Sickening that you would mention the people of Ukraine only in the War. Especially in light of the song that's playing. John wondered if everyone could imagine and apparently everyone cannot. You have no understanding of this song.
@@Lessontobe What on Earth are you wittering on about? The people of Ukraine did not start this war and are not complicit in it! Like Hitler and umpteen other megalomaniacs before him, Russian dictator Vladimir Putin fed his own people lies and propaganda before he INVADED another country, murdering civilians - unarmed men, women, children and elderly people - without a moment's conscience.
@@glamdolly30 What a shame! The world is full of stupid people unable to think clearly. The PEOPLE of UKRAINE and the PEOPLE of RUSSIA are just that PEOPLE! Not part of an evil few who starts WARS. To make a blanket statement supporting or villainizing either country is idiotic and a dishonor to the song being commented on.
John would be incredibly proud. Julian is so talented in his own right, and he takes his father’s song and brings it to a new level. Bless you, Julian. Keep singing. You have a very special gift, and thank you for sharing it with us. 🎶❤️🎶
@@brmc6145 He is ASKED about his father every 5 minutes and has had to stand up and try to find himself inside the reality of his father's memory and how huge it is, what are you talking about?
I don’t think he ever wanted to touch the stuff of the man who kinda ignored him/was busy being a heroine addict/having another life while he was a kid… think it mostly kinda sucked for him to have John as his “dad”
Wow! I have always understood Julian not wanting to sing his father’s songs, but I have always always always wished that some day he might do this one. Thank you Julian! You did an awesome job and it truly made my heart swell. ✌️❤️🇺🇦🙏
Wow! In tears and chills. I survived Beatlemania and I know every nuance of every Beatle song and to hear John Lennon's beautiful son sing this as his father did is amazing! Very, very special. ❤️
Never has any rendition of this song been more appropriate. A call to peace in a true time of need. Julian Lennon, thank you for this gripping rendition of your father's song. Significant, and brave.
A song that starts out with “imagine there’s no heaven” and “imagine there’s no countries” is appropriate when two countries are at war? And the people that are fighting and dying are doing so for their country?
I can't even begin to imagine how hard it was for Julian to sing this song, and the fact he did finally sing it isn't lost on millions of folks. God Bless You @Julian Lennon.
@@DavidAndrewsPEC You can scream and shout as much as you want in order to intimidate the facts, it won't work! This is the dirtiest abuse ever done to John Lennon's legacy. It is truly disgusting!
I definitely agree with you Vickie. To those who commented or liked the "Atheist' comments. You really have no concept of love or peace just evil and hate in your very soul. Sad.
Ты, наверно, даже можешь показать нам старинные монеты государства "украина", которого никогда не существовало, как и такого народа, придуманного австрийцами, поляками и коммунистами всего 100-150 лет назад.
dear Natasha, god bless you and your family....stay strong and hold on....my thoughts and prayers are with you.....all we are saying is give peace a chance....
Natasha please stay strong, your beautiful country will prevail! And if you don’t feel safe and want to leave, all of Europe will welcome you, including us up north here in Sweden!
After 42 yrs, we have finally heard Johns voice once again. I cant stop crying. And his message is more important than ever. Thank you Julian! Thank you!!
You honor your father Julian. I am now 71 and can understand why you didn't sing this beautiful song, I am thankful that you knew so many of us needed to hear this again, in this time of great sadness a candle still burns for dreams. Thankyou so much. I needed to cry.
@Kat bow I absolutely want to do the same. Julian was beautifully gifted from his father and he gave us a great time to IMAGINE all of the people we're standing up for.
That is what I was thinking. Had he lived I think John woul have enjoyed singing, playing, harmonising, composing,writing , or just jamming g with Julian and they would have grown closer.
No question - this is a superb performance of 'Imagine', surely the finest anthem for peace on Earth ever written. John fathered two fantastic men in Julian and Sean. I'm certain he is intensely proud of his boys.
Oh my gosh. I cried through this whole song. John came out in Jules. He covered it so beautifully. I’ve been a die hard Beatles fan my whole life. He swore he’d never cover this, but bless his heart, he knew this was definitely the time to do it. May God bless the Ukrainian residents and may God bless all who read this.
@@chikkipop IKR!!! Amanda apparently doesn't listen to the lyrics or understand them. Imagine there's no heaven It's easy if you try No hell below us Above us, only sky Imagine all the people Livin' for today Imagine there's no countries It isn't hard to do Nothing to kill or die for And no religion, too
@@shahaffiq5860 John can imagine and so can we all, generally speaking. John is inviting us to do so, for the benefit of a future better world which starts in our collective imagination. Imagination is a wonderful thing.
Fantastic rendition. You can hear a little of John coming thru. I miss him still after all these years. Growing up during the Beatles rein was the best. Carry on Julian.
He is his Father's Son! Said he never wanted to sing this Song but now was the right time. He always wanted to do his own music and everyone can understand that knowing who his Father is. Huge shoes to fill. I am so glad he finally decided this was the right time in honor of Ukraine. Perfect song for the moment in time. And a gift to the World as we have all missed this Song and that voice. John would be so proud. I sat here and closed my eyes and for a moment I was back in time. It is a Prayer for the World and Peace. Thank you, Julian!
Wow. Just wow. I am one of those people who always says no one should ever sing the song except for John Lennon. Except now…Julian you did such an amazing job. Your father would be so proud. Thank you for giving the world this gift that we didn’t even know that we needed. I agree with other comments that you should sell it as a single and raise money for Ukraine.
The song "Imagine" is a non- sequiter of thought and reason. The idiocy and sentiment of the lyrics should be despised. The loss of religion in this world is the problem with families and cultures. Please stop swooning over infantile trash. He is singing "Imagine no countries" as a way of helping a country..Stupid song. Slimy individual in yoko ono etc.
I watch this my eyes filled with tears, this gave me chills. Julian has a gorgeous voice, he is absolutely amazing. Thank you Julian for sharing this with the world.
wow...my first time hearing this and actually my first time hearing you sing...I had no idea as I had not followed you until recent months. absolutely love your voice..its quite comforting to hear you sing, I believe he's reaching out to you and to the world through your voice. So thank you so much Julian for taking us back in time and also for bringing your father back to us, to millions of us who still, to this day, miss him terribly.
Julian, I’ve always respected your decision in regards to your fathers library and legacy. It’s not an easy thing to grow up with. This is a perfect way to honor the Ukrainian people to provide strength, peace, and courage. Most importantly, you made it your own. Many are saying how proud your dad is but also I hope that you’re feeling the same for yourself. Thank you for continuing his gift in your own way to us all.
I'm sure Sean has listened to this and he must be really proud of his big brother just like all of us Lennon fans!!!!! This is absolutely beautiful Julian!!!! Well done!!!!👏👏👏
It must be terribly difficult to live in such a famous father's shadow. For some of us it's such an incredible blessing to hear John's song so well done, brings back so many incredible memories. Thank you.
Nah. The terribly difficult part was watching his dad fall under the spell of a heartless parasite who wanted to erase him and destroy any connection between father and son. Heartbreaking
Julian didn’t have the love he needed from his father -- but we all loved him from day 1. I wish he could have felt and feel that. He is a good man. His beautiful mother’s son.
Yes, Julian hit it out of the park and I "imagine" his father is proud of him as we all are. I would like to add someone else who is proud of him... Cynthia Lennon, his wonderful and loving mother. She raised a very kind and giving man. The people of Ukraine and elsewhere appreciate what you have done, Julian!
I've been a huge Beatles fan all my life and a Julian fan since the 80's but even I couldn't expect how moved I became by this performance. So many layers of meaning and history there. I bet that it means a lot to Paul to see that, 'Jude' really did grow up to be happy and talented and amazing.
This would have been appropriate in 2014, but today it is not. Supporting Ukrainian fascists with this song is the opposite of what it was written for.
As a teenager of the mid 70’s, I heard this song on the radio countless times. It always gave me a sense of peace and tranquillity. God, I miss those days. Thank you Julian, son of John. Peace and love.
I have always thought this as well. he sounds all his own. And yet, if you close your eyes you can hear his Dad in there. Its beautiful. Like hes still here with us in his own way.
It's a timeless and beautiful song ,we need more songs like this.Ace Frehley has a song called remember me .thats a good anti war song.Russia needs to pull out. And put Putin in prison!
This was beyond beautiful and gave me chills. “Imagine” is, in my opinion, the world’s most “needed” song in existence. No other song can do what “Imagine” does for those who listen during times of great tragedy. I know people often wish John was here to inspire hope during such times. Well, this performance did exactly that. The world needs “Imagine” now more than ever, and this was the ONLY way it could have been done justice. I particularly loved the touch with the piano, which doesn’t actually get played during the performance but instead is covered in candles, the most important of which being the ones on the keys, representing John’s presence as a third performer of his iconic song. Thank you Julian for giving the world exactly what it needed.
I think this man is such a credit to himself, what a massive load he has carried and we have never seen him acting disgracefully, his mother will be so very proud of him as she looks down on him .
Julian is 19 years older than his dad ever got to be, yet his voice is still youthful. Despite the obvious similarity of their voices, Julian deliberately avoids imitation. Guitar instead of piano, harmony near the end (nice touch!), and a softening of the distinctive sharpness of John's voice. It's eerie to hear the ghost of John Lennon being channeled through his son, and it's a bit sad to realize Julian probably had good reason to avoid singing his father's music for 40 years.
Thank you for using your celebrity to shine a light on the devastation of the Ukrainian people, even though this had to be difficult. I closed my eyes and wept as I listened to a son sing his dad’s song, just like it was intended, many years ago. Your fans adore you.
Thank you, Julian. All the World needs this right now & hearing these lyrics from you, make it so humble & powerful at the same time.☮ ❤🙏 As we lift up the people of Ukraine in prayer, We should live in thankfulness to God, for our many blessings. I am also thankful for you & the message this song Continues to bring our World. Peace & Love ...& Prayers.
Wahrhaftige Worte. Gott 🔱ist die💛 Liebe, Gott🔱 ist das Wort, Gott 🔱☁️🔆☁️🌟ist das Licht, Gott ist das A und O. Gott sei Dank 🙏 Die Ehrfurcht des Herren ist der Anfang der Weisheit und des Verstandes .
THE UNIVERSE CRIES EVERY TIME THAT "IMAGINE" SOUNDS. AND THIS TIME WITH JULIAN ON VOCALS. WHAT MORE CAN I SAY ? HEY JULES , YOU'RE GREAT AND YOU'VE A GOLDEN ❤️. DON'T CHANGE NEVER .
@John Andrew MacDonald MR.MacDonald. In this world there is something called freedom. If you don't like "imagine ".you don't have to feel forced to listen to It. Can I recommend something to you❓🤔❓🤔❓🤔❓🤔 Listen to the entire JULIAN LENNON OR THE BEATLES catalogue and you'll tell me. From Love me do to The end, has no waste.Believe me. IT IS PURE MAGIC OF GALACTIC WORLDS YET TO BE DISCOVERED. 😇👽😎👽🙃👽🤗👽 ☮️☮️☮️☮️☮️☮️☮️☮️☮️☮️☮️☮️☮️ ALL WE ARE SAYING IS GIVE PEACE ☮️☮️☮️☮️☮️☮️☮️☮️☮️☮️☮️☮️☮️ A CHANCE.
When Julian started singing, I was such a fan. I never understand why he didn’t keep going with it. Him singing this song is so special. I hope he releases it.
But this song is not about freedom. It is about the opposite, living under communist control of the people, total lossof freedom and submission. No ideas, no goals. Everything is decided for you.
Congrats to Julian for making this song "His' and not a copycat like his dad's. He took this song and totally made it his own style, YET, didn't rip his fathers song off. He struck a perfect balance between both worlds. THAT is a mark of professional Muscianship, and his voice is just remarkable.
@@scottmjohnson1980-Perhaps one should do a bit of research before making uninformed allegations/comments. Not my job to school you, school yourself. One instance of hitting his first wife doesn't make him a wife beater. Look it up.
I adore his voice! Lovely vibrato… definitely has its own identity when compared to his father. Beautiful tribute to both the Ukrainian people and his dad. Always felt Julian deserved WAY more credit as an artist in his own right!
His breathing really reminds me of his father. Where it cuts off and how he finishes words. Those more airy and breathy vowels sound hauntingly like John. Julian certainly has a voice that is distinct from his father's, but those moments in this song where their voices become indistinguishable from one another add something really special to this cover. No one else could do this song in this exact way, and that's pretty special. Well done.
False... It preaches there is no Heaven. I can do without the Hell part but Heaven is the the hope for all humans. You realize in your comment you say you are praying for the Ukraine people which is good yet this song is a atheist song. I assume you are praying to Jesus.
Julian, you touched the world with this rendition. Also love your new songs too. And Happy Birdy to you. "Imagine all the people, living life in peace..." Thank you for this.
@@eamonnburke5810 I am sure most Russians are opposed to the war. You are in a very difficult position. I’m sure the sanctions are hurting the Average Russians more than those in charge. I pray for you and all of the Ukrainians and all innocent people hurt by this awful war.
I just learned about this 5 minutes ago so when exactly did he"touch the world"with this? He did a good job. Too bad he's doing it all for the sake of a sucker wag the dog war.
"Imagine" has always been my favorite song ever. It so totally put my dreams for the world into words. As a 60s flower child, I thought it would happen once the Viet Nam War ended but it is only worse. Thank you, Julian, for performing "Imagine" for us and for the Ukraine.
Enormous courage, stelpping up, face to face, diving into Dad's spiritual pool and in so doing, Julian takes possession of his own unique genius. Brilliant. The song came back to a new life, brought tears
Julian Lennon, is one of my favorite artists..... he is a fantastic human being.....Thanks for sharing this beautiful song by your dad....God bless you, Julian!
Oh my goodness Julian I have tears in my eyes your voice though unique sounds like your father. I was born in 56 and went to Beatles concert I was about 12 years old, had to put my hands on my ears every one screaming for Paul. Imagine is an eternal song. You are so very special. Much love Cheryl Spurr
This is wonderful. I can't blame you for not usually singing your father's songs and spending your entire life being compared to him, but I think you're the only singer who could sing this one now and make it so emotional. Respect for making the exception for Ukraine.
Underline the only singer who could do this song justice. Julian is a fabulous artist and singer. How wonderful he is sharing his gift for Ukrainian. ♥️
Your father would be proud of you, Julian. Thank you on behalf of the Ukrainian people ♥️
Sickening that you would mention the people of Ukraine only in the War. Especially in light of the song that's playing. John wondered if everyone could imagine and apparently everyone cannot. You have no understanding of this song.
This song praises communism. Which side is Julian? Russians? I hate commies and this song!
@@Lessontobe What on Earth are you wittering on about? The people of Ukraine did not start this war and are not complicit in it!
Like Hitler and umpteen other megalomaniacs before him, Russian dictator Vladimir Putin fed his own people lies and propaganda before he INVADED another country, murdering civilians - unarmed men, women, children and elderly people - without a moment's conscience.
@@glamdolly30 What a shame! The world is full of stupid people unable to think clearly. The PEOPLE of UKRAINE and the PEOPLE of RUSSIA are just that PEOPLE! Not part of an evil few who starts WARS. To make a blanket statement supporting or villainizing either country is idiotic and a dishonor to the song being commented on.
@@Lessontobe _ So, how many Russians have been killed or suffered despicable atrocities in this war? -
John would be incredibly proud. Julian is so talented in his own right, and he takes his father’s song and brings it to a new level. Bless you, Julian. Keep singing. You have a very special gift, and thank you for sharing it with us. 🎶❤️🎶
Julian, you did the song, and your dad, proud. Just beautiful.
Great job!!!! Beautiful… I would aleways do this in Karaoke
The right person to sing this song and bring John ‘s music alive. Bravo Julian.
What if Sean was singing it with him?
that would be so awesome!@@martykeaton182
@@martykeaton182he was playing guitar.
@@corinnecarlman9992Nuno Bettencourt. Not Sean
For charity. For support of Ukraine, and that is the only reason Julian did it.
Amazing voice like his dads. Total respect for a man who has never tried to piggyback off his dads fame.
@@brmc6145 He is ASKED about his father every 5 minutes and has had to stand up and try to find himself inside the reality of his father's memory and how huge it is, what are you talking about?
I don’t think he ever wanted to touch the stuff of the man who kinda ignored him/was busy being a heroine addict/having another life while he was a kid… think it mostly kinda sucked for him to have John as his “dad”
@@dikdik1313 .. 👍👍 Sometimes you just have to wonder about these people. ☺️
@@vv9452 people will always believe the mythology rather than the truth; speak the truth anyway
He should have piggybacking to get his foot in the door. He is very good!
Wow! I have always understood Julian not wanting to sing his father’s songs, but I have always always always wished that some day he might do this one. Thank you Julian! You did an awesome job and it truly made my heart swell. ✌️❤️🇺🇦🙏
I cried happy tears listening and watching it for the first time yesterday. 💖🐾🥲🙏😺🐾💖
Truly tremendous. Thank you, Julian!
And he used his birthday to do it!
You did a fine job Julian. Your voice is very nice.
I'm crying...such a great song and his son sing it such a pleasure to here him sing this especially now !!
Wow! In tears and chills. I survived Beatlemania and I know every nuance of every Beatle song and to hear John Lennon's beautiful son sing this as his father did is amazing! Very, very special. ❤️
His voice is exactly like his fathers this is such a gift to hear him sing this. Goosebumps.
He does not sound exactly like his father at all.
A gentle and sensitive heart.
@@charlenemack7040is his own but reminds you of John 🎉
He sounds like Julian Lennon
John missed out on a wonderful son! ❤
Thankyou Julian.
Your Support For Ukraine 🇺🇦 Is Truly A Blessing 💞.
Your Father Would Be Proud. ❤
🙏💗🙏
Y seguramente lo estará desde el cielo
Never has any rendition of this song been more appropriate. A call to peace in a true time of need. Julian Lennon, thank you for this gripping rendition of your father's song. Significant, and brave.
A song that starts out with “imagine there’s no heaven” and “imagine there’s no countries” is appropriate when two countries are at war? And the people that are fighting and dying are doing so for their country?
@@frankzappa9148 These folks are either stoned or stupid or both.
you have no idea about whats going on or who is doing what but you have an opinion ... of course
Maybe listen to the rest of the song before getting judgy
❤His father 👨 👨🍼 must be very proud 👏 🥲 🥰 I've been waiting for year's to hear Julian sing this song 🎵 He sounds like his father 👨
Mejor diría yo...❤
It’s surreal to hear Julian sing his dad’s song. I never thought I would ever see this. ❤️👏 Thank You Julian.
In such a hardship the world has been going through Julian has gifted us singing this "Hymn to Peace".
Thanks a lot,Julian!
I am Ukrainian. I have no words to express how grateful I am. thank you, Julian! just thank you!
Hang in there! Americans are standing behind you to stop Putin.
Julian partner is Ukrainian and would like to say thank you
@@HelgaTopolska
We are with you from wherever on earth freedom is held above all!
Slava Ukraini!
He is such a good singer....first time I heard him sing. Love him singing his father's song.
hes good but not as good as his father
@willyrollo9292 but he is a far better man than his father.
@@larryh7760 que aporto?.
I can't even begin to imagine how hard it was for Julian to sing this song, and the fact he did finally sing it isn't lost on millions of folks.
God Bless You @Julian Lennon.
He sounds and looks so much like his Dad. A beautiful song that the world needed then and needs now.
Agree
That's just Dumb. Imagine a world 🌍 without God??? You people are living it. How's it going???
Unfortunately he supports fascists which is the opposite of what his father stood for.
@@hans-joachimbierwirth4727 Go away.
@@DavidAndrewsPEC You can scream and shout as much as you want in order to intimidate the facts, it won't work! This is the dirtiest abuse ever done to John Lennon's legacy. It is truly disgusting!
So much like his dad. God bless Julian. Many prayers for the Ukraine.
it's a atheist song
Definitely an atheist song.
@@doneestoner9945 god bless the atheist song lol
I definitely agree with you Vickie.
To those who commented or liked the "Atheist' comments. You really have no concept of love or peace just evil and hate in your very soul. Sad.
@@jimmykouba4494 Atheist 316: never truss or believe a Christen-Aman..
You’re truly your father’s son! Thank you Julian❤️People of Ukraine appreciate you doing this!
Ты, наверно, даже можешь показать нам старинные монеты государства "украина", которого никогда не существовало, как и такого народа, придуманного австрийцами, поляками и коммунистами всего 100-150 лет назад.
Thank you from Ukraine! 🇺🇦 This is VERY important for our people and humanity. And long live your father’s memory ❤️
This song is about communism! It's like saying they want Soviet Union back! This is brain-wash!
Our prayers are with you. God bless Ukraine and all it's people.
Now a siren sounds in Odessa, I sit in the corridor and listen to this song, I cry and I am very grateful for the support for Ukraine🇺🇦
Stay strong Natasha! My heart is with you! love from Romania!
i pray every night for your country
dear Natasha, god bless you and your family....stay strong and hold on....my thoughts and prayers are with you.....all we are saying is give peace a chance....
I'm so sorry. We are here for you Natasha.
Natasha please stay strong, your beautiful country will prevail! And if you don’t feel safe and want to leave, all of Europe will welcome you, including us up north here in Sweden!
After 42 yrs, we have finally heard Johns voice once again. I cant stop crying. And his message is more important than ever. Thank you Julian! Thank you!!
Baby...
@@toddreier13 troll
He does sound like John. Makes me cry 😢
JULIAN, WELL DONE. YOU MAKE THE WORLD A BETTER PLACE WITH YOUR KINDNESS & HONESTY!! BLESS YOU.❤
You honor your father Julian. I am now 71 and can understand why you didn't sing this beautiful song, I am thankful that you knew so many of us needed to hear this again, in this time of great sadness a candle still burns for dreams. Thankyou so much. I needed to cry.
What, no Spotify? 🤣
His farther doesn’t deserve to be honoured after abandoning him like he did. This version simply erases John Lennons version!
@Kat bow I absolutely want to do the same. Julian was beautifully gifted from his father and he gave us a great time to IMAGINE all of the people we're standing up for.
@Piscesempress 😂
@@sannag.8133 You do not know what situations happen in other families. How can you judge the acts of others if you do not know their heart.
Julian's take on this song is bone chillingly beautiful. Best version I have ever heard. What a voice!!!
This is amazing…. I not only hear Julian’s voice but I also hear his father’s voice too. Beautiful
He sounds just like his dad.
Like father like son nice voice
So similar
Me encanta gracias por esa canción. Y que mejor que sea de tu padre
And that what makes it pleasant to hear him
Dear Julian, with today's technology you and your dad could sing this together. This was awesome, your dad is smiling.
Esta versió es mas hermosa cantada por Julian...él de un ❤ verdaderamente bondadoso y su voz la mejor.....te amo Julian ❤
That is what I was thinking. Had he lived I think John woul have enjoyed singing, playing, harmonising, composing,writing , or just jamming g with Julian and they would have grown closer.
There’s a version on UA-cam of both of them singing this song back and forth.
I never "imagined" I would ever hear Julian singing his dad's iconic song, quite amazing and I think he would be very proud of his son.
I can't believe after all these years. I love it. Great job Julian !
No question - this is a superb performance of 'Imagine', surely the finest anthem for peace on Earth ever written. John fathered two fantastic men in Julian and Sean. I'm certain he is intensely proud of his boys.
Fantastic
Yeah, right. He pretty much abandoned this son and his mother.
@@AztecWenchYes, unfortunately that's true. But Cynthia was a wonderful mother and look at the result...❤️💓💜.....!!
Oh my gosh. I cried through this whole song. John came out in Jules. He covered it so beautifully. I’ve been a die hard Beatles fan my whole life. He swore he’d never cover this, but bless his heart, he knew this was definitely the time to do it. May God bless the Ukrainian residents and may God bless all who read this.
There's a god? How strange that such a being would allow such carnage, but then listen to someone's request to "bless" people (whatever that means).
@@chikkipop IKR!!! Amanda apparently doesn't listen to the lyrics or understand them.
Imagine there's no heaven
It's easy if you try
No hell below us
Above us, only sky
Imagine all the people
Livin' for today
Imagine there's no countries
It isn't hard to do
Nothing to kill or die for
And no religion, too
@@u2kimbow imagine only. John can only imagine.
@@shahaffiq5860 John can imagine and so can we all, generally speaking. John is inviting us to do so, for the benefit of a future better world which starts in our collective imagination. Imagination is a wonderful thing.
@@shahaffiq5860 I do not speak for Dennis, but to your comment I would respond that you missed the point of what he said.
WOW Julian....it's your BIRTHDAY and you are giving all of us a rare gift. Thank you Julian! Your voice gave my goosebumps goosebumps!
Fantastic rendition. You can hear a little of John coming thru. I miss him still after all these years. Growing up during the Beatles rein was the best. Carry on Julian.
He is his Father's Son! Said he never wanted to sing this Song but now was the right time. He always wanted to do his own music and everyone can understand that knowing who his Father is. Huge shoes to fill. I am so glad he finally decided this was the right time in honor of Ukraine. Perfect song for the moment in time. And a gift to the World as we have all missed this Song and that voice. John would be so proud. I sat here and closed my eyes and for a moment I was back in time. It is a Prayer for the World and Peace. Thank you, Julian!
"He is his father's son" well no fucking shit
@@jaxsienplays9884 boy oh boy….you guys sure are mean!😂
Perfect song..perfect timing..perfect Son w your Dad’s Music for The World. Thank you Julian.❤️
Julian, this version MUST be released on vinyl with profits being donated.
It surely would be supported by your father. 🙏
Yes, and some of the money being donated to Julian's WHITE FEATHER FOUNDATION
Good idea. We will always need this message.
Great idea...👍...
Vinyl's for crusties. 🙄
Yes, for NATO sending more bombs and tanks to Ukraine
Wow. Just wow. I am one of those people who always says no one should ever sing the song except for John Lennon. Except now…Julian you did such an amazing job. Your father would be so proud. Thank you for giving the world this gift that we didn’t even know that we needed. I agree with other comments that you should sell it as a single and raise money for Ukraine.
Tracy Spencer did a wonderful job singing this
The song "Imagine" is a non- sequiter of thought and reason. The idiocy and sentiment of the lyrics should be despised. The loss of religion in this world is the problem with families and cultures. Please stop swooning over infantile trash. He is singing "Imagine no countries" as a way of helping a country..Stupid song. Slimy individual in yoko ono etc.
Thank you dear Julian. Tears in my eyes... Let every word of this song come true. From Ukraine
Magnificent, he did this song and his dad's memory proud. He is his own man and an accomplished musician and photographer.
Its a bit comforting after losing John, that we have Julian.
@Julian Lennon - Topic ❤️
I watch this my eyes filled with tears, this gave me chills. Julian has a gorgeous voice, he is absolutely amazing. Thank you Julian for sharing this with the world.
A beautiful song I remember in 1980, when I was 14, Julian Lennon a awesome singer and John Lennon both are awesome song writer
Exactly the effect on me too.
Same here. I shut my eyes and listened. WOW !
@@cissymckinley3154 I know!! It’s like John again. Tears and goosebumps!
Me as well
Omg it’s like John and Julian’s spirits merged in this s song. So amazing and heartfelt! Peace to you Julian❤
Just amazing and so much like your father OMG
@@andylloyd8068very much so it’s bittersweet considering how horrible John was
wow...my first time hearing this and actually my first time hearing you sing...I had no idea as I had not followed you until recent months. absolutely love your voice..its quite comforting to hear you sing, I believe he's reaching out to you and to the world through your voice. So thank you so much Julian for taking us back in time and also for bringing your father back to us, to millions of us who still, to this day, miss him terribly.
Julian, I’ve always respected your decision in regards to your fathers library and legacy. It’s not an easy thing to grow up with. This is a perfect way to honor the Ukrainian people to provide strength, peace, and courage. Most importantly, you made it your own. Many are saying how proud your dad is but also I hope that you’re feeling the same for yourself. Thank you for continuing his gift in your own way to us all.
This! I’m so inspired by the path you’ve forged for yourself, and how you show us all how to carry the heavy baggage we were handed.
Very well said. Thank you.
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Amazing…. I love it…
How proud his dad is ? John Lennon never gave a $heet about Julian. Sean was the one he never neglected and loved.
I'm sure Sean has listened to this and he must be really proud of his big brother just like all of us Lennon fans!!!!! This is absolutely beautiful Julian!!!! Well done!!!!👏👏👏
He does it better than John did
@@debbietros1211 I love both renditions equally!!!!! 👍💚
It must be terribly difficult to live in such a famous father's shadow. For some of us it's such an incredible blessing to hear John's song so well done, brings back so many incredible memories. Thank you.
Nah. The terribly difficult part was watching his dad fall under the spell of a heartless parasite who wanted to erase him and destroy any connection between father and son. Heartbreaking
Julian didn’t have the love he needed from his father -- but we all loved him from day 1. I wish he could have felt and feel that. He is a good man. His beautiful mother’s son.
Beautiful
@@caravanrose I agree, fuck Yoko Ono. At least when John died supposedly he and Julian were on somewhat good terms
Yes, Julian hit it out of the park and I "imagine" his father is proud of him as we all are. I would like to add someone else who is proud of him... Cynthia Lennon, his wonderful and loving mother. She raised a very kind and giving man. The people of Ukraine and elsewhere appreciate what you have done, Julian!
Cynthia raised a very caring giving man. He may have John’s musical talent but she gave him a wonderful example of how to live his life.
The most talented of his 2 sons. No question about that.
Let’s not forget Yoko. She’s be very proud of him as well
@@claudiaverde6492 absolutely,no contest
@@claudiaverde6492 That's not true. I love Julian, but Sean is also very talented. Apparently you don't know his work.
I've been a huge Beatles fan all my life and a Julian fan since the 80's but even I couldn't expect how moved I became by this performance. So many layers of meaning and history there. I bet that it means a lot to Paul to see that, 'Jude' really did grow up to be happy and talented and amazing.
I can barely imagine, no pun, his pain when John was so crappy to him and then writing pseudo love songs to the kid he had with yoko.
I've always loved this song....and hearing it covered by his son...it's wow !! 💖
Julian Lennon picked the most appropriate song for the people of Ukraine who are suffering so much from this awful war.💛💙💛💙
This would have been appropriate in 2014, but today it is not.
Supporting Ukrainian fascists with this song is the opposite of what it was written for.
Well done Julian and Nuno. As everyone else has said your father would be proud. Blessings from Kansas~
His father would have beaten the shit out of that bastard for this abuse. Imagine was not written in order to support fascists.
His father would be very proud of him. It amazes me how everyone has rallied for Ukraine. I so love it.🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦
The people of Ukraine have amazed and awed the world, and humbled us with the sheer magnitude of your courage.
His father is very proud of him.
Beautiful version of Imagine. It brought tears to my eyes.
As a teenager of the mid 70’s, I heard this song on the radio countless times. It always gave me a sense of peace and tranquillity. God, I miss those days. Thank you Julian, son of John. Peace and love.
I deeply miss those days too.
Julian touches my heart in a way John never did. Not comparing, just reporting. Lovely lovely lovely.
No matter how his relation with his father was, I’m sure John would be so proud to see his first born performing this song 👍
Julian you have an amazing voice . Your Dad is looking down on you from above and is very proud. I hope there is everlasting peace in the world soon!
Yes I have, thank you!
What is it again
I love that Julian did this for Ukraine. At the same time I wish he wouldn't have to do it. Thank you Julian for being a beautiful person.
What a beautiful gift to Ukraine 🇺🇦 and the world!!! 🌎
I love that he has his "own voice" but also with the John Lennon sound. Hard to explain...😄 This was great ❤️
Totally get what you mean. The first moments sounded so much like John, yet Julian was able to make it his own.
That’s a great way to describe him.
I have always thought this as well. he sounds all his own. And yet, if you close your eyes you can hear his Dad in there. Its beautiful. Like hes still here with us in his own way.
His voice is so unique but tones of John come thru like a ghost singing thru him.
We love you Julian.
he sounds exactly how John wouldve sounded at 59, but we never got to hear him...
Beautiful!!!
Your Dad is So Happy To Hear Your Beauty!!!
🙏💖🕊🌎🕊💖🙏
WORLD 🌎 NEEDS MORE THAN EVER NOW!!!
He sounds eerily like his late father. This is wonderful.
I thought the same :)
John at 59 would have also sounded very similar id IMAGINE.
It's a timeless and beautiful song ,we need more songs like this.Ace Frehley has a song called remember me .thats a good anti war song.Russia needs to pull out. And put Putin in prison!
This was beyond beautiful and gave me chills. “Imagine” is, in my opinion, the world’s most “needed” song in existence. No other song can do what “Imagine” does for those who listen during times of great tragedy. I know people often wish John was here to inspire hope during such times. Well, this performance did exactly that. The world needs “Imagine” now more than ever, and this was the ONLY way it could have been done justice. I particularly loved the touch with the piano, which doesn’t actually get played during the performance but instead is covered in candles, the most important of which being the ones on the keys, representing John’s presence as a third performer of his iconic song. Thank you Julian for giving the world exactly what it needed.
Julian's own song "Salt Water" is also a song that the "World" needs people to hear 😥
Thank you, thank you, thank you. So beautiful. So needed!❤
@Jesus has given you all. Repent or die. ĺ
@Jesus has given you all. Repent or die. o
Poor baby
I think this man is such a credit to himself, what a massive load he has carried and we have never seen him acting disgracefully, his mother will be so very proud of him as she looks down on him .
His mother is still alive
@@rustyn1971 His mother passed away on April 1, 2015, in Calvia Spain from cancer. So, if you call being dead for 7 years being "still alive...."
Julian is a lovely person.
As would John.
The most beautiful cover I’ve ever heard of this song. I love the sound of Julian’s voice. ❤
Julian, you did the song justice,
as John would have wanted it to be.Heart felt Thank You🕯️☮️I remember
May God help and guide the people of Ukraine...Thank you Julian Lennon for the best rendition of this song.
Julian is 19 years older than his dad ever got to be, yet his voice is still youthful. Despite the obvious similarity of their voices, Julian deliberately avoids imitation. Guitar instead of piano, harmony near the end (nice touch!), and a softening of the distinctive sharpness of John's voice. It's eerie to hear the ghost of John Lennon being channeled through his son, and it's a bit sad to realize Julian probably had good reason to avoid singing his father's music for 40 years.
Seems like he just got left behind and forgotten by John. So hard for a young person.
He sounds so much like his Daddy 🌹
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Your comment is spot on!
Well said. I came here to say the same thing, but you beat me to it.
Thank you for using your celebrity to shine a light on the devastation of the Ukrainian people, even though this had to be difficult. I closed my eyes and wept as I listened to a son sing his dad’s song, just like it was intended, many years ago. Your fans adore you.
Beautiful rendition. Couldn't think of a better occasion to sing this song for Ukraine. Well done Julian and Nuno xxx
Brilliant... Crazy to think he's older that his father ever was
indeed 40 seems younger all the time
Yes, even Sean is now older than his father was when he was killed.
20 years older, by now. Time is a funny thing.
Wow never realized until now
@@VideoAmericanStyle almost
Thank you, Julian. All the World needs this right now & hearing these lyrics from you, make it so humble & powerful at the same time.☮ ❤🙏 As we lift up the people of Ukraine in prayer, We should live in thankfulness to God, for our many blessings. I am also thankful for you & the message this song Continues to bring our World. Peace & Love ...& Prayers.
Betty...Your sentiment is so beautiful. Ty.
you have no idea what the song means do ya?? research it....
Julian has neither the political acumen of his father or his talent.
Wahrhaftige Worte. Gott 🔱ist die💛 Liebe, Gott🔱 ist das Wort, Gott 🔱☁️🔆☁️🌟ist das Licht, Gott ist das A und O. Gott sei Dank 🙏
Die Ehrfurcht des Herren ist der Anfang der Weisheit und des Verstandes .
What a beautiful offering in sound and sight. Thank you, Julian.
THE UNIVERSE CRIES EVERY TIME THAT "IMAGINE" SOUNDS.
AND THIS TIME WITH JULIAN ON VOCALS.
WHAT MORE CAN I SAY ?
HEY JULES , YOU'RE GREAT AND YOU'VE A GOLDEN ❤️.
DON'T CHANGE NEVER .
@John Andrew MacDonald MR.MacDonald.
In this world there is something called freedom.
If you don't like "imagine ".you don't have to feel forced to listen to It.
Can I recommend something to you❓🤔❓🤔❓🤔❓🤔
Listen to the entire JULIAN LENNON OR THE BEATLES catalogue and you'll tell me.
From Love me do to The end, has no waste.Believe me.
IT IS PURE MAGIC OF GALACTIC WORLDS YET TO BE DISCOVERED.
😇👽😎👽🙃👽🤗👽
☮️☮️☮️☮️☮️☮️☮️☮️☮️☮️☮️☮️☮️
ALL WE ARE SAYING IS GIVE PEACE ☮️☮️☮️☮️☮️☮️☮️☮️☮️☮️☮️☮️☮️
A CHANCE.
When Julian started singing, I was such a fan. I never understand why he didn’t keep going with it. Him singing this song is so special. I hope he releases it.
Agreed 100 %%%%%%%%%%%5
❤John would have been 1 Proud Dad...you Awesome! With your Dads song much ❤keep singing that song🎉
Timeless & socially poignant at first release; a genuine gift of the soul second generation release ✌️
Yes!
Джулиан ! Ты достойный уважения. Любим Тебя и твоего Батю. 🖐
Translation: Julian! You are worthy of respect. We love you and your dad
@@skystudiohawaii Thank you for the translation, was wondering what he'd said. My family comes from Odessa, this was a very kind thing for him to do.
Thank you for (as your father did) bringing attention to a terrible war!
I applaud you!
Don't know any Ukrainian, but you must be saying something good.
JULIAN...MOLODEZ✌👼
Дякуюємо! // Thank you!
SLAVA UKRAINI! You will win, because light always defeats darkness. You can't lose when all the free world is with you.
🙏🇺🇦
But this song is not about freedom. It is about the opposite, living under communist control of the people, total lossof freedom and submission. No ideas, no goals. Everything is decided for you.
Slava Rusia 🇷🇺
британские рабы и вашингтонские хелуи никогда не победят) это столетие станет последним для всех англосаксонских гадёнышей и их вассалов.
Congrats to Julian for making this song "His' and not a copycat like his dad's. He took this song and totally made it his own style, YET, didn't rip his fathers song off. He struck a perfect balance between both worlds. THAT is a mark of professional Muscianship, and his voice is just remarkable.
Totally agree and congratulations ,Julian on a superb effort.
Мурашки не врут!
Goosebumps can't lie!
Thank You, Julian!
Simply beautiful, no one better than Julian singing his father’s song!!!
What about his other son Sean?
@@treorross99 Maybe, they could get together and sing "GIVE PEACE A CHANCE"
@@kencarter2698 how am I being an idiot? It was just a question and Sean is a better singer in my opinion.
quite probably the only person alive who could.
@@treorross99 I think Julian did it quite well. His voice is more similar to johns than Sean. All in all a good version (to me)
Touching tribute to his father, a great man, & support for the suffering in Ukraine. Bravo!!!!
apart from all the wife beating - yeah he was a great guy
@@scottmjohnson1980-Perhaps one should do a bit of research before making uninformed allegations/comments. Not my job to school you, school yourself. One instance of hitting his first wife doesn't make him a wife beater. Look it up.
Very moving to hear. Profound on so many levels.
Imagine if one day we won’t feel the need to sing a song like this because there is peace. Beautiful song.
Слухаю пісню і якраз повітряна тривога (сирени)! Надіюся вже скоро війна закінчиться! Україна переможе! Дякую за підтримку 🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦
Ukraine WILL win.
Loser here is PUTIN.
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I adore his voice! Lovely vibrato… definitely has its own identity when compared to his father. Beautiful tribute to both the Ukrainian people and his dad. Always felt Julian deserved WAY more credit as an artist in his own right!
Джулиан. спасибо огромное - битломан с 40-летним стажем из Беларуси
Julian, our gratitude to you is limitless. God bless UA, God save the queen! Warm greetings from Ukraine 🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦
@@RJ-oi3ck obviously YOU have no idea what that song is really about 🤣🤣
@@RJ-oi3ck What a hateful reply.
We are praying for you in the United States! Stay strong brothers and sisters. Be safe.
“And no religion, too…”
His breathing really reminds me of his father. Where it cuts off and how he finishes words. Those more airy and breathy vowels sound hauntingly like John. Julian certainly has a voice that is distinct from his father's, but those moments in this song where their voices become indistinguishable from one another add something really special to this cover. No one else could do this song in this exact way, and that's pretty special. Well done.
"Imagine" continues to be a strong powerful message for the human race. Praying for the Ukrainian people and all on the west side of Russia.
False... It preaches there is no Heaven. I can do without the Hell part but Heaven is the the hope for all humans. You realize in your comment you say you are praying for the Ukraine people which is good yet this song is a atheist song. I assume you are praying to Jesus.
@@Floorguy1985 I pray to the black man of hell.
@@Floorguy1985 Exactly. This song does not promote freedom. It promoties submission, communism. Listen to the lyrics.
@@galeleigeber6073 I agree with that also.
Wow, he sounds almost exactly like his dad, this is the first time I’ve listened to him sing, beautiful job on a beautiful song
The world needs more of this.
Julian, you touched the world with this rendition. Also love your new songs too. And Happy Birdy to you. "Imagine all the people, living life in peace..." Thank you for this.
He sounds so much like his Dad. So very beautiful. Well done,Julian. And thank you.
I m Russian. I am against war. Viva Ukraine !!! God bless Ukraine
@@eamonnburke5810 I am sure most Russians are opposed to the war. You are in a very difficult position. I’m sure the sanctions are hurting the Average Russians more than those in charge. I pray for you and all of the Ukrainians and all innocent people hurt by this awful war.
His Dad is proudly watching.
I just learned about this 5 minutes ago so when exactly did he"touch the world"with this? He did a good job. Too bad he's doing it all for the sake of a sucker wag the dog war.
"Imagine" has always been my favorite song ever. It so totally put my dreams for the world into words. As a 60s flower child, I thought it would happen once the Viet Nam War ended but it is only worse. Thank you, Julian, for performing "Imagine" for us and for the Ukraine.
Very Beautiful voice !!! God bless you Julian!! Your dad would be proud.
Enormous courage, stelpping up, face to face, diving into Dad's spiritual pool and in so doing, Julian takes possession of his own unique genius. Brilliant. The song came back to a new life, brought tears
They don’t make these kind of people anymore😢
Now this is the version of the song that truly means something. Thank you Julian and Nuno. ❤
Agree 100%
I was wondering who the guy was.
I would say that all versions of this song truly mean something.
Beautiful.
@@jimmykouba4494 I hope you are not referring to Julian ?
Julian Lennon, is one of my favorite artists..... he is a fantastic human being.....Thanks for sharing this beautiful song by your dad....God bless you, Julian!
Absolutely beautiful, Julian. Always wanted to hear you do this song. You made your father and all your fans proud!
BEAUTIFULLY SUNG JULIAN!
YOUR FATHER BE SO PROUD!
YOUR VOICE IS PHENOMENAL!
GOD BLESS 💜
Fabulous version! And his voice is so full of emotion, if only the world could be at peace😖.
Fabulous. Thank you for helping and standing up for Ukraine.
Oh my goodness Julian I have tears in my eyes your voice though unique sounds like your father. I was born in 56 and went to Beatles concert I was about 12 years old, had to put my hands on my ears every one screaming for Paul. Imagine is an eternal song. You are so very special. Much love Cheryl Spurr
This is wonderful. I can't blame you for not usually singing your
father's songs and spending your entire life being compared to him, but I
think you're the only singer who could sing this one now and make it so
emotional. Respect for making the exception for Ukraine.
Not to mention possibly the most talented guitarist around to make it unbeatable. "Legendary"
Imagine this Vladimir Putin.
Underline the only singer who could do this song justice. Julian is a fabulous artist and singer. How wonderful he is sharing his gift for Ukrainian. ♥️