The John Lennon Lyric that Put The Beatles to Bed for Good

The world's Beatles fans were devastated when the band announced their split in 1970. As they started to come to terms with the passing of a generation, John Lennon dropped a song that reopened old wounds: "God." This song from John Lennon/Plastic Ono Band, his debut solo album after leaving the Beatles, appeared to be a declaration of intent for Lennon to carry on with his life and work, as well as a message to fans encouraging them to embrace the new reality. It was released later that year.