Working Class Hero

30 years ago today the world lost John Lennon. I say "the world" because it seems as though he belonged to everyone. He was the voice of a generation. He spoke out against war and stood up to government.

But John Lennon wasn't just the voice of his generation. He was gone a few years before I was born, let alone make a decision for myself. Yet, I find him to be such an influence. His music, solo and as a Beatle will live on as the voice of the people.

I can't help but to wonder, what musical acts would be considered the act of my generation? Lady Gaga?

Personally, I'm a fan of classic rock. If I had to pick an artist to speak for me, I'd pick Springsteen. But, The Boss is more my parents' generation than mine. I can't help but to feel Generation X has been ripped off as far as music. My parents as youngsters got The Beatles and the Rolling Stones. They also got The Boss, Petty, Dylan and countless other greats.

Maybe I'm an old soul, but I wish I had a working class hero.