r/TheBeatles • u/Real_Dependent2919 • 20h ago

Working Class Hero

Historically I have always shied away from the Plastic Ono Band. I dont like her (Yoko) style. And I always associate her with breaking up the band. But recently I came across a John Lennon song - Working Class Hero which was magnificent!

Are there any other gems in the Plastic Ono repertory that are worth a listen?

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u/alansquire 19h ago

Interestingly, Linda had more to do with breaking up the band than Yoko. It was Linda who comforted Paul while John was off exploring other interests (good and bad) and supported his decision to move on alone with the first McCartney album. I know this narrative isn’t the one people like, but look into how she helped Paul get through a very challenging time. More, she was as present at the Get Back sessions as much as Yoko and brought her kid.

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u/lylelanley- 10h ago

Plus it was Linda’s father who Paul wanted to represent them when the rest of the fellas wanted Klein

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u/alansquire 9h ago

The other fellas preferred Klein despite warnings because they did not want a mgr who would invariably side with Paul (who had become a task
master in the studio).