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John Lennon

Guilt for being rich, and guilt thinking that perhaps love and peace isn't enough and you have to go and get shot or something.

John Lennon

Peace

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John Lennon is expressing the feeling of discomfort that comes from having wealth while others suffer, making one question if material success is fair or justified. He also highlights the painful realization that idealistic hopes for love and peace might not be enough to prevent violence or harm.

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