🎵 George Harrison - All Those Years Ago REACTION

[@jehuxtable]

It was George's tribute to John Lennon. It was released five months after Lennon's death in 1980. By that time he had known Lennon for 23 years.

[@markallen2984]

*Lennon's murder/assassination (not just "death")*

[@northlander4370]

@@markallen2984 i wouldnt mind spending five minutes in a room with Chapman

[@billn7183]

@@northlander4370 the only question would be what to do for the last 4 minutes and 55 seconds?

[@northlander4370]

@@billn7183 hide the body ?

[@kevindowdell8394]

✌❤

[@andrewft31]

This was a tribute to John Lennon, George wrote it after he was murdered

[@randomtruths3400]

Interestingly, he actually wrote it originally for Ringo before John was killed (they even recorded a version of it). After John's death, he reworked the lyrics to make it a tribute to John.

[@Firefoxy-rz1nw]

It was always a tribute to John even before the murder. George had basically finished the track by the time of john's death. In light of the news he reworked the lyrics and recorded a new vocal. He also invited Paul to do backing vocals. Ringo was already on the original music track.

[@surferles589]

Loved when he said, 'And I always looked up to you'. Touching

[@angelfontanez9148]

George did not care much for McCartney, though he collaborated with him after the Beatles broke up. He was more on Lennon's corner, sort of speak.

[@markallen2984]

This song is specifically a tribute to John Lennon after John was murdered. George also has a song generally reminiscing about being a Beatle called "When We Was Fab" (The Beatles were sometimes known by their press-given nickname of "The Fab Four")

[@glynisroberts5029]

George Harrison has sung such beautiful songs❤

[@aaronarnold7653]

George was always my favorite. What a beautiful soul...sweet reaction

[@dimedraweriv258]

Same here

[@Timoeltejano]

Same. He was a reluctant star and didn't really enjoy the fame

[@amyk9175]

“Deep in the darkest night I send out a prayer to you Now in the world of light Where the spirit free of lies And all else that we despised.” These lines always give me goosebumps.

[@thomassamburgh5904]

Extremely heartfelt song by George for John. Very insightful reaction guys . Don't worry about the passage of time,no way to stop it . Your about to enter your next chapter with the baby. Enjoy.

[@keithroberts4952]

This is one of the best tribute songs ever written for anyone, imo! Ringo is on drums with Paul and his then wife Linda on backing vocals. A truly beautiful tribute to John from his former band mates!

[@matthewdrake4385]

It's crazy to think that John was only 40 when he passed. George was a great artist in his own right and definitely needs more love and appreciation. Even though The Beatles split up many years ago and pursued other interests, they really did care about each other the same way brothers do. The song was a great tribute to John by George. Ringo and Paul are the only two still left .

[@SilentBob731]

I've oft lamented that the remaining members of The Beatles and the remaining members of The Who didn't team up and do something. Between the two, they're a full band.

[@matthewdrake4385]

That's a pretty unique combination. The 4 of them could switch up on vocals depending on the song or style. Roger, Pete, Ringo and Paul. One unique fact is that Ringo's son Zak has been drumming with the Who for years, and was gifted his first set of drums by...Keith Moon.

[@patticrichton1135]

@@matthewdrake4385 Keith Moon was also Zak's godfather.

[@phen277]

@@SilentBob731 From everything I've learned, at least back in the day, the Who were not very fond of the Beatles; thought of them as too poppy.

[@kentclark6420]

This was a tribute from George to John Lennon, after John's death in 1980 at the young age of 40. Shot by a lunatic in New York City outside of John's apartment building.

[@surlechapeau]

Brad & Lex, you'll love his "Give Me Love(Give Me Peace on Earth)" !!

[@RhettAnderson]

RIP John and George.

[@lumpyfishgravy]

What a beautiful, sweet, touching, warm, affectionate tribute. And done so well!

[@waltw4537]

Love it. Haven't heard it in awhile. "Now we're left cold and sad by someone, the Devil's best friend..." You might want to check out Elton John's tribute to John, called "Empty Garden". This was such a shock to us all back then.

[@patticrichton1135]

That line was a good way to describe John's killer, without having to mention his name. I NEVER mention that "piece of trash's" name. I refuse to give him the "fame" he wanted for killing John. Thank goodness he has been consistently denied parole at every hearing (Yoko always attended the hearings, I suspect their son Sean will have to do it for the next time it rolls around, Yoko is too frail now).

[@markharris1125]

@@patticrichton1135 I must admit that I hadn't even considered what had happened to 'him' since that day. Thanks for the information.

[@hawaiirastalady]

I can't watch this video without feeling utterly heartbroken, just the same way it felt on the morning of December 9, 1980 when I found out John Lennon was murdered. That soul-crushing feeling has never left me, even after 42 years. George Harrison has such a way of tuning in to the truest feelings of the heart. The whole world has never stopped mourning the loss of John Lennon.

[@patprescott1818]

George was a gentle soul. He wrote this for John his friend, band mate and brother. ✌❤🎶🎵☮

[@rickclark8657]

This was an ode to John Lennon after the assassination

[@Dinosaurs_with_laser_guns]

Love the interview with George Harrison on the Dick Cavett show. It really shows how real he was.

[@John_Locke_108]

This song breaks my heart. RIP John. Such a beautiful tribute.

[@MySherry10]

The Beatles have to be the greatest band ever and most talented , watching them brings smiles and you can see they were the closest of friends and like brothers and loved each other as such and they had so much fun. they were witty, talented, funny and all of them could sing and made thier way on thier talent . Yes its amazing to think that was really not that long ago .

[@robertreichle1]

"When We Was Fab" is another good looking back song from George.

[@ghostpuppet31]

I have no doubt that Dear George was the heart of the Beatles. His soulful demeanor and peaceful charismatic charm always brings smiles to people's faces! Would highly recommend George's song "Give me love (and peace on Earth)".

[@musicalchairs777]

Three Beatles coming together to knock one more out of the park in tribute to their brother. I was little when this came out but it makes me think of being in school, the smell of crayons and glue, the classroom windows open on a fresh spring day. The lyrics were as deep as it gets but the music is so innocent and wide eyed. George's music was all about making the listener feel good. He was never trying to wow anybody, just went where the music took him with no ego slowing him down or tricking him into a wrong turn. Just listen to the guitar, it sounds like he just plugged straight into the board, no effects, no razzle dazzle, doesn't matter, it hits you right in the heart.

[@jamiecarter459]

Love your videos! This song was released 6 months after John died, Ringo is playing the drums and Paul McCartney and wings provided the backing vocals. Which makes this the only real tribute to John featuring all the other remaining Beatles and knowing that makes me tear up ❤

[@raymondmanderville505]

Your going to be shocked how fast the time flys by

[@richardtaylor8595]

George Harrison has done so much for music beyond the Beatles it is crazy. This man should be in the Rock Hall just on his achievements. Love this song. This song is a tribute to John and the Beatles.

[@Marlenefanclubsimone]

Tom Petty and Jeff Lynne induct George Harrison into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2004.

[@tylerhackner9731]

Love him

[@mikelucey5035]

I don’t believe there’s anything more relative than time. The more that’s passed, the faster it passes.

[@richardmtl]

Childhood memories all those years ago. My parents played this all the time in the house. Early 80s

[@normandavidtidiman9918]

George's tribute to John Lennon in 1981 just weeks after his murder in December 1980. Features Paul & Linda McCartney on backing vocals.

[@melaniesweeten5401]

And Ringo on drums.

[@normandavidtidiman9918]

@@melaniesweeten5401 I remembered after I posted 👍🏻

[@marilyndurham738]

im so glad I got to experience and enjoy john and all of the Beatles for so many years. The good and the sad.

[@susanelkins3068]

Ringo and Paul are on this as well- Loving tribute to John

[@giannirizzi8646]

Good music, wonderful remembers and...tears!

[@aarongoldstein7614]

In the summer of 1981, you could not go anywhere without hearing this song & the raw emotion of it being released only months after John Lennon’s assassination. The following year Paul McCartney recorded a song for Lennon called “Here Today” which has a become a permanent part of his set list at his concerts.

[@longfootbuddy]

i think back in stages of my life, and each stage i was in, i was thinking back all those years ago

[@karenwalker3770]

George wrote this song for John after he'd been murdered. He had lived with times of feeling very nervous about safety, & later his fears were realized. A guy broke in to Friar Park (his home), in the middle of the night, & both George and Olivia were involved in a horrific fight against this guy. George had things going in & out of his leg I believe, & collapsed lung, all kinds of awful injuries. He was already fighting cancer when this happened, so it was completely horrifying. I'd recommend checking out "Isn't it a Pity", "Beware of Darkness"and TONS more! George was HORRIFICALLY UNDERAPPRECIATED in the Beatles, & so he was glad to be able to finally get some of his enormous stockpile of incredible music released!! He seemed SOOOO much happier when he handpicked friends to become the Traveling Wilburies! They put out some incredible songs as well. Sadly, only Jeff Lynne and Bob Dylan are still alive.

[@patticrichton1135]

the intruder stabbed George many times, it was amazing that he survived that attack since he was already in a weakened state with cancer, Dhani feels that the attack hastened George's decline in health even further. Olivia had a few wounds too when she tried to fight him off of George. It's disgusting!

[@phen277]

To your point about forming the Wiburies: George had said several years earlier, "The best that happened to me was the Beatles. The second best thing to happen to me was leaving the Beatles."

[@mikeythehat6693]

The older you get , the faster it goes guys , take my word for it . I'm 58 years old and 28 feels like last week . Every year goes by like a month used to . This foto , in my thumbnail was taken when I was about 40 , I haven't changed it because it feels like I just took it 6 months ago. Also RIP John Ono Lennon .

[@rayj1011]

What you said struck me as funny but so true.

[@patticrichton1135]

@Mikey The Hat....wait until you get to be 75 like me, time even goes faster! For me a year goes by like a few months now. It's truly scary how much faster it goes the older you get. Remember when you were just a little kid and a year seemed to take FOREVER!!?? How I LONG for it to feel like that now. I am not ready to go yet....so many people my age have.

[@mikeythehat6693]

@@patticrichton1135 Don't be scared. What are you gonna do? It's just the way of things. It won't help to allow fear to have any impact. I say, enjoy the twilight years, what do you have to lose?

[@andrea.mojarro]

Crying in the club right now. This song always gets me. Love the Beatles

[@kasperkjrsgaard1447]

In a way, Ringo Starrs song “Photograph” hits me more. He wrote it together with George H, and when he performed it at the “Songs for George” memorial concert, it suddently got a completely new meaning, and I realised, how much Ringo must have loved George. It’s one of my absolute favourite songs ever.

[@kevindowdell8394]

Grateful Dead, Uncle John's Band. You are awesome host's. Truly a pleasure.✌❤

[@antifax8434]

My Sweet George ♥️🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸

[@thomastimlin1724]

Among all the photos you are also seeing clips from their movies A Hard Day's Night, Help, Magical Mystery Tour and Let It Be. Left out is the cartoon movie Yellow Submarine. You need to watch those in that order. I highly recommend A Hard Days Night out of all of them as it helps you understand Beatlemania in a fun way, the pressures of being the young new Beatles under pressure to perform and tour all the time. This was about the assassination of John Lennon on DEC 8 1980, by a crazed fan in NYC. George wrote this tribute song. Paul wrote on later called Here Today. Ringo did write one eventually for George in 2003 called Never Without You. George wrote one about the Beatles in 1987 called When We was Fab. You may want to check all those out.

[@raffaojeda]

Beautiful song dedicated to Lennon, thank u again george!

[@stevensprunger3422]

Sweet Brad & lex I remember when this came out it’s about the Beatles and John Lennon it’s not just an ordinary song sweet Brad sweet Lex You got understand when this came out it’s stuck deep our Hearts ♥️❤️❣️

[@patticrichton1135]

It's really more about John specifically, George's "WHEN WE WAS FAB" is about the Beatles, another great song and video.

[@karenlkvm]

Another tribute George did for his days with the Beatles is "When We Was Fab"

[@Agg1E91]

My favorite Harrison solo studio work.

[@michaelfrazia4569]

loved this song when I was 7 In 81

[@garyarnett1220]

YEA ! Someone finally doing this song, George's tribute to his murdered friend. He got the others to join him on this" Paul and Linda McCartney on backing vocals and keyboards, and Ringo on drums.

[@richardjacobs7632]

I was hooked when I first heard them as a teen, some much so I play on and off with a Beatles tribute band!

[@cptlou]

Had the Beatles not broken up, there would definitely be an awesome slide guitar in the songs. George definitely mastered the slide.

[@mistyanderson4567]

Love George Harrison🤗 ✌️

[@heloinaddict]

Cherish ever moment. It goes faster than you think.

[@kkampy4052]

Just remember to live in the moment. Take in your surroundings, put your phone away.

[@trishc3099]

After he died? I thought it was earlier than that. You learn something every day. Either way I love love love this song!!

[@patticrichton1135]

Yes, after John was murdered. The line "now we're left cold and sad, by SOMEONE THE DEVIL'S BEST FRIEND, someone who offended all." is referring to John's killer ( I will NOT mention his name, if you don't know it, just look it up online. ) The part "now we're left cold and sad," and "...who offended all" refers to everyone that loved John Lennon around the world.

[@markamos1911]

Ringo on drums, Paul and Linda McCartney (with Denny Laine) backing vocals. The first recording after John's murder to feature the three remaining Beatles.

[@Bekka_Noyb]

♥ I suggest George Harrison song - When We Was Fab

[@fowleheidi482]

Love you two!

[@outernothingness1177]

I can't imagine any other Beatle even considering writing a song about any other Beatle in this way. Heart-wrenching stuff.

[@andyallan2909]

Paul wrote and released a tribute to John too - "Here Today," on his album, 'Tug of War.' Also, a bit more obscure perhaps but just as emotional, is Ringo's tribute to George called, "Never Without You." It has Eric Clapton on guitar. John wrote, "Now and Then," to his dear friend, Paul. So all four Beatles have written a song about another Beatle in this way.

[@greypossum1]

This was George's personal tribute to John Lennon after he was murdered. That's why John appears so prominently in the video. He also wrote a tribute to the Beatles called When We Was Fab. John lived to be 40. He has been gone for 42 years.

[@barriehull7076]

In 2007, the Beatles became the first band to feature on a series of UK postage stamps issued by the Royal Mail. In 1985, Michael Jackson purchased ATV for a reported $47.5 million. The acquisition gave him control over the publishing rights to more than 200 Beatles songs, as well as 40,000 other copyrights. The Beatles began in 1957, when John Lennon formed a skiffle group with his friends called the Quarrymen. The band underwent many name and membership changes, culminating in 1962 with the famous line-up of Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr. After the Beatles disbanded in 1970, each of the four members went on to have success, both as solo acts and with their own groups. Although Lennon died in 1980, the remaining Beatles re-united in 1994 to record new songs for the Anthology project. Since Harrison's death in 2001, the two remaining members have not reunited as the Beatles.

[@patticrichton1135]

THANKFULLY, Michael Jackson's estate no longer owns the Beatles' catalogue, Sony had control over it, but in 2017 the rights reverted back to the songwriters (Lennon and McCartney and the Beatles 's songs that were written by George) SO now the rights to the Beatles catalogue belong to Paul McCartney.

[@nitegoat1369]

37 years ago, seems like just yesterday, to me. Even though I’m 51, in my head, I still feel like I’m 14.

[@gwilli9511]

You're right, real time happens so slow, I graduated from high school 52 years ago.

[@rodhanson7112]

GEORGE Harrison WAS A GREAT guitarist AND HE WROTE THE SONG CALLED HERE COMES THE SUN AND HE WROTE THE SONG CALLED something AND HE died from cancer 🥺

[@yontron3692]

Wow … “sooner than yesterday” That statement just made me feel somewhat happy 😊 Must in enjoy our present 🎁 🕰

[@robertkaplan7001]

Legend!!!!

[@FuturologyTheMusical]

Both Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr played on this track. First time they recorded together since the Beatles broke up. All in tribute to John Lennon.

[@Hartlor_Tayley]

Great reaction and song. More Gearge Harrison please.

[@Geerladenlad]

I had forgotten about this song. I'm going to have to go back through my music hard drive and see if I have this file on there somewhere.

[@ronalddobis6782]

As many have already written this was George's tribute to John after John's murder. Paul McCartney also has a nice tribute called Here Today.

[@scottmckeever7126]

Cool song from my favorite Beatle

[@DanielMcHale-ci4gc]

They say that George was the soul of beatles.well he prove it in this song

[@robperry5293]

Goerge was always the introspective Beatle. I think this song was a little closure for Goerge on the chapter of his life with the Beatles & John. I got to see Goerge in concert, Amazing!

[@jeffreyflint6286]

Excellent pick man.

[@andyallan2909]

There's a Paul tribute to John too - "Here Today." And more obscure perhaps, but just as emotional is Ringo's tribute to George called, "Never Without You," this one has Eric Clapton on guitar.

[@1011moz]

Ringos tribute is my favourite.

[@patticrichton1135]

I don't think that "Here Today" is obscure. He is clearly talking about when they met and began writing songs, etc. It's very emotional. I always cry when I hear it or when Paul plays it in his concerts. He plays it at every concert, as he does "Something" in tribute to George.

[@andyallan2909]

@@patticrichton1135 It's in the punctuation, I said the Ringo tribute to George was more obscure.

[@charlesberton2581]

Great song. Great memories. Thanks, cats.

[@kenhenderson1762]

George originally wrote this in 1980 for Ringo, as a look back at his Beatle days. But Ringo demurred, he said it wasn't in his key and besides he had already recorded a similar song (written by John) in 1973 called "I'm The Greatest". So George gave Ringo a different song ("Wrack My Brain"). After John was killed, George re-wrote the lyrics as a tribute to John. He kept Ringo's previous recorded drum track and got Paul to sing backup. It was released in March of 1981.

[@LordEagle]

The BEST Beatle,,,,IMHO. 👍👍👍😎

[@nuts45150]

GEORGE IN HIS COMEDY LOOKING UP HIS OLDER BROTHER GONE TO SOON PAUL ALSO DID THAT ONE SONG TRIBUTE MAKES ME CRY JOHN LENNON PEACE AND LOVE

[@davidstephan5116]

Billy Preston, the unofficial fifth Beatle. He’s worth checking out. The record company wouldn’t allow him to be an actual member due to the color of his skin in the early 60’s, but he’s been a part of many songs plus his own solo projects after the Beatles broke up

[@88pjtink]

Good Choice. George did so much great solo stuff. What is referred to as his "ohm" album is just fantastic (if overly spiritual for my taste). And "All Things Must Pass" is also great music, and with a country, folky touch. That was a double-album, and his first solo album. It killed in sales.

[@Dinosaurs_with_laser_guns]

All Things Must Pass is my fave Beatle post The Beatles album.

[@88pjtink]

@@Dinosaurs_with_laser_guns I would have to go with the John Lennon "cloud" album. But ATMP is way up there for me. It is just full of incredible tunes.

[@thomassamburgh5904]

@@Dinosaurs_with_laser_guns yes,mine too,a classic

[@thomassamburgh5904]

@@88pjtink my favorite Lennon album is Some Time in NYC

[@poempadgett4664]

I recommend “Something,” “Here Comes the Sun,” Tax Man,” or “My Sweet Lord,” great George-songs with the Beatles, except for the last one, which was post-Beatles solo, iirc.

[@keensoundguy6637]

This was written after John was murdered, so there's no going back, but the "Threatles" (Paul, George, and Ringo) nevertheless did go back during the mid 90s by producing completed versions of "Free As A Bird" and "Real Love" using old solo demo recordings by John. And during Paul's latest concert tour, he included footage from the Beatles rooftop performance of January 30, 1969 that was for the movie "Let It Be" (and recently also included in Peter Jackson's "Get Back" documentary). Paul recreated their duet on "I've Got A Feeling" (this was another song like "A Day In The Life" where John and Paul merged two of their separate songs into one). For the record though, "Empty Garden" by Elton John was probably the best tribute song to Lennon.

[@stevensprunger3422]

The “Beatles “ had no idea What was going on …

[@sandrotavini8838]

in the beginning this song was for Ringo Starr ( george wrote few song for him ) but after Lennon death george decide to change few word and his a tribute for lennon ( paul mc cartney his on the chorus and ringo in the drums )

[@tigerpinky]

love this one!

[@rayj1011]

You don't realize until later that you are living your best years now.

[@josephtingley654]

John and Paul have both said that George was their equal and that means a lot.

[@charlier711]

Wow, I never saw this before. Wonderful tribute to John. It's also somewhat ironic as George seemed disgruntled after the Beatles broke up often downplaying the importance and weight of their impact. It was understandable as he was frustrated with not being able to get his work on Beatles records. As the saying goes, George had the grand misfortune of being an excellent songwriter in a band with the two best.

[@SomeLittleShoe]

looking at things now, George Harrison was the biggest part of the soul of the Beatles.

[@itbechelsea]

My favorite Beatle ❤️ Listen to "All Things Must Pass"!

[@shellzmoe8966]

There’s always that 25% chance George was your favorite Beatle… they were all amazing in their own rights. I loved his song, “something.”

[@lourall5390]

Another reminiscent song by George "When We Was Fab"

[@joedonlewis9820]

George was a good guy. He had a good life.

[@rebeccalipps23]

Yeah, suddenly high school is 40 years ago. Coming up on that one this coming year. I'm 18 with 40 years of experience. Sometimes that 18-year-old rattles the cage of time & the toll it has taken. Usually, she sits in stunned silence at the madness the world contains, now.

[@atuuschaaw]

♥

[@terminallumbago6465]

Another great tribute song to John is “Here Today” by Paul McCartney

[@chrisolivo6591]

This is how great The Beatles were. George Harrison was #3 in the band in terms of writing and singing songs after McCartney/Lennon. He could have lead any band with his voice and writing skills.

[@elizabethfranco1284]

Beautiful song for his friend John Lennon

[@elizabethfranco1284]

George Harrison put this out around 1981 paying homage to his friend and Beatle band mate John Lennon who had been gunned down by a crazed fan in December 1980.

[@patticrichton1135]

@ ELIZABETH FRANCO, I don't want to sound rude or mean, but if you see this, could you kindly remove John's killer's name from your post? We TRUE fans NEVER mention his name because it just gives him the notoriety and fame that he wanted by killing John. We don't even like him being referred to as a "fan" TRUE fans DON'T go out and kill or hurt the person they are supposedly a fan of. Just call him a crazy man. He deserves to not HAVE a name. THANKS