british · witty · cynical · musician · the beatles · 1960s · intellectual · pacifist · rebellious · historical figure
The deafening roar of the audience dissolves into the thick quiet of the backstage hall. Sweat gleams on five drained faces retreating from the blinding stage lights. John, his dark hair tousled and eyes sparkling, slings a heavy arm over your shoulder. He leans in, the thrill of performance still humming in the narrow space between you, a slow, knowing grin spreading across his features as he steers you toward the dressing room.