Friday 9 March 2012
Instant Moments @instantmoments
did you see anything of my hometown Krems when you visited the Kunsthalle there?
I breathed the beautiful air, and drank good water. You guys look healthy and joyful. In the world of pollution, you guys are very lucky people.
Greg Philippi @GregPhilippi
When faced w choice between your creative dream path+a practical path of less resistance how 2decide which path 2take?
My creative dream stands with no resistance.
Montserrat Marín @MontserratMarin
dear Yoko, think you that there is something more precious than a smile?
A smile brings health and love to you. Tell me if there is anything more precious than that. 
james j. scott @JimmieJScott
What do you think is the most powerful divider/disruptor amongst the human race & what could be done to overcome it?
We are all dividers and disruptors of our lives from the very fact that we exist. Accept it, be humbled by it, but not feel guilty, starting with the division of cells which makes us grow.
Erin @E_B_W_
How can I instill peace in my two officemates who have opposing opinions on the use of speakerphone?
Learn from the two ways suggested by the two, and present the third way which negates both their ways. See what happens.
DRO @whoisdro
What do you this about this. Is art a fluidity between the heart, mind, body and soul, a true connection of collective composition. Of balance and tranquility?
Art is indeed a fluidity between the heart, mind, body and soul, and gives balance and tranquility because of it.
retrobanks @retrobanks
What is the answer to this question I have asked myself daily thru the decades since that night in Paris: “Am I here?”
All of us are here as long as we can question it.
sleepflowered @sleepflowered
Dear Yoko, I’ve had anorexia for 7 years and I’m struggling to recover. Do you have any advice?
Find something other than eating or not eating that you wish to do and concentrate your effort on that…. what about running?
Eri Yoneda @EriYoneda
Dear Yoko, what would you do when you feel so sad that you just can’t stop tearing?
Tearing is an excellent way of bringing balance and health to your mind and body. Keep tearing.
Adrien R @AdrienRSA
Hi,just wanna say that “Watching The Rain” is one of my favourite songs, thank you for doing it, Cant wait for next album
I can’t wait for it, either. I just have to find a block of time.
Darlene Mitrevics @CosmicColouring
Money’s important to personal survival and for helping others. Any suggestions for boosting income ? Special mindset?
Think of something more important than money in your life. Take care of that thing.
Rebecca Munroe
Hi Yoko… I love the song “Who has Seen the Wind.” Any chance you will be doing any live shows? I would love to see you in Montreal.
I love Montreal and go there whenever there is a chance.. you mean, you don’t know about it?!
Nick Hart
I think that “Hard Times Are Over” and “Let Me Count The Ways” are two hauntingly beautiful pieces of music. How easy is it for you to compose melodies like these and how much did John input?
I am the kind of composer who gets musical inspiration as well as lyrical. Not that some of the music is so incredible. But they are 100 percent me.
Laura Corriveau Dempsey
Yoko, When you write music do you meditate? Do you ever think about all the elements like air, earth, fire and water and how they can improve your creativity? And one last thing…what’s your take on the “Tree of Life?” Lots of love and keep making your beautiful music.
The Tree of Life gives incredible inspiration. I don’t particularly meditate or think of all the natural elements when I write songs. Songs come so easily to me, I don’t have to rely on anything except my head and/or my heart.
Yvonne Charisse
how do you keep yourself so inspired? you always seem to be so happy and optimistic. more power to you, Yoko-san! 
I always feel inspired.
Sue Witty
In your opinion, what is the meaning of Life?
I don’t question the meaning of life. I just go, go.
Eric Cobb
Hey beautiful.It was SO much fun in OKC over NYE and NYrs day W/theLips. I am wondering if you realize the impact your integrity and presence has on the audience when you perform? I really was blown away by Your set. Granted, it was a magical evening(s), There was something about your presence that had power to it and wisdom. It was like you were doing tai chi for me. And of coarse the band was amazing.Sean is incredible at everything, and so was everyone. And I would imagine every time you perform it is completely different and new. I guess my question was more of a statement. You are an inspiring performer and I would Love to have your latest songs on vinyl. So here is my question: where can I order your records?
I haven’t made the next one yet. When it’s made, you will know.
Music links: Chimera Music Store, iTunes, Amazon.
Rob Thomas
Happy International Woman’s Day! One of my favorite songs from Approximately Infinite Universe is “I Have a Woman Inside My Soul.” I have loved this song for decades now. It speaks to me very deeply as a song about the power of vulnerability (of affect or feeling) that we all share, whether we are outwardly “gendered” as male or female. Do you have any memories of working on this song or thoughts to share with us about it?
In the middle of the night in the studio – I was inspired
Ruth Addams
Thank you for being you, and also for allowing us into a corner of your life. I have great admiration for your strength.
I am not a very strong person. I just do what I have to do when I have to.
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yoko what does it mean ” I’m in phase 9 now”,( your response to fact you don’t cook but put energy else where) what is is significant about the # 9? Does John’s Revolution #9 share a meaning?
with a handshake in thought.
Lynn Gallen
YOKO, THIS MAN Jacque Fresco’s, HAS DEDICATIED HIS WHOLE LIFE TO A NEW WORLD FOR US TO LIVE IN PEACE, BUT NO ONE IN THE USA WILL LISTEN OR LOOK AT HIS ART AND DREAMS CAUSE OF HIS EDUCATION.” IMAGINE” IS WHAT HE IS ALL ABOUT AND HOPEFULLY WITH YOUR HELP SOMEONE WILL LISTEN TO HIS WONDERFUL AND AMAZING IDEAS! PLEASE TAKE THE TIME TO LOOK OVER HIS WEBSITE AND YOU WILL SEE WHY I FEEL THIS MAN JUST WANTS TO MAKE THE WORLD A BETTER PLACE, JUST AS YOU AND I DO. I LOVE YOU FOR LOVING ALL OF US, AND I AM GRATEFUL FOR ALL THAT YOU AND JOHN DO TO SEARCH FOR PEACE FOR ALL OF US!
Thank you so much for answering my question Yoko
Joseph Martin john is a light that will never go out for all you need is love will continue to feed this light
he was a poet, songwriter, composer, a father, a champion for peace but most of all he was just a man. unlike paul m. he could feel and write a…bout pain and longing and reach the depths of dispair and somehow it was beautiful Help i need somebody, so i sing a song of love for julia, mother you had me but i never had you, women you understand the little child inside a man, i was dreaming in the past and my heart was beating fast, if you want money for people with minds that hate all i can tell you brother you’ll have to wait, war is over if you want it, no need for greed or hungar a brotherhood of man,but most of all IN MY LIFE I LOVE YOU MORE
happy birthday john you are loved and i and millions more will miss you
Yoko, your message is beautiful and we still believe in Peace.
Here in South America we fight everyday for our beliefs, our ideals, our peace motives and for the beauty of life.
Sometimes is very hard to swim against the currents, against over consumption, against the media, against the powerful and their money.
But when i saw you and your willpower to keep screaming for peace and love for everyone, i feel alive now and i’ll keep yelling and working to build a better world for us all.
Thank you Yoko. Mata ne!
Felipe Nadeau.
i need your help!…i’m in a big emotional crisis and i don’t think i’m handling too well….
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Hello Yoko, thank you for being available. I was at MoMA this past weekend…I screamed and made a wish. Thanks for bringing me full circle…and thank you for your he(art). I will be thinking of you and John tomorrow. Xo jen
Hi Jen! It’s nice that you participated in the scream piece and screamed. Your scream joined all the other screams of that piece performed in MOMA, and is sending out a strong vibration and making a strong statement to the world. love, yoko
Many years ago in NY you and John did a TV show on channel 13 which I attended. I have never heard anything relating to this show. Could you please let me know why.
Love and God Bless
That show still exists as a video and is played once in awhile by the TV station.
My next cd with my poems / music will be dedicated to you and John. This because of the good vibes you’re givin’ to the world. More than thanks, and with lovin’ greetings from The Netherlands,
Jos Witteman
Once again thank you very much for taking the time to answer the questions your much appreciated n loved..cheers, thanks.
Live forever
HI Yoko,
I am doing a write up on Cut Piece. I was wondering what is a message or representation you were trying to say with this piece?
Thanks,
Kallie
There are many layers of statements in that piece. It is not just one. yoko
Thank you for the answers that you shared to me especially about questions related when you were expecting a baby with John.. One of my favorites is you are craving meat and cabbage and about morning sickness.. hope if you don’t mind I could post some questions that was bugging in my head. it is all about Sean when he was not yet born (I mean inside your womb)… again thank you…
Love your response to my query, thank you so much for your work. You’re absolutely right about love.
Yoko, God bless you, love nessus
Yoko, one day I drove through Florida and felt incredibly sad, for no apparent reason, later, I found out Nam June Paik had died, how did you feel on that day? do you remember?
Yes. I felt sad. He was a good friend. yoko
Love your work Yoko !!!
Yoko, do you believe in “an eye for an eye”? those who kill should be killed in return or anything like that?
No. Watch this.
Thank you Yoko for taking the time to answer these questions. Your ideas inspire me.
-Jay