John Lennon changed rock and roll music forever... nay, he straight up changed music forever. In his short 40 years of life, his lyrics, style, and political agenda changed the landscape of music and art as we knew it. He made pop albums, rock albums, experimental albums, and redefined what each of those terms even means (needless to say, he was in the Beatles). John Lennon made the world a better place, and his influence is still felt to this day.

But who was John Lennon? What was he like when he wasn't a teeny-bopper's dream date in the Beatles? We've poured through interviews and facts for some of the best Lennon stories that will begin to paint a picture of the real man behind all the fame. This list compiles John Lennon trivia, quotes, anecdotes, and history. Consider this your own personal John Lennon biography!

This John Lennon anthology tracks everything from the epic tales in the recording studio to the exact moments that inspired iconic songs. Interested in his infamous and wild drug experiences? What about his movie-esque personal life and multiple wives? These facts are some of the things that shaped the enigmatic, multi-faceted artist that was John Lennon.