God
John Lennon · Lennon - Signature Box [2010]
By which we measure
Our pain.
I'll say it again.
God is a concept,
By which we measure
Our pain.
I don't believe in magic
I don't believe in I-Ching
I don't believe in Bible
I don't believe in Tarot
I don't believe in Hitler
I don't believe in Jesus
I don't believe in Kennedy
I don't believe in Buddha
I don't believe in Mantra
I don't believe in Gita
I don't believe in Yoga
I don't believe in Kings
I don't believe in Elvis
I don't believe in Zimmerman
I don't believe in Beatles
I just believe in me
Yoko and me
And that's reality.
The dream is over,
What can I say?
The dream is over
Yesterday
I was the dreamweaver,
But now I'm reborn.
I was the walrus,
But now I'm John.
And so dear friends,
You just have to carry on
The dream is over.
God
God stands as a defining moment in John Lennon's solo career, showcasing his raw, introspective songwriting during the late 1970s. Released on the landmark album *Mind Games*, the track captures Lennon's spiritual questioning and his desire to strip away religious dogma in favor of personal truth. The recording features a driving rhythm section and Lennon's distinctive vocal delivery, emphasizing themes of disillusionment and self-reliance. As a cornerstone of his post-Beatles discography, the song highlights his ability to blend rock energy with profound philosophical inquiry. It remains a celebrated example of his mature artistic voice, reflecting the emotional depth and experimental spirit that characterized his work following the dissolution of The Beatles.