About The Song
“Woman” is a song written and performed by John Lennon from his 1980 album “Double Fantasy”. The track was chosen by Lennon to be the second single released from the album, and it was the first Lennon single issued after his murder on December 8, 1980. Lennon wrote “Woman” as an ode to his wife Yoko Ono, and to all women. The song begins with Lennon whispering, “For the other half of the sky,” a paraphrase of a Chinese proverb, once used by Mao Zedong. The lyrics express Lennon’s gratitude and admiration for the women in his life, including his mother, wife, and daughter. The song has been remastered and re-released several times, including the 2010 remastered version and the 2020 “Ultimate Mix”. The song’s lyrics and melody have been praised for their simplicity and emotional depth.
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Lyrics
For the other half of the sky
Woman, I can hardly express,
My mixed emotion at my thoughtlessness,
After all I’m forever in your debt,
And woman, I will try to express,
My inner feelings and thankfulness,
For showing me the meaning of success,
Ooh, well, well,
Ooh, well, well,
Woman, I know you understand
The little child inside the man,
Please remember my life is in your hands,
And, woman, hold me close to your heart,
However distant don’t keep us apart,
After all it is written in the stars,
Ooh, well, well,
Ooh, well, well,
Woman, please let me explain,
I never meant to cause you sorrow or pain,
So let me tell you again and again and again,
I love you (yeah, yeah) now and forever,
I love you (yeah, yeah) now and forever,
I love you (yeah, yeah) now and forever,
I love you (yeah, yeah).