Julian Lennon has revealed that he was never in his father John Lennon’s “inner circle” and is in every way separate from the Beatles’ legacy.
The famous rock and roll descendant shared his thoughts after he recently underwent seven-hour emergency surgery for his second case of cancer, giving him a new perspective about life.
Now, in a candid new interview, the 61-year-old musician and photographer reflects on his estranged relationship with Beatle legend John Lennon, sharing that he and his mother, Cynthia Lennon, grew up “on the outside” after John left them. family.
“When dad left, it was just mom and me,” Julian said. Guardian. “We have nothing to do with The Beatles or Dad. I visited him on the odd occasion, but we were very close.”
Despite their rocky relationship, Julian made every effort to assert himself outside of his father’s respectable shadow.
“It’s always been ‘John Lennon’s son, John Lennon’s son’ and I’m going, for F’s sake,” he said. “I need to build a body of work… that no one can take away from me.”
However, Julian’s career reflects his creative independence. He is a Grammy-nominated musician, children’s author, philanthropist and currently a fine art photographer.
His latest project, Fragile moments of lifeis a photography book spanning two decades of work.
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During the interview, Julian admitted that he often learns about Beatles projects the same way fans do. “Sean [Lennon, John’s son with Yoko Ono] tell me what he can, but things are pretty secretive on the Beatles front,” Julian shares. (Julian also confirmed that he and Sean “have sex like a house on fire.”)
Even so, Julian still has admiration for his father’s legacy and The Beatles as new generations of fans continue to learn about the Fab Four through updated remixes and remasters produced by the remaining members. live surveillance.
“I would rather be excited and impressed with what they have done and continue to do,” Julian said.
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While Julian’s 2022 album, JudasDespite being well received, recent efforts to promote his music on major television shows have been disappointing. “No one wanted me in, so it was a bit of a disappointment,” he said, acknowledging the challenges of navigating the music industry.
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But through it all, Julian attributes his resilience to his mother’s influence. “Seeing the way she handled what she encountered with love, grace and positivity… I saw that that was the only way forward,” he said.
Although Julian’s journey has many challenges, he is determined to pursue his passion on his terms. “The only way is to get over yourself,” he thought. “Wallowing, not okay – been there, done that.”
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