A new biography argues Yoko Ono played a crucial role in prolonging both the Beatles and John Lennon's life. Author David Sheff suggests that John was on the brink of leaving the band during the recording of essential albums like 'Let It Be' and 'Abbey Road,' but Ono's presence and support may have kept him engaged. Friends of Lennon, like Klaus Voormann, noted his unhappiness before Ono entered his life, highlighting her transformative impact on him. The book also explores Ono's challenging upbringing and artistic inclinations, providing a deeper context to her influence on Lennon and the band.
"There's a version of the Beatles story in which there'd be no 'Let It Be' or 'Abbey Road' without Yoko. During the writing and recording of those albums, John had a foot out the door."
"Before he was with Yoko, John was in really bad shape. When Yoko came, that changed one hundred percent. She gave him what he needed."
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