Woman

Zoo Freaks, your hippie DJs at THE ZOO are spinning the soulful vibes of Woman by John Lennon from his 1980 masterpiece Double Fantasy. This track, a heartfelt ode to Yoko Ono and women everywhere, carries a story as deep as its melody. Lennon revealed in a December 1980 Rolling Stone interview, just days before his tragic passing, that the song sparked during a sunny afternoon in Bermuda. He was struck by the realization of "what women do for us," calling them "the other half of the sky," a nod to a Chinese proverb popularized by Mao Zedong. That whisper at the song’s start? It’s Lennon quoting that proverb, tying his personal love for Ono to a universal truth. He also described Woman as a "grown-up version" of his Beatles classic Girl, blending nostalgia with maturity. Fun fact: a post on X from March 2025 notes the song hit number one in the UK in January 1981, a bittersweet triumph after Lennon’s death.

Another gem about Woman comes from its video, crafted by Yoko Ono in January 1981. Directed by photographer Ethan Russell, it captures Lennon and Ono strolling through Central Park near what would become Strawberry Fields, across from their Dakota home. Shot on November 26, 1980, it’s a tender snapshot of their bond, now a poignant relic. Fans on Reddit’s Beatles community often share how the song’s Beatlesque charm, with its melodic nod to tracks like If I Fell, hits home, especially for those who connect with Lennon’s later, family-focused work. Ultimate Classic Rock critic Stephen Lewis even crowned it Lennon’s greatest solo love song, a sentiment echoed across fan spaces like John Lennon Fans on Facebook.

Let’s rewind to how John Lennon, the legend behind Woman, kicked off his journey. Born John Winston Lennon on October 9, 1940, in Liverpool, England, he grew up in a working-class world rocked by post-war grit and music. As a teen, he caught the skiffle craze, a blend of jazz, blues, and folk that swept the UK. In 1956, at just 15, he formed The Quarrymen, a scrappy band named after his school. By 1960, this outfit morphed into The Beatles, with Lennon as co-lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist. His songwriting with Paul McCartney became the most successful partnership in music history, churning out hits like Strawberry Fields Forever. Lennon’s raw, raspy voice and sharp wit made him the "smart Beatle," a role he leaned into through films, books like In His Own Write, and peace activism. After the Beatles split in 1970, he launched a solo career with raw gems like Plastic Ono Band and Imagine, before stepping back in 1975 to raise his son Sean, only to return with Double Fantasy.

Zoo Freaks, you can dive deeper into Lennon’s world at his official website, packed with music, lyrics, and stories. Follow the legacy on Facebook, Instagram, and X, where posts keep his spirit alive with quotes, photos, and fan love. For community vibes, check out John Lennon Fans on Facebook, a lively group swapping stories and tributes. Fan sites like Beatles Bible offer detailed histories, while JPGR digs into Lennon’s discography with nerdy precision. Keep groovin’ with THE ZOO, and let Woman remind you of love’s universal power!