This song, which was begun in 1969 and can be heard in the Beatles' Let It Be sessions, was inspired by the book of the same name by Robert Masters and Jean Houston (1972), which emphasized the power of the human brain to induce various states of consciousness without the aid of external substances. The book presented a series of exercises intended to maximize one's potential for problem solving, conflict resolution, visionary thinking, creativity, focused listening and super-communication. Each application would start with a brief meditation cycle followed by the guided instructions of a director. During the exercise, only the director would speak, but each person would share their experience afterwards. Mind alteration had long since been a point of interest to Lennon, however he was aware of the risks involved with chemical consumption. A recommendation by Lennon himself is included with the book.
Mind Games
John Lennon & The Plastic Ono Band Lyrics
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Pushing the barriers planting seeds
Playing the mind guerrilla
Chanting the Mantra peace on earth
We all been playing those mind games forever
Some kinda druid dudes lifting the veil
Doing the mind guerrilla
Some call it magic the search for the grail
Love is the answer and you know that for sure
Love is a flower
You got to let it, you gotta let it grow
So keep on playing those mind games together
Faith in the future out of the now
You just can't beat on those mind guerrillas
Absolute elsewhere in the stones of your mind
Yeah we're playing those mind games forever
Projecting our images in space and in time
Yes is the answer and you know that for sure
Yes is surrender
You got to let it, you gotta let it go
So keep on playing those mind games together
Doing the ritual dance in the sun
Millions of mind guerrillas
Putting their soul power to the karmic wheel
Keep on playing those mind games forever
Raising the spirit of peace and love
In "Mind Games," John Lennon and The Plastic Ono Band urge listeners to embrace positivity and unity in the face of societal and personal turmoil. They acknowledge that humanity has been playing "mind games" for centuries, perpetuating cycles of conflict and suffering. However, they offer an alternative: planting seeds of peace and love through collective action and introspection. The lyrics describe the process of "playing the mind guerrilla," or challenging outdated beliefs and opening oneself up to new perspectives. Lennon suggests that this can feel magical, and compares it to searching for the Holy Grail.
Throughout the song, Lennon emphasizes that love is the answer. He compares love to a flower that needs nurturing to grow. By surrendering to love and accepting the reality of the present moment, individuals can have faith in the future and experience a sense of transcendence. The repetition of the phrase "yes is the answer" and "you got to let it go" reinforces this message of surrender and acceptance.
Overall, "Mind Games" is a call to action, a reminder that humanity has the power to choose its own destiny, and that choosing love and peace over hate and aggression is the only way to break the cycle of suffering.
Line by Line Meaning
We're playing those mind games together
We are engaging in intellectual and emotional challenges collaboratively
Pushing the barriers planting seeds
Breaking through our personal limits and sowing the seeds of progress and change
Playing the mind guerrilla
Engaging in strategic and nonviolent challenges to promote peace and progress
Chanting the Mantra peace on earth
Repeating and embodying a phrase that promotes global harmony and unity
We all been playing those mind games forever
As human beings, we have always challenged ourselves in intellectual and emotional ways
Some kinda druid dudes lifting the veil
Some individuals are adept at revealing the hidden truths and secrets of the universe
Doing the mind guerrilla
Engaging in strategic and nonviolent challenges to promote peace and progress
Some call it magic the search for the grail
Some see this quest for truth and enlightenment as a magical and mystical pursuit
Love is the answer and you know that for sure
Unconditional love is the ultimate solution to our problems, and we are convinced of its power
Love is a flower
Love is a delicately beautiful force that blooms in our hearts and lives
You got to let it, you gotta let it grow
We must nurture and allow love to grow within ourselves and others
So keep on playing those mind games together
Continue to engage in intellectual and emotional challenges collaboratively
Faith in the future out of the now
Believing in a better tomorrow, born out of our present actions
You just can't beat on those mind guerrillas
We cannot defeat those who strategically and nonviolently promote peace and progress
Absolute elsewhere in the stones of your mind
Deep within our consciousness lies a profound and true understanding of reality
Yeah we're playing those mind games forever
As human beings, we will continue to engage in intellectual and emotional challenges eternally
Projecting our images in space and in time
Creating and leaving our mark on the world, both physically and through history
Yes is the answer and you know that for sure
Unconditional acceptance and affirmation is the ultimate solution to our problems, and we are convinced of its power
Yes is surrender
Accepting and letting go of our fears and doubts to embrace love and harmony
You got to let it, you gotta let it go
We must release our negative emotions and doubts to allow love and harmony to flourish
So keep on playing those mind games together
Continue to engage in intellectual and emotional challenges collaboratively
Doing the ritual dance in the sun
Performing a symbolic and celebratory dance of life and harmony
Millions of mind guerrillas
Countless individuals strategically and nonviolently promoting peace and progress
Putting their soul power to the karmic wheel
Investing their spiritual energy into the wheel of fate and destiny
Keep on playing those mind games forever
As human beings, we will continue to engage in intellectual and emotional challenges eternally
Raising the spirit of peace and love
Elevating our collective consciousness towards universal peace and love
Lyrics ยฉ Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group, Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: JOHN LENNON
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@BrianCarnevaleB26
All the games are from her
We kept it real and have no ill will towards anyone unless they come at me with their fake shit.
We found the grail, that elusive happiness and contentment through sobriety and decency
But we will become a rabid dog if provoked
Only fair I think
TreT others how you wish to be treated
Then you have a very small fraction of the population that only wish to start trouble or stir up shit
To those it will come back to you
Wait and see.
Ya!
@KHW1957
May John forever walk the city on a sunny fall day with a smile.
@jeromesears285
Oh he is.
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And know he was loved.
@84kassiano
Life is very strange. I m here in 2021, with 24 years old, loving a song from 73, of a man who has already passed away. Mom was only 5 when it was dropped... His songs travel through the ages.
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Nice comment
@samanthastanton6128
Yes... it's interesting, no?
@friscochirinos
Welcome to the matrix !