Discover the story of the song > Instant Karma – John Lennon

The song is telling the protagonist that if he keeps acting selfishly and disrespecting love, he'll face the consequences of his actions, potentially resulting in death. The lyrics also urge the protagonist to recognize and treat everyone he meets as equals, as we are all human and should live without pain and fear. The chorus repeats that we all shine on like the celestial bodies in the sky.