His death not only deprived the world of a great musical talent, but it also shone a light on the prevalence of guns and violence in American society, giving the rest of the world a chance to air their feelings about it.
All over the world today newspapers and radio and television programs gave special sustained coverage of Lennon’s death.John Lawrence
As a founding member of the Beatles, John Lennon's song writing skills brought great joy to millions around the world.
After his death, the most successful song of his solo career, Imagine, went to number one in the American charts.
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