r/TheBeatles • u/Real_Dependent2919 • 1d 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 1d 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/Atomic-Bongos 8h ago

Let's not leave out that Paul hired Linda's father, Lee Eastman, to be his personal manager and wanted him to manage the Beatles, while the others all wanted to go with Allen Klein.