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Meaning
What we see directly is only a small part of what could be imagined or understood. Lennon is suggesting that reality is incomplete without interpretation, memory, or creativity. The line also hints that imagination can reveal more than plain appearances.
When It Was Said
2003
Who It Was Said To
Not documented yet.
Historical Context
As quoted in Sunday Herald Sun [Melbourne, Australia] (13 January 2003).
Source
As quoted in Sunday Herald Sun [Melbourne, Australia] (13 January 2003)]
Original Language & Translation
Originally said in English.
Did They Really Say It?
Listed with a cited source on Wikiquote: Sunday Herald Sun [Melbourne, Australia] (13 January 2003).
Did You Know?
John Lennon was an English musician and activist (1940–1980).
About John Lennon
English musician, songwriter and activist
John Lennon was an English musician, songwriter and activist. He became known worldwide as the founder of the Beatles, where he was a co-lead vocalist and played rhythm guitar, later also taking on lead and bass guitar, keyboards and other instruments. His songwriting partnership with Paul McCartney is still regarded as the most successful in history. Lennon’s public image also extended beyond music, through his activism and his role as one of the best-known figures of the Beatles era.
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