Elvis Presley was Lennon's first hero of note... a friend played him "Heartbreak Hotel" early in 1956, and Lennon said later "It was so beautiful, I couldn't speak." When The Beatles met Presley in 1965, Lennon reportedly told him to his face "Before you, there was nothing."
Lennon also spoke highly of his college friend Stuart Sutcliffe (the original Beatles bass player, who tragically died at 21 from a brain hemorrhage), and later admired artists like Michel Duchamp.
Elvis Presley.
He stood for and spoke out for Peace.
Smashing Pumpkins
John Lennon lived with his Aunt Mimi from 1945 until 1956. After his parents' separation, he moved in with her in Liverpool, England. During this time, he developed his passion for music and began forming his early identity as an artist. Aunt Mimi played a significant role in his upbringing, providing him with a stable home environment.
John Cage
John Lennon and Billy Corgan served as role models for Bono due to their artistic vision and commitment to social change. Lennon, as a member of The Beatles, revolutionized music and used his platform to advocate for peace and justice, while Corgan's work with The Smashing Pumpkins showcased a blend of introspection and emotional depth in songwriting. Both musicians inspired Bono to blend his musical career with activism, emphasizing the power of art to influence society. Their willingness to address personal and political themes resonated deeply with Bono's own values and mission.
He made some of the best music ever, was a peace activist and is a role model to a lot of people.
He stood for and spoke out for Peace.
Elvis Presley was one of them...dunno the rest.
John Michael Montgomery is a country singer, and an American role model. He has 30 singles on the charts, and is a hit music man. John Montgomery is a true American.
Smashing Pumpkins
John Lennon lived with his Aunt Mimi from 1945 until 1956. After his parents' separation, he moved in with her in Liverpool, England. During this time, he developed his passion for music and began forming his early identity as an artist. Aunt Mimi played a significant role in his upbringing, providing him with a stable home environment.
At the time of their break-up John was not disappointed that the Beatles had broken up as he resented all of the insinuations and blame that the other members had towards Yuko Ono and how (they believed) she had influenced John Lennon negatively towards the group. However, John Lennon was disappointed that his friendship with the members of the Beatles was damaged with each member carrying around hurt and resentment. After their breakup there were lawsuits concerning the royalties, from both the music and publishing rights, which added to the anger/resentment. There is no doubt that John Lennon cared for each member of the Beatles and that each member played a pivotal role in the dissolution of the Beatles. Fortunately, they left behind years of exceptional music including their own Solo recordings. GREAT QUESTION by the way.
John Cage
john wayne
John Lennon and Billy Corgan served as role models for Bono due to their artistic vision and commitment to social change. Lennon, as a member of The Beatles, revolutionized music and used his platform to advocate for peace and justice, while Corgan's work with The Smashing Pumpkins showcased a blend of introspection and emotional depth in songwriting. Both musicians inspired Bono to blend his musical career with activism, emphasizing the power of art to influence society. Their willingness to address personal and political themes resonated deeply with Bono's own values and mission.
Big Pun
John Lennon