Scared

John Lennon · Lennon - Signature Box [2010]

I'm scared, I'm scared, I'm scared

I'm scared, so scared

I'm scared, I'm scared, I'm scared

As the years roll away

And the price that I paid

And the straws slips away



You don't have to suffer

It is what it is

No bell book or candle

Can get you out of this, oh no!



I'm scarred, I'm scarred, I'm scarred

I'm scarred, uh huh

I'm scarred, I'm scarred, I'm scarred

Every day of my life

I just manage to survive

I just wanna stay alive



You don't have to worry

In heaven or hell

Just dance to the music

You do it so well, well, well!



Hatred and jealousy, gonna be the death of me

I guess I knew it right from the start

Sing out about love and peace

Don't wanna see the red raw meat

The green eyed goddamn straight from your heart



I'm tired, I'm tired, I'm tired

Of being so alone

No place to call my own

Like a rollin' stone

Scared - John Lennon

John Lennon's 'Scared' stands as a poignant addition to his discography, reflecting the introspective and socially conscious themes that defined his solo work. Recorded during the period following his marriage to Yoko Ono, the track captures the vulnerability and anxiety often explored in his later recordings. As part of the 'Lennon - Signature Box' compilation, the song complements other significant works from this era, including 'Sisters, O Sisters' and 'Steel And Glass', which collectively showcase Lennon's ability to blend personal emotion with broader cultural commentary. The recording exemplifies his signature style, characterized by melodic simplicity and lyrical depth, continuing the tradition of using music to address universal human experiences. This track remains a testament to his enduring influence on art rock and his commitment to exploring the complexities of the human condition through his music.