[NittanyLion]

I suspect Lennon is asking you to imagine these things along with all the attendant changes necessary to mankind and human nature that would make them possible. I don't think even Lennon believes these things to be possible in the world we live in.

While the author is right in the literal sense, I think he comes off as a bit anal to actually deconstruct the lyrics. 99% of the people listening to the song probably like the tune/sound and never give a second thought to what the lyrics actually mean. Articles like these are the reason conservatives are viewed as so ill-humored. JMO.

[Skooz]

Exactly.

It's just a song, people.

It makes as much sense as "Tutti Fruity" or "Girl From Ipanema."

[Lijahsbubbe]

While the author is right in the literal sense, I think he comes off as a bit anal to actually deconstruct the lyrics. 99% of the people listening to the song probably like the tune/sound and never give a second thought to what the lyrics actually mean. Articles like these are the reason conservatives are viewed as so ill-humored. JMO

Peace and love songs of the era. Does the author think someone actually wanted to "teach the world to sing in perfect harmony", or "hold it in my arms and keep it company", or even "buy the world a Coke'? LOL