John Winston Ono Lennon (born John Winston Lennon; 9 October 1940 – 8 December 1980) was an English singer, songwriter and musician who gained worldwide fame as the founder, co-songwriter, co-lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist of
the Beatles. His work included music, writing, drawings and film. His songwriting partnership with
Paul McCartney remains the most successful in history. Born in Liverpool, Lennon became involved in the skiffle craze as a teenager. In 1956, he formed
The Quarrymen, which evolved into the Beatles in 1960. Sometimes called "the smart Beatle", Lennon…
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