(Just Like) Starting Over

Yoko Ono, John Lennon

About (Just Like) Starting Over

"(Just Like) Starting Over" is a song written and performed by John Lennon from the 1980 album, Double Fantasy. It was released as a single on 24 October 1980 in the United Kingdom and three days later in the United States, with Yoko Ono's "Kiss Kiss Kiss" as the B-side. It reached number one in both the US and UK after Lennon was murdered on 8 December 1980. In 2013, Billboard Magazine ranked it as the 62nd biggest song of all time on the Billboard Hot 100 charts. It was Lennon's last single released in his lifetime.  


Year:
1982
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Our life together
Is so precious together
We have grown, we have grown
Although our love is still special
Let's take a chance and fly away
Somewhere alone

It's been too long since we took the time
No-one's to blame, I know time flies so quickly
But when I see you darling
It's like we both are falling in love again
It'll be just like starting over
Starting over

Everyday we used to make it love
Why can't we be making love nice and easy
It's time to spread our wings and fly
Don't let another day go by my love
It'll be just like starting over
Starting over

Why don't we take off alone
Take a trip somewhere far, far away
We'll be together all alone again
Like we used to in the early days
Well, well, well darling

It's been too long since we took the time
No-one's to blame, I know time flies so quickly
But when I see you darling
It's like we both are falling in love again
It'll be just like starting over
Starting over

Our life together
Is so precious together
We have grown, we have grown
Although our love still is special
Let's take a chance and fly away somewhere

(Over and over and over)

Starting over (over and over and over)

(And over and over and over)

(Over and over and over)

(And over and over and over)

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John Lennon

John Ono Lennon MBE, born John Winston Lennon (9 October 1940 – 8 December 1980) was an English musician, singer and songwriter who rose to worldwide fame as a founder, and member of the Beatles, one of the most commercially successful and critically acclaimed acts in the history of popular music. Together with Paul McCartney, he formed one of the most celebrated songwriting partnerships of the 20th century. Lennon left the Beatles at the end of the sixties soon after meeting Yoko Ono. He formed the Plastic Ono Band and continued a succesful solo career recording until 1975, when his second child Sean Lennon was born. In 1980, with the release of the LP "Double Fantasy," Lennon was once more in the publice eye. Lennon passed away after being shot b… more »

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Written by: JOHN LENNON

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10 facts about this song

Song Creation and Release
"(Just Like) Starting Over" is a song written and performed by John Lennon, a member of the world-famous British band, "The Beatles". The track was officially released on 24th October 1980.
Album Inclusion
The song is the opening track on John Lennon's final studio album, "Double Fantasy", which was a collaboration with his wife Yoko Ono.
About The Song
The song represents Lennon's wish to break free from the expectations of his past, and his ambition to embark on a new journey with Yoko.
Chart Performance
Following the tragic death of John Lennon, "(Just Like) Starting Over" rose to the top of the charts, reaching number one position on the UK Singles Chart and the US Billboard Hot 100.
Song’s Length
The song runs for a total of 3 minutes and 56 seconds.
Critical Recption
Critics praised Lennon's refreshing, upbeat song style which contrasted with much of his earlier solo work.
Recording Information
"(Just Like) Starting Over" was recorded at The Hit Factory in New York City during the summer of 1980.
Unique Song Title
Initially, the song was simply titled "Starting Over". The phrase "Just Like" was added at the last minute because Lennon felt it added an extra touch of nostalgia.
Musical Style
The musical style of the song is a conscious attempt by Lennon to reflect the rock and roll music of the 1950s. This echoes Lennon's own musical roots.
Tribute to Lennon
After Lennon's death, "(Just Like) Starting Over" has often been played in remembrance of him, symbolizing his tragic loss and his vision of new beginnings which were sadly cut short. It's also the last single Lennon released in his lifetime.

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