It took me quite a long time to realise that my maleness was cutting off certain areas for Yoko [Ono]. She's a red hot liberationistand was quick to show me where I was going wrong, even though it seemed to me that I was just acting naturally. That's why I'm always interested to know how people who claim to be radical treat women.

All I want is the truth, just give me some truth

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting my friends

I still believe in peace, love and understanding.

You don't have to be a star to get a cheese sandwich. You just have to be first.

I enjoyed it when football crowds in the early days would sing 'All together now' - that was another one. I was also pleased when the movement in America took up 'Give peace a chance' because I had written it with that in mind really.

"All you need is love." I believe it. It's damn hard, but I absolutely believe it.