The List of John Lennon Albums in Order of Release

 

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The discography of British singer-songwriter John Lennon consists of eleven studio albums, 3 Live albums, 14 video album, 23 singles, 5 box set, and 63 music videos.

 

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Here is the list of John Lennon Album in Order of Release Date 

1. Unfinished Music No. 1: Two Virgins — 29 November 1968
2. Unfinished Music No. 2: Life with the Lions — 9 May 1969
3. Wedding Album — 7 November 1969
4. John Lennon/Plastic Ono Band — 11 December 1970
5. Imagine — 9 September 1971
6. Some Time in New York City (with Yoko Ono) — 12 June 1972
7. Mind Games — 16 November 1973
8. Walls and Bridges — 4 October 1974
9. Rock ‘n’ Roll — 21 February 1975
10. Double Fantasy (with Yoko Ono) — 17 November 1980
11. Milk and Honey (Posthumous with Yoko Ono) — 9 January 1984

 

All John Lennon Albums List in Order

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1. Unfinished Music No. 1: Two Virgins (Apple, 1968)

Tracks

1. Two Virgins Side One
   • Two Virgins No. 1
   • Together
   • Two Virgins No. 2
   • Two Virgins No. 3
   • Two Virgins No. 4
   • Two Virgins No. 5
2. Two Virgins Side Two
   • Two Virgins No. 6
   • Hushabye Hushabye
   • Two Virgins No. 7
   • Two Virgins No. 8
   • Two Virgins No. 9
   • Two Virgins No. 10

“Unfinished Music No. 1: Two Virgins” marks the pioneering foray of John Lennon and Yoko Ono into experimental music. Released on Apple Records in 1968, this debut album emerged from an uninhibited overnight session in Lennon’s Kenwood home studio, during his wife Cynthia’s absence. Its audacious avant-garde sound mirrored its daring cover – a nude portrait of the couple. The controversial artwork led to EMI’s refusal to distribute the album, prompting its sale in a discreet brown paper bag. Though it didn’t chart in the UK, the album reached 124th position in the US. This boundary-pushing endeavor paved the way for further exploration, epitomized by “Unfinished Music No. 2: Life with the Lions” half a year later.

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2. Unfinished Music No. 2: Life with the Lions (Zapple, 1969)

Tracks

1. Cambridge 1969
2. No Bed for Beatle John
3. Baby’s Heartbeat
4. Two Minutes Silence
5. Radio Play

“Unfinished Music No. 2: Life with the Lions” stands as one of three experimental avant-garde albums by John Lennon and Yoko Ono. Released in May 1969 on Zapple, a sub-label of Apple, it succeeded the contentious “Unfinished Music No. 1: Two Virgins” from 1968 and was succeeded by the “Wedding Album.” Recorded at Queen Charlotte’s Hospital in London and live at Cambridge University in November 1968 and March 1969, respectively, the album’s title is a playful nod to the BBC Radio show “Life with The Lyons.” Despite peaking at number 174 in the US—50 places lower than its predecessor—the album holds a unique place in Lennon and Ono’s artistic journey.

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3. Wedding Album (Apple, 1969)

Tracks

1. John & Yoko
2. Amsterdam

The “Wedding Album” stands as the culminating chapter in a trilogy of experimental works by John Lennon and Yoko Ono, succeeding “Unfinished Music No. 1: Two Virgins” and “Unfinished Music No. 2: Life with the Lions.” While credited as “John and Yoko” in the UK, the album emerged in the US under the names “John Ono Lennon & Yoko Ono Lennon.” Serving as a distinctive exploration of their artistic partnership, this album defies conventional musical norms and solidifies the couple’s avant-garde reputation.

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4. John Lennon/Plastic Ono Band (Apple, 1970)

Tracks

1. Mother
2. Hold On
3. I Found Out
4. Working Class Hero
5. Isolation
6. Remember
7. Love
8. Well Well Well
9. Look at Me
10. God
11. My Mummy’s Dead

“John Lennon/Plastic Ono Band,” the inaugural solo masterpiece by English musician John Lennon, emerged on December 11, 1970, under Apple Records, in tandem with his wife Yoko Ono’s album. Initially met with mixed reviews, the album later gained widespread acclaim as Lennon’s finest solo work. Co-produced by Lennon, Ono, and Phil Spector, its raw sound was shaped by primal scream therapy, reflecting Lennon’s emotional journey. Recorded at Abbey Road Studios, the album reached the UK’s top eight and the US Billboard 200’s sixth spot. Renowned as a classic, it secured fourth place in Rolling Stone’s “100 Best Albums of the Last Twenty Years” (1987) and 23rd in “500 Greatest Albums of All Time” (2012). The album’s enduring impact persists through remasters, showcasing previously unreleased material.

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5. Imagine (Apple, 1971)

Tracks

1. Imagine
2. Crippled Inside
3. Jealous Guy
4. It’s So Hard
5. I Don’t Want To Be A Soldier
6. Gimme Some Truth
7. Oh My Love
8. How Do You Sleep?
9. How?
10. Oh Yoko!

“Imagine,” the second studio album by British musician John Lennon, released on September 9, 1971, via Apple Records, stands as a pinnacle of his solo career. Co-produced by Lennon, his wife Yoko Ono, and Phil Spector, the album’s lush arrangements marked a departure from his earlier work. Its iconic opening title track became synonymous with Lennon. Recorded across various studios, the album featured notable collaborators like George Harrison and Nicky Hopkins. “Imagine” tackled themes of peace, love, politics, and personal struggles. The album soared to the top of charts, solidifying its place among Lennon’s finest works. In 2012, Rolling Stone ranked it 80th on their list of the 500 Greatest Albums of All Time.

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6. Some Time in New York City (with Yoko Ono, Apple, 1972)

Tracks

1. Woman Is the Nigger of the World
2. Sisters, O Sisters
3. Attica State
4. Born in a Prison
5. New York City
6. Sunday Bloody Sunday
7. The Luck of the Irish
8. John Sinclair
9. Angela
10. We’re All Water
11. Cold Turkey
12. Don’t Worry Kyoko
13. Well (Baby Please Don’t Go)
14. Jamrag
15. Scumbag
16. Aü

“Sometime in New York City,” a 1972 album released under the collaborative effort of John Lennon and Yoko Ono, marked a politically charged departure from their previous works. Released through Apple Records, the album delved into various societal issues, including feminism, racism, and anti-establishment sentiment. Incorporating a live feel, the album features performances recorded at Madison Square Garden. While its reception was mixed, it remains a testament to Lennon’s and Ono’s commitment to addressing pressing global concerns through their art. The album includes tracks like “Woman Is the Nigger of the World” and “Attica State,” reflecting their unapologetic activism.

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7. Mind Games (Apple, 1973)

Tracks

1. Mind Games
2. Tight A$
3. Aisumasen (I’m Sorry)
4. One Day (At a Time)
5. Bring on the Lucie (Freda Peeple)
6. Nutopian International Anthem
7. Intuition
8. Out the Blue
9. Only People
10. I Know (I Know)
11. You Are Here
12. Meat City

“Mind Games,” the fourth studio album by English musician John Lennon, emerged from the creative depths of Record Plant Studios in New York during the summer of 1973. Diverging from his previous collaborative efforts with Phil Spector, Lennon took the reins as the sole producer for the first time. Released in the US on October 29, 1973, and in the UK on November 16, 1973, the album showcased Lennon’s musical prowess amidst personal challenges, including a separation from Yoko Ono and US immigration issues. While “Mind Games” received mixed reviews, it secured chart success, reaching number 13 in the UK and number 9 in the US, with gold certification. The album’s titular track, released alongside the album, further underscored Lennon’s introspective and enigmatic style.

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8. Walls and Bridges (Apple, 1974)

Tracks

1. Going Down on Love
2. Whatever Gets You thru the Night
3. Old Dirt Road
4. What You Got
5. Bless You
6. Scared
7. #9 Dream
8. Surprise, Surprise (Sweet Bird of Paradox)
9. Steel and Glass
10. Beef Jerky
11. Nobody Loves You (When You’re Down and Out)
12. Ya Ya

“Walls and Bridges,” the fifth studio album by John Lennon, released on 26 September 1974 in the US and 4 October in the UK under Apple Records, emerged during his 18-month separation from Yoko Ono, encapsulating his “Lost Weekend” phase. Amidst this tumultuous period, the album claimed the American number-one spot on both Billboard and Record World charts, featuring hits “Whatever Gets You thru the Night” and “#9 Dream.” The former marked Lennon’s inaugural solo number-one hit in the US, his sole chart-topper in either the US or Britain during his lifetime. Achieving silver certification in the UK and gold in the US, the album solidified Lennon’s enduring musical legacy.

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9. Rock ‘n’ Roll (Apple, 1975)

Tracks

1. Be-Bop-a-Lula
2. Stand by Me
3. Medley: Rip It Up/Ready Teddy
4. You Can’t Catch Me
5. Ain’t That a Shame
6. Do You Want to Dance
7. Sweet Little Sixteen
8. Slippin’ and Slidin
9. Peggy Sue
10. Medley: Bring It On Home to Me/Send Me Some Lovin
11. Bony Moronie
12. Ya Ya
13. Just Because

“Rock ‘n’ Roll,” the sixth studio album by John Lennon, released in February 1975, is a collection of vibrant late 1950s and early 1960s song covers that underscore Lennon’s enduring love for rock’s roots. The recording process was marred by challenges, spanning a year with Phil Spector’s sessions in 1973 and Lennon’s own in 1974. Legal woes arose from a copyright dispute with Morris Levy over “Come Together.” To settle, Lennon included three Levy-owned tracks. Despite setbacks, the album reached number 6 in the UK and US, with gold certifications. The single “Stand by Me” supported the record’s success. Marking a hiatus before a final comeback, it remains a testament to Lennon’s musical legacy.

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10. Double Fantasy (with Yoko Ono, Geffen, 1980)

Tracks

1. (Just Like) Starting Over
2. Kiss Kiss Kiss
3. Cleanup Time
4. Give Me Something
5. I’m Losing You
6. I’m Moving On
7. Beautiful Boy (Darling Boy)
8. Watching the Wheels
9. Yes, I’m Your Angel
10. Woman
11. Beautiful Boys
12. Dear Yoko
13. Every Man Has a Woman Who Loves Him
14. Hard Times Are Over

“Double Fantasy,” the fifth album by John Lennon and Yoko Ono, marked a poignant moment in music history. Released in November 1980, it signaled Lennon’s return to music after a five-year hiatus spent nurturing his son, Sean. Recorded at New York City’s Hit Factory between August and October 1980, the album weaves between Lennon’s and Ono’s songs. Initial reception was tepid, criticized for its portrayal of their marriage. Tragically, Lennon’s assassination just weeks later transformed it into a global success, clinching the 1981 Grammy for Album of the Year. Decades later, the album is celebrated for its heartfelt tracks. In 2010, a stripped-down version was released, revealing a more intimate perspective.

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11. Milk and Honey (Posthumous with Yoko Ono, Polydor, 1984)

Tracks

1. I’m Stepping Out
2. Sleepless Night
3. I Don’t Wanna Face It
4. Don’t Be Scared
5. Nobody Told Me
6. O’ Sanity
7. Borrowed Time
8. Your Hands
9. (Forgive Me) My Little Flower Princess
10. Let Me Count the Ways
11. Grow Old with Me
12. You’re the One

“Milk and Honey,” the sixth and ultimate album by John Lennon and Yoko Ono, emerged in January 1984, a poignant three years after Lennon’s tragic passing. Serving as Lennon’s eighth and final musical creation, the album stands as his posthumous contribution, featuring recordings from the last phases of his life during and after the sessions for the 1980 album “Double Fantasy.” The album’s compilation was masterminded by Yoko Ono, in collaboration with the Geffen label, preserving Lennon’s musical legacy and offering a bittersweet glimpse into his creative spirit during his final days.

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