Ringo Starr reveals true origin of iconic 'peace and love' motto
Ringo Starr has revealed the real story behind his famous catchphrase. The legendary drummer is well known for frequently signing off with the words, “Peace and love.” Many fans have long believed the 84-year-old legend came up with the phrase during the Beatles’ spiritual trip to India in 1968 - but this isn't the case.
Speaking to the Associated Press, Ringo finally set the record straight – and the roots of his mantra lie not in the East, but on the West Coast of America. “It actually came, for me, from San Francisco, where the hippies were,” Starr said. “They were, of course, great peace and lovers, and then it changed. But I found a picture the other day of the four of us [giving the peace sign]... I didn’t invent it, I just picked it up. John was a big proponent of peace and love, and it just came to me.”
Decades later, Ringo admits the message is still important today, saying, “I think it’s important every day — and right now the world is going through a madness. Maybe it’ll help."
The Beatles drummer was flung into the spotlight after joining the Beatles in 1962, and has since faced the highs and lows of fame. He has held onto his optimism since childhood, despite facing some difficult challenges early in life regarding his health.
Source: themirror.com/Ayaan Ali
