John Lennon’s legendary song 'Imagine' was released in 1971, with Lennon as the sole credited songwriter. However, in a biography by David Sheff, Lennon confessed that his wife Yoko Ono inspired and co-wrote the song. He regretted not giving her credit, acknowledging his selfishness at the time. Lennon noted that had it been a male collaborator, he would have shared credit. This revelation highlights the gender biases that persisted even in a figure celebrated for his progressive ideals.
I wasn't man enough to let her have credit for it, I was still selfish enough and unaware enough to sort of take her contribution without acknowledging it.
If it had been Bowie, I would have put 'Lennon-Bowie,' you see. If it had been a male.
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