His first appearance on record was on Ono's album Season of Glass (1981), reciting a story that his father used to tell him. At the age of 9, he performed the song "It's Alright" on the Yoko Ono tribute album Every Man Has A Woman (1984). In 1988 Sean was featured in the cast of Michael Jackson's Moonwalker. He has recalled working with Jackson as a positive experience. Later in life, his initial efforts as a serious musician came as collaborations: he appeared on Lenny Kravitz's album Mama Said (1991) and formed backing-band IMA for his mother's album Rising (1995).
In 1997 Lennon (along with fellow IMA member Timo Ellis) joined New York-based Japanese duo Cibo Matto (Miho Hatori & Yuka Honda) for their second EP, Super Relax. Through his association with Cibo Matto, he was approached by the Beastie Boys' Adam Yauch, who expressed an interest in his music. Lennon's debut solo album, Into the Sun, was released in 1998 on the Beastie Boys' record label, Grand Royal Records. Regarding Grand Royal, Sean has said, "I think I found the only label on the planet who doesn't care who my parents are and what my name is. It's a good feeling to know that I wouldn't have gotten the offer if they wouldn't have liked my songs. That's pretty rare in the music business!". Into the Sun was produced by fellow Cibo Matto member and then girlfriend, Yuka Honda, who Sean claimed was his inspiration for the album. A music video for "Home", a single from the album, was directed by Spike Jonze and enjoyed extended airplay on MTV. Cibo Matto played as Sean's backing band on Into The Sun and joined him during the closing scene in the "Home" music video.
In 1999, Sean's EP Half Horse, Half Musician was released featuring new tracks such as "Heart & Lung" and "Happiness" as well as remixes of songs from Into The Sun. Later in the year, Cibo Matto released their second album Stereo Type A. To the dismay of many Cibo Matto fans Stereo Type A was to be their final album and the group has since disbanded. The Millennium saw Sean briefly stepping into the world of Hip Hop, contributing vocals to Del tha Funkee Homosapien and Handsome Boy Modeling School (in which he performed a duet on "Sunshine" with musician Josh Haden). In 2001, Sean performed "This Boy" and "Across The Universe" live with Rufus Wainwright and Moby for Come Together: A Night for John Lennon's Words and Music. In the following years Sean stayed out of the spotlight (aside from gaining minor media attention when he dated Elizabeth Jagger). However he collaborated with various bands and artists either as a session musician or as a producer.
After Grand Royal Records' demise in 2001, Sean signed with Capitol Records, yet no solo material surfaced until early February 2006, when "Dead Meat" was released as the first single from his new album, Friendly Fire. A promotional trailer for the CD/DVD package of Friendly Fire was leaked online in early 2006. The trailer featured scenes from the film version of the album, a DVD of music videos comprised into a film. In actuality, the videos were screen tests for Coin Locker Babies, another project on which Lennon is working, and rather than waste film, he decided to create a cinematic counterpart to his new album. Friendly Fire went on to be released in October, 2006. Though mixed reviews (however mostly positive) came from the music press, the album was highly praised by fans and many [attribution needed] consider it to be Sean's strongest work to date. The night the album was released, Lennon made his first major television appearance since 2001, performing "Dead Meat" live on the Late Show with David Letterman. Lennon has since appeared on The Sharon Osbourne Show (UK) and Late Night with Conan O'Brien. Aside from his solo music, 2006 also saw Lennon collaborating with Jordan Galland and his band Dopo Yume for their album The Secret Show as well as The Strokes guitar player Albert Hammond, Jr. on his debut solo album Yours to Keep. Since 2006, Sean has been touring extensively in promotion of Friendly Fire and while in France remixed his song "Parachute" in collaboration with French artist -M-. The remix is entitled "L'éclipse".
Albums
(1998) Into the Sun
(2006) Friendly Fire
EPs
(1999) Half Horse, Half Musician
Singles
(1998) "Home"
(1999) "Queue (Radio Mix)"
(2006) "Dead Meat"
Producer
(1999) Sean Lennon, Half Horse Half Musician
(2001) Valentine Original Soundtrack
(2005) Esthero, Wikked Lil' Grrrls
(2006) Sean Lennon, Friendly Fire
(2007) Irina Lazareanu, Some Place Along the Way
Actor
(1988) Moonwalker
(2006) Friendly Fire
(2008) (in production) Coin Locker Babies
Writer
(2005) Smile For The Camera
(2006) Friendly Fire
(2008) (in production) Coin Locker Babies
Queue
Sean Lennon Lyrics
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Is not enough to get you off
If you ever get too close
To the edge then don't look off
'cause you never know when
You might fall down
Get in line
So keep on waiting
Get in line
'Cause you're not the only one
So keep on waiting for your time to come
If it ever gets too rough
Don't give up just be tough
If you ever think you must
Join with them or get with us
Just be careful before
You give your trust
Get in line
'Cause you maybe be up this time
So keep on waiting
Get in line
'Cause you're not the only one
So keep on waiting for that day to come
The lyrics to Sean Lennon's song Queue appear to convey a message of perseverance through tough times. The song urges listeners to hold on and keep waiting for their moment to come. Lennon acknowledges that life can be challenging and unpredictable, with the possibility of the unexpected without warning. With lyrics such as "If you ever think too much is not enough to get you off," Lennon recognizes that life can become overwhelming at times, and people may feel like they are on the edge. The refrain "get in line" conveys a message of patience and perseverance, urging listeners not to give up and to keep pushing forward.
The lyrics also touch on the importance of trust and caution. The line "Just be careful before you give your trust" advises listeners to be cautious about trusting others and making decisions that could have irreversible consequences. The song's overall tone is introspective and reflective, with the advice to take one's time, wait for the right moment, and not rush into anything.
Line by Line Meaning
If you ever think too much
If you ever overthink
Is not enough to get you off
It doesn't help you overcome your worries
If you ever get too close
If you ever get too near
To the edge then don't look off
Don't look down
'cause you never know when
Because you never know the outcome
You might fall down
You could stumble and fall
Get in line
Be patient and wait your turn
'Cause you may be up this time
Your turn might come soon
So keep on waiting
Stay patient
Get in line
Join the waiting line
'Cause you're not the only one
Other people are in line too
So keep on waiting for your time to come
Wait for your chance to arrive
If it ever gets too rough
If things become too difficult
Don't give up just be tough
Stay strong and persevere
If you ever think you must
If you ever feel compelled
Join with them or get with us
Become part of the group or join us
Just be careful before
Be cautious and think carefully before
You give your trust
You put your faith in someone or something
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: Sean Ono Lennon, Yuka Honda
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
StrangeNRare
I always felt like this track would've been perfect in Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind.
It feels like the same aesthetic (which is to say, i love it) :)
aiyn zyqurith
It's just a breeze.
Michael K
This song sounds like Pet Sounds, ELO, and Grunge all mixed together.
Torben lyneborg Eriksen
Agree.
CarpeDiemBaby7891
Only 9 700 views?! It's one of his best songs!
Torben lyneborg Eriksen
Brian Wilson sure...Smile... so am I Luv' it.
tinfoilhatter
if it ever gets-too-rough, don't give up, see?
SakiJune
Sooooooooo nice........ Sean rules :)
labtob
into the sun is the best :)
dummytree
@MarcoZucchi81 Yes, he was very much influenced by Brian Wilson. He said the original "Smile" was the most amazing thing he'd ever heard. Poor Sean always gets undeserved bashing. Check out the Howard Stern videos - I couldn't believe the comments I read there!