Yoko Ono is one of the most exciting alternative musicians working and continues to be so well into her mid-80s. Outside her work associated with John Lennon, Ono has an expansive discography that although largelly centred on the avant garde has dipped into rock, dance, pop, and experimental music. With fourteen studio albums to her name, countless singles and numerous dance hits, Yoko’s discography is one of the most vibrant and interesting music bodies. We’ve taken the pleasure of dipping into Yoko’s releases to shine a light on our favourite of her tracks – we may have missed some of your favourites, so feel free to leave a comment berating us below.
Why (1970)
Album: Yoko Ono/Plastic Ono Band
Bursting with a primal aggression, Why is not an easy listen or a massively enjoyable one. Blending rock and roll production with hetai the Japanese vocal technique – creates a startling blend – yet Yoko has become so known for this technique that it would be a disservice not to include one such track like this in our feature.
Mrs Lennon (1971)
Album: Fly
Much more palatable than previous entry, this first single from Yoko’s second solo album Fly. This haunting ballad
Midsummer New York (1971)
Album: Fly
Listen, The Snow Is Falling (1971)
Album: Fly
Approximately Infinite Universe (1972)
Album: Approximately Infinite Universe
Death of Samantha (1972)
Album: Approximately Infinite Universe
I Felt Like Smashing My Face Through A Clear Glass Window (1972)
Album: Approximately Infinite Universe
Growing Pain (1973)
Album: Feel the Space
Coffin Car (1973)
Album: Feel the Space
Run, Run, Run (1973)
Album: Feel the Space
Men, Men, Men (1973)
Album: Feel the Space
Tomorrow May Never Come (1974)
Album: A Story
Yes, I’m Your Angel (1980)
Album: Double Fantasy
Kiss Kiss Kiss (1980)
Album: Double Fantasy
I’m Moving On (1980)
Album: Double Fantasy
Every Man Has a Woman Who Loves Him (1980)
Album: Double Fantasy
Goodbye Sadness (1981)
Album: Season of Glass
Walking On Thin Ice (1981)
Album: Season of Glass
No, No, No (1981)
Album: Season of Glass
Will You Touch Me (1981)
Album: Season of Glass
My Man (1982)
Album: It’s Alright (I See Rainbows)
Never Say Goodbye (1982)
Album: It’s Alright (I See Rainbows)
Wake Up (1982)
Album: It’s Alright (I See Rainbows)
Your Hands (1984)
Album: Milk and Honey
You’re The One (1984)
Album: Milk and Honey
Sleepless Night (1984)
Album: Milk and Honey
Starpeace (1985)
Album: Starpeace
Hell In Paradise (1985)
Album: Starpeace
I Love You, Earth (1985)
Album: Starpeace
Wouldnit (1996)
Album: Rising
I’m Not Getting Enough (2001)
Album: Blueprint for a Sunrise
Give Peace a Chance (2008 Remix)
Album: Mindbrain/Twisted Remixes
Yes, I’m A Witch (w/ The Brother Brothers) (2007)
Album: Yes I’m a Witch
I’m Not Getting Enough (Dave Aude Club Remix) (2009)
Single
Give Me Something (Morel Mix) (2010)
Album: Open Your Box
Wouldnit (I’m s Star) (Dave Aude Radio Edit) (2010)
Single
Walking on Thin Ice Pet Shop Boys (Remix) (2003)
Everyman Everywoman – w/ Blow-Up
Album: Yes, I’m a Witch
ONO – Move On Fast (Dave Aude Radio Edit)
ONO – Hold Me (Dave Aude Radio Edit)
ONO – Angel (Dave Aude Radio Edit)
Ask the Elephant (2009)
Album: Between My Head and the Sky
I’m Going Away Smiling (2009)
Album: Between My Head and the Sky
Basement Jaxx – Day of the Sunflowers ft. Yoko Ono (2009)
Album: Scars
Bad Dancer (2013)
Album: Take Me to the Land of Hell
Little Boy Blue (2013)
Album: Take Me to the Land of Hell