Sean Lennon Uncovers New Depths in His Parents’ Love Story

While assembling materials for the Mind Games box set, Sean Lennon gained fresh insights into his parents’ profound and complex relationship.

“The truth is, even when they were apart, they were always talking, so I don’t think they ever really broke up,” he said, referencing his father’s “Lost Weekend” period, an 18-month separation during which his belongings remained in the family apartment. “It’s not like they had a real separation. And on top of it, all my dad was thinking about was her.”

“You look at the album cover[of[ofMind Games],” he continues, “it’s a collage of my mum literally the size of a mountain, and he’s this little tiny thing sort of fading into the background. And I think it’s clear what his view of my mum was in his life. She was monumental, obviously. And the whole album is about her.”

A Bond Unbroken

Yoko Ono remained steadfastly by her husband’s side when he was tragically murdered outside their New York apartment in 1980. She never remarried and dedicated her life to preserving his legacy and ensuring his music lived on. In recent years, Sean Lennon has taken on a larger role in overseeing the John Lennon estate. His mother, now 91, has rarely been seen in public, and Sean feels a deep responsibility to keep his father’s legacy alive for new generations.

“We’re living in an age where enough time has passed,” he said in a 2020 interview commemorating what would have been his father’s 80th birthday. “No one bothers to make sure that the younger generations have an opportunity to be exposed to it. I just always assumed the Beatles and John Lennon — no one is going to forget those stories. I don’t think my dad would have been satisfied with just being somebody that you have to discover through your own research.”

Beyond the Past: Sean Lennon’s Musical Journey

While meticulously navigating his father’s legacy, Sean Lennon has forged his own path in the music industry. He released his debut album,
_Into The Sun_, back in 1998 and continues to write and perform. Last summer, he joined Colonel Les Claypool’s Fearless Flying Frog tour, even performing a complete rendition of Pink Floyd’s _Animals_ each night alongside Harry Waters, the son of Pink Floyd bassist Roger Waters.
Earlier this year, Sean released his latest album,
_Asterisms_.

How⁣ did John Lennon portray Yoko Ono ⁤visually on the *Mind Games* album cover?

## Diving Deep into Lennon Love: An Interview with Sean Lennon

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**Host:** Welcome back to⁤ the show. Today we’re diving deep into the world of⁤ music legends, John and Yoko. Joining us is ⁢Sean Lennon, John’s son, who recently shared some intimate insights into his parents’ relationship while working on the *Mind Games* box set. Sean,⁤ welcome‍ to the show.

**Sean:** Thanks for having me.

**Host:** So, the *Mind Games* project⁣ seems to have unearthed some ​fascinating details about ‍your ‍parents’ dynamic. You mentioned they were always “talking” even during John’s “Lost Weekend.” Can you elaborate on that?

⁣ **Sean:** Sure. It’s⁣ easy‌ to simplify their story, but it wasn’t a typical separation. ‌They‍ were constantly communicating, ​even though they were physically ‍apart. It just further proves their connection remained strong, even during that challenging‌ time. [ [[1](https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/sean-lennon-yoko-ono-never-moved-on-john-lennon-1235192452/)]

**Host:** You also⁣ mentioned the⁢ album artwork for *Mind Games* being a powerful visual representation of their love.

**Sean:** Absolutely.

⁤My dad portrayed my mom as this towering‌ figure, ⁤with him almost fading into the background. It speaks volumes‍ about how he saw her, as this monumental force in his life. ​The entire album was filled with love for her.

**Host:** It’s clear that exploring this project brought you closer to understanding your parents’ relationship. What surprised you the most?

**Sean:** What surprised ‍me was the ⁣depth of their connection. Even after all ​these years,⁤ seeing their correspondence, their music, their shared passion…it’s ⁤truly remarkable.

**Host:** Well Sean, ⁣thank you for sharing these intimate⁣ glimpses into your parents’​ love story with us. It’s a testament to the lasting ‍impact they’ve ⁢had on music and on each other.

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