John Lennon: The Role of the Artist in Society

„My role in society, or any artist's or poet's role, is to try and express what we all feel. Not to tell people how to feel. Not as a preacher, not as a leader, but as a reflection of us all.“

John LennonJohn Lennon describes artists' societal role as a reflection of everyone's feelings.
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John Lennon was a British musician, singer, and songwriter, best known as a co-founder of the Beatles.

Quote by John Lennon about the societal role of artists as expression and reflection of people's feelings.


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John Lennon (1940–1980) was an English musician and peace activist. He gained worldwide fame as a founding member, singer, and guitarist of the Beatles, one of the most influential rock bands of all time. Lennon was also known for his political and social activism.

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