shine On),” John Lennon’s Impulsive Post-Beatles Smash

John Lennon felt the urge to not just write a song, but also record it in a hurry when he churned out “Instant Karma! (We All Shine On)” in early 1970. It was a message of positivity and ...
American Songwriter

On This Day in 1970, John Lennon Performed His Solo Hit “Instant Karma!” on BBC’s ‘Top of the Pops’

On this day (February 12) in 1970, John Lennon brought his song “Instant Karma!” to BBC’s Top of the Pops. He was the first Beatle to appear on the show since 1966. At the same time, the performance ...
Ultimate Classic Rock

See Newly Released Video of John Lennon’s 1972 Performance of ‘Instant Karma!’

A previously unseen live video of John Lennon, Yoko Ono and the Plastic Ono Band performing "Instant Karma! (We All Shine On)" from 1972 has been released. The clip was unveiled on the 53rd ...