The Ballad Of John Yoko
John Lennon · Other Songs - John Lennon
Trying to get to Holland or France
The man in the mac said, ?You've got to go back?
You know they didn't even give us a chance
Christ! You know it ain't easy
You know how hard it can be
The way things are going
They're going to crucify me
Finally made the plane into Paris
Honeymooning down by the Seine
Peter Brown called to say, ?You can make it O.K.
You can get married in Gibraltar near Spain?
Christ! You know it ain't easy
You know how hard it can be
The way things are going
They're going to crucify me
Drove from Paris to the Amsterdam Hilton
Talking in our beds for a week
The news people said, ?Say, what're you doing in bed??
I said, ?We're only trying to get us some peace!?
Christ! You know it ain't easy
You know how hard it can be
The way things are going
They're going to crucify me
Saving up your money for a rainy day
Giving all your clothes to charity
Last night the wife said, ?Oh boy, when you're dead
You don't take nothing with you but your soul, think!?
Made a lightning trip to Vienna
Eating chocolate cake in a bag
The newspapers said, ?She's gone to his head
They look just like two gurus in drag?
Christ! You know it ain't easy
You know how hard it can be
The way things are going
They're going to crucify me
Caught the early plane back to London
Fifty acorns tied in a sack
The men from the press said, ?We wish you success
It's good to have the both of you back?
Christ! You know it ain't easy
You know how hard it can be
The way things are going
They're going to crucify me
The way things are going
They're going to crucify me
The Ballad Of John Yoko
John Lennon's "The Ballad Of John Yoko" stands as a playful, self-referential anthem from his post-Beatles era. Released during a period of intense personal and professional reinvention, the track captures Lennon's characteristic wit and his deep devotion to his wife, Yoko Ono. The song's driving rhythm and straightforward structure reflect the raw energy of his solo work, moving away from the complex harmonies of his earlier band days. It serves as a lighthearted yet sincere tribute to their partnership, highlighting how their relationship became a central theme in his songwriting. This recording remains a staple of his discography, illustrating his ability to blend humor with genuine emotion in a concise, memorable format that resonates with fans of his solo catalog.