Instant Karma
John Lennon
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Instant Karma's gonna get you Gonna knock you right on the head You better get yourself together Pretty soon you're gonna be dead What in the world you thinking of Laughing in the face of love What on earth you tryin' to do It's up to you, yeah you Instant Karma's gonna get you Gonna look you right in the face Better get yourself together darlin' Join the human race How in the world you gonna see Laughin' at fools like me Who in the hell d'you think you are A super star Well, right you are Well we all shine on Like the moon and the stars and the sun Well we all shine on Ev'ryone come on Instant Karma's gonna get you Gonna knock you off your feet Better recognize your brothers Ev'ryone you meet Why in the world are we here Surely not to live in pain and fear Why on earth are you there When you're ev'rywhere Come and get your share Well we all shine on Like the moon and the stars and the sun Yeah we all shine on Come on and on and on on on Yeah yeah, alright, uh huh, ah Well we all shine on Like the moon and the stars and the sun Yeah we all shine on On and on and on on and on Well we all shine on Like the moon and the stars and the sun Well we all shine on Like the moon and the stars and the sun Well we all shine on Like the moon and the stars and the sun Yeah we all shine on Like the moon and the stars and the sun
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6 facts about this song
Historical significance"Instant Karma" was released as a single by John Lennon in 1970, making it one of his first solo releases after The Beatles disbanded.
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Chart successThe song reached number 3 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States and number 5 on the UK Singles Chart.
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Universal messageThe lyrics of "Instant Karma" convey the idea of reaping what you sow, with lines like "Instant karma's gonna get you / gonna knock you right in the head."
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CollaborationsIn addition to John Lennon's original version, "Instant Karma" has been covered by artists such as Paul Weller and U2, showcasing its enduring popularity and relevance.
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Social impactThe song's theme of karma and the consequences of one's actions resonated with listeners during a tumultuous time in history, with the Vietnam War and civil rights movements dominating the cultural landscape.
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TimelessnessDespite being written over 50 years ago, "Instant Karma" continues to be a powerful anthem that reminds people of the importance of living with integrity and compassion.
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