George Harrison What is life reaction | Too much talent in one band!

[@HarriBestReactions]

I did think i heard Motown in this song.Some here have disagreed.So i went on to find out what George himself thought of this.And this is what i found. Harrison biographer Simon Leng describes "What Is Life" as "Motown-spiced" and a comparatively rare example of its composer's willingness to embrace the role of "entertainer" in his songwriting. And on the subject of what the song is about,heres what i also found- The lyrics have a universal quality, being both simple and uplifting. Their meaning has caused some debate among biographers and music critics, as to whether "What Is Life" should be viewed as a straightforward love song - perhaps a "lovingly crafted paen" to Harrison's wife Pattie Boyd, in Clayson's description or a devotional song like many of Harrison's compositions.Ian Inglis writes that the song title suggests a "philosophical debate about the meaning of life", yet its rendering as "what is my life" in the choruses "reshapes [the meaning] completely".

[@TheMichaelseymour]

its dripping with motown !

[@daletwin1]

What Is Life is probably my favorite solo song by George Harrison. I have always loved this song since I first heard it in the 70's. Though I wish Harri reacted to the video version with the two dancers that George's wife put together and released. It makes the song even more enjoyable.

[@betsyab121]

Really? Because those two kids dancing around randomly just confused me. I would have rather seen George lip syncing in the video.

[@workingman6681]

One of my favorite songs by George Harrison!!!!

[@Looneyintheboonies]

George Harrison is my favorite Beatle and this is my favorite song of his, thank you! I hope you react to my second favorite song of his, "MY SWEET LORD". I also love BILLY PRESTON'S version of it he sang at the George Harrison Tribute concert! It's fantastic! Another tribute that I love is Weird Al YANKOVIC singing this song, WHAT IS LIFE at George Fest! He's seriously singing, its not a parody!

[@docbearmb]

That album shown, All Things Must Pass, is loaded with great songs. And I mean great! George grew so much during his years as a Beatle. Ultimately, his solo career was every bit as successful as John’s and Paul’s; from a writing, vocal and instrumental standpoint. BTW, did into which he has performing with him on this album. It’s an all-star group.

[@JoelWende]

‘The Quiet Beatle’ wasn’t really quiet. He didn’t have time for all the media rubbish, but he could party as well as the rest of them, loved things like Formula One and fast cars, and had a wide friendship circle!

[@raymondking214]

And women...And gardening.

[@jeffcobb2734]

I think George gave a couple of songs to Ringo that became his biggest solo hits -- It Don't Come Easy and Photograph.

[@mikemiller3069]

Don't forget George's participation in and contribution to the Traveling Wilburys.

[@brendaparker3825]

Love George his voice was amazing!! Always makes me happy!! Fabulous song!!!!

[@amyk9175]

I sure like Blow Away by George Harrison. It wasn’t a huge hit but I it is one of those that takes me way back when I hear it to that time period. Also great by George is All Those Years Ago, a tribute to John.

[@j.jennings1722]

This is a great song, and it actually did chart, making it into the top ten in the U.S. and reaching #1 in other countries. It made George the first Beatle to have two top ten hits in America, after their breakup. You should react to his hit "Dark Horse" which was recorded soon after a tour and his voice was raw. It's super catchy. Of course, his classic "My Sweet Lord" is heavenly, but I believe you've already reacted to that one. It's the go-to song for most reactors.

[@CrankCase08]

For some strange reason, here in the UK it was put on the B-side of 'My Sweet Lord'.

[@Sober2003]

George was my favorite Beatle! And this is one of my favorites! 💖

[@ernaanspach473]

This is one of those songs that brings back memories of a certain time in my life. I was hoping you would react to it. Thanks for the memories. ❤️🙂

[@AI_Surfer]

"Run Of The Mill' is another fantastic song from the 'All Things Must Pass' album.

[@TakeOffeur]

Or "Beware the Darkness" my favorite.

[@titusho2]

I love.. Run of the Mill' ...great song writing.

[@obbor4]

This was possibly my favorite of George's solo numbers. Love that guitar riff! I think, however, that people were suggesting songs from the 'All Things Must Pass" album and not the song itself. The song is okay, but there are many other much better cuts from that album than that one.

[@kathyedleman633]

"Give me Love" is a must!

[@taflo1981]

This is one of those songs in which you only need to hear the first few guitar notes and immediately say "that's George Harrison".

[@happymethehappyone8300]

GEORGE HARRISON "GIVE ME LOVE"...CLASSIC..TRUTH!!

[@agnetamalmqvist9075]

My sweet lord with George Harrison is a great song!

[@southernwanderer7912]

Please do a reaction to George Harrison's "Isn't It a Pity" from this same album.

[@kdavies3105]

One of my favourite tracks ever 😊

[@ericanderson8886]

Best post Beatles album. Classic song after classic song and then you get some great jams on the third LP.

[@OroborusFMA]

Overproduced, too long (did we really need two versions of "Isn't it a Pity" etc.) and that third "jam" was totally disposable.

[@happymethehappyone8300]

LET'S NOT FORGET RINGO'S SOLO WORK....RINGO STARR "IT DON'T COME EASY" & "PHOTOGRAPH"..BOTH ABSOLUTE CLASSICS!!

[@redletter2008]

Both of which George had a huge hand in as well.

[@PaintedCavern]

I love love both of those songs!

[@MrGManMusic]

"When We Was Fab"

[@Arandomperson_online]

It’s a happy song makes u feel good inside 🥰

[@Kieop]

This is my favourite George Harrison song!

[@CA5124]

I remember Got my mind set on you in 87 by George Harrison. It was kept off the no.1 spot in the charts by T Pau China in your Hand .

[@CA5124]

@@redletter2008 Yes In the UK ! 😊

[@andythrush3341]

Wore the he'll out of " All Things Must Pass"! George was a friend to so many musicians. So many great ones on this LP and on the Bangladesh LP. Love George's Beatle songs too. " While My Guitar Gently Weeps" is a top 5 all time song for me. Maybe even top two! His statement about the Beatles! All Things Must Pass! Ain't it the truth!

[@15chipshops]

Love George's solo work, especially Bangladesh Someplace Else Beware of Darkness Wah Wah

[@dt9344]

One of my favorite George songs. Harri try another great George song Cheer Down

[@nahoj234]

Haven't thought of the motown sound until you said it but it has to do with Phil Spector who produced the album. An other great track from this album is "Ballad of sir frankie crisp" one of my favorite by him.

[@MrTCHOSS]

Agree. Never thought about it, but now I totally agree. It's a Motown feel, from the drums to the horns.

[@jeffmartin1026]

The song Wah-Wah is a George/Phil Spector "Wall of Sound" masterpiece. That along with "It's Johnny's Birthday" are favorites of mine.

[@dawsonp3314]

Yess Wah Wah is an underrated production masterpiece!!

[@laurenpeck3609]

My favorite of his!!! Check out "Photograph" by Ringo Starr

[@tomcartwright7134]

Harri, you are right , it does sound like Motown! I love your channel! You are so fun to watch as you hear songs for the first time. I re live that experience with you each time. I remember when this music was brand new. I’m 68 yrs old, and I am so happy to watch young people discover the music of my misspent youth! Lol!

[@sassymessmess9110]

My favorite George solo song.

[@TheMrcrazy711]

This song, My Sweet Lord & All Things Must Pass (the song) are definitely my favourites within Harrison’s solo work, followed closely by Any Road, All Those Years Ago & When We Was Fab.

[@TheMrcrazy711]

@@redletter2008 if you look it up on KZbin, you can find demo’s and jams The Beatles did on All Things Must Pass and the harmonies were so beautiful and the instrumental so raw that I prefer those versions. Paul & John’s voice doing harmony underneath George singing the chorus is just unmatched.

[@joannparker1977]

Just. George. ❤️

[@markfichera469]

This one of his hit songs. This album was a big seller in the record stores at the time. I think this album was the first solo release from any of the Beatles after they broke up. Listen to "Is't a pitty" it was another successful release for George on this album. You may want to double check this info.

[@ryanmurphy7976]

Quality song from a great album

[@PabloDiaz5DMusic]

We can see Beatlesque George on When we was fab and Blow away.

[@byronmitchell3784]

GEORGE HARRISON, "WHAT IS LIFE?".... AHHH 7TH GRADE AND I JUST LOVE THIS SONG, AND I THINK OF THOSE SPECIAL DAYS... "MY SWEET LORD"

[@papercup2517]

All Things Must Pass is a classic in the spiritual vein that George mostly inhabited (when he wasn't busy mucking around with fast cars and fast women, gardening and jamming out with his mates). Another very pretty one from the ATMP album that I think you'll love is Isn't It A Pity, also in a reflective mood.

[@tanisdevelopment]

Try Harrison's "When We Was Fab". Co-written and produced by Jeff Lynne.

[@cathyortiz1280]

Great song off a great double album!

[@julezonyabrain]

The whole album is fantastic

[@andredeassis9423]

I wanted to give you a hint, there is a song made by Carl Perkins, it’s called My old Friend. It was composed by him in a week when he participated in the recording of a solo album by Paul. In it he says "My old friend, think of me every now and then". And that phrase caused Paul to collapse, because it was Jhon's last words to him before his death.

[@HarriBestReactions]

so sad Andre...

[@pushpak]

My fave from All Things

[@sandrotavini8838]

the full album is a masterpiece ......some song are written during the last years of the Beatles but rejected by lennon mc cartney - i recommand " i tsnt a pity " all thing muss pass" and "wah wah"

[@tomjones2121]

He was the best of the Fab 4 ...... hands down .

[@atchaos4life]

If you want to check out more George Harrison, give a listen to Cloud 9, Cheer Down, Devil’s Radio, and Blow Away.

[@minkhollow]

I'm another politely begging to differ with your thumbnail. George was *always* good (source: "Something," "I Need You"). Problem was he was sharing a band with John and Paul, who got the bulk of the songwriting done. George tended to get about one song per album.

[@DawnSuttonfabfour]

Love this so much, and the triple album. George's accent when he says "My luv is thur for you" gorgeous. Gorgeous George, I miss you.

[@billmartin1811]

The spiritual Beatle, probably wrote some of the most relatable music ever. This album could arguably be the best classic rock album period. Glad to be taking this journey with you!

[@locustjohn3865]

I've always felt the chorus of this song is what love and a relationship is about. "What is my life, without your love. Who am I, without you by my side."

[@robertsaul234]

It's a song about his faith (again). Of course he sounds like The Beatles because their sound can't be put in a box. You have to listen to "Free as a Bird". It's The Beatles reunited in the nineties (John's vocals from a home cassette recording) with Jeff Lynne producing.

[@longgrayline8055]

All 4 Beatles members used horns in their music with awesome results. This song is an absolute gem, especially when you consider the message behind the words.

[@nasserhafes3021]

React to McCartney Monkberry Moon Delight, Too many People ( in which it starts the war of songs between Lennon and McCartney. John answers with How do you Sleep), Junior's Farm, Here Today and Tug of War (about Lennon' s death)

[@neilmartin99]

Monkberry Moon Delight is an amazing song.

[@nasserhafes3021]

@David Greenfield I can't ask for all songs I want....there's not space to write...

[@nasserhafes3021]

@David Greenfield Ringo? What the f$%=%

[@dilandilanjoao4310]

HARRY my man 😁. When you go the time listen to LET IT BE... NAKED . That's EXACTLY HOW the let it album was supposed to come out. Out from the claws of PHIL. It was supervised by PAUL Mc Cartney 😉 best regards

[@keymack2477]

Thank you for reacting to this beautiful Harrison song! It's totally unfair to all the other groups out there to think that George was the THIRD best songwriter in The Beatles, when he was SOOOOOOO GOOOOODDD!!!! Peace!

[@steelers1500]

It reminds you of Motown because Phil Spector produced and arranged the album and he produced many many Motown hits

[@lawrencesmith6536]

The album All Things Must Pass is loaded with fantastic songs......Run Of The Mill, The Ballad Of Sir Frankie Crisp, and Wah Wah are a few of my faves. You will not regret diving deep into Georges' discography. Also ; check out his last album "Brainwashed" He knew he was dying, and knew it would be his last recordings

[@neilmartin99]

George may not have been the most complex songwriter ever but he sure had some toe tapping choruses and catchy guitar riffs. Try listening to Wah wah without that song getting stuck in your head for the rest of the day.

[@ocheltree1]

Ned Martin, his friends did a great job on that one in the tribute Concert For George (if you haven't seen it, I highly recommend!) oh, boy, just typing about the song has caused that brain worm to..."I don't need no wah-wah, and I know how sweet life...." well, at least it's a great song to have banging around in my head for the next 7 hrs or so, lol!

[@DawnSuttonfabfour]

Isn't it a Pity always sounds so wonderful to me. And Wah wah of course, tho I don't need your wah wah!

[@ocheltree1]

@@DawnSuttonfabfour , will keep my wah-wah's to myself! lol!

[@southernwanderer7912]

You should react to "It's All Too Much," a Beatles song written by George about Pattie Boyd.

[@apollyon9-11]

motown yes indeeed ,keeep on running

[@oscarwilde6649]

"Hear Me Lord", Harri!!! BEST song on "All Things Must Pass"!!!! It is the album closer. That's how sterling it is. Mix of rock & gospel. An underrated gem!!! Also, "Isn't It a Pity" from the same album or the live version from "George's Tribute Concert" featuring Billy Preston on organ and lead vocals!!!

[@sr1285]

I remember hearing this and begging my elder brother to buy the album, I already liked My Sweet Lord, he did and passed it onto me, love it xx

[@sarahzentexas]

Dark Horse is my favorite George song, followed by this!

[@realemetic1]

This WAS my favorite George song.....then I heard "Art of Dying". Oh man.....what a freakin song!!

[@rodneygriffin7666]

This album is a masterpiece.

[@stephenqualtrough7322]

I want more Paul solo stuff too which I am sure is coming up. Coming up. See what I did there. I hope you continue. In addition to being an awesome band they are also 3 awesome singer songwriters. They are 3 co equals in my humble opinion

[@waynemarvin5661]

I hope you didn't break your arm patting yourself on the back for your little play on words.

[@stephenqualtrough7322]

@@waynemarvin5661 Oh no. I am from Liverpool England so we don't think twice here about word play. It come naturaal to usbut thsnks for the mention. It must be the Irish in us

[@johnhitchens2265]

Surely an ELO fan like you can hear what Jeff Lynne must also have heard. It reminds me of "Do Ya"

[@southernwanderer7912]

Such a great song. Have you reacted to George's "Cracker Jack Palace?" Use the video with the Monty Python actors. It's crazy.

[@Dee-JayW]

Awaiting on you all…PLEASE

[@nasserhafes3021]

React George Harrison Isn't it a Pity, Horse to the water, Awaiting on you al, This Song...

[@matthewskeevs8012]

it’s funny that you say you wish the vocals were more in the front of the mix. i believe sometime this year they will be releasing a remix of the whole album in order to remove some of that Spector production

[@juanita6479]

Yes, he was married to Pattie at the time, and the official video was launched long after his death and it's very joyful.

[@leisastalnaker3790]

I think it was produced by Phil Specter. The Wall Of Sound!

[@andredeassis9423]

congratulations on going the Beatles' solo career path. And I have two songs to suggest to you, one is Beware of Darkness and the other is Love comes to everyone. Interestingly both I know and even prefer in Eric Clapton's version.

[@mikefetterman6782]

George was the best guitarist in the Beatles and gradually became one of the best songwriters in history, mainly due to his competition. Ringo, although only writing Octopuses garden, did sing several Beatles songs like LITTLE HELP FROM MY FRIENDS< BOYS> ACT NATURALLY, and few others. A lot of people accentuate the talent of Paul and John, and even George, but Ringo, although my least favorite beatle, was the most technically proficient at his instruments out of the four. John and Paul and George can barely play the piano, and are adequately, musically talented with guitars, although experts will say it was all easy. It is not technically hard to play Beatles songs, but it was amazing the talent to come up with the songs. Writing was Lennon and McCartney's forte. Not playing their instruments. Imagine if they were all as good a musician as Ringo. He is the one who made the Beatles famous and put them over the top of all the other British bands of the time. Ringo was the key.

[@sarahcushing939]

Harrison's Give me Love is a favorite of mine. Hope you can get to it. Thank you. I love your reactions!

[@HarriBestReactions]

Thanx Sarah

[@timholt9948]

Had to be an act of god the beatles got together

[@kirpalite]

Love your reactions, Harry. If you would like to hear the first psychedelic GOSPEL song of the 60s, please try the studio version of ARE YOU READY? by the group Pacific Gas and Electric.

[@ChuckHackney]

One of his best. The quiet Beatle wasn't Lennon or McCartney, but damn he was good! RIP George Harrison. Here comes the sun, gotta go now....

[@nelgstuart3442]

I don't think we know how old this song is. George may have written it a long time ago, while he was in The Beatles, but it is undoubtedly about Patti. The Motown in the song was probably the influence of Phil Spector, who was married to Ronnie, (of Ronnie and the Ronettes ("Be My Baby"), and he loved and produced a lot of Motown sounding artists and records in his early days. That isn't to say that George was not influenced by that sound as well, he surely was. In fact, George dated one of the Ronettes in the early 60's, and The Beatles loved all the great black artists, especially Smokey Robinson, B B King, Fats Domino, Little Richard, Ray Charles, Marvin Gaye, and Lead Belly.

[@k_salter]

Check out "Crackerbox Palace" and "#9 Dream". Thanks for this one.

[@Prone2Thrill]

Two words next - WAH WAH

[@stephenqualtrough7322]

Olivia Newron John nipped in first with a cover version and scored a big hit for herself with it. The lovely Livia made this one her own Harri

[@kentclark6420]

I do cover songs, mostly. But for open mics. I don't know if I would feel comfortable making money from it, when the original didn't profit from it, and I did. I'm not saying that it was planned that way, but anyway...

[@yvetteadshead4212]

Oh my word, didn't realise I knew this, great song, reminds me of The Monkeys for some reason 🤔

[@dalekwatcher]

Any chance of Billy Preston/Eric Clapton doing “Isn’t it a Pity” from the George Harrison tribute concert at all?

[@riko3766]

George did some great solo stuff. Maybe he got slightly frustrated being in The Beatles because John and Paul were just so good and they didn´t really think him as a song writer.

[@craigproctor9560]

This song was recorded and released in 1970

[@josephtingley654]

George Harrison's solo career proved how very underutilized his writing was with the Beatles.

[@TheCornishCockney]

On the plus side,he put the lot on All Things,and WHAT an album that was with legends guesting.

[@obbor4]

Not really. He was just a late bloomer as far as reaching Lennon and McCartney levels. No shame in that. That is some hugely major league competition!

[@titusho2]

Ringo on drums !

[@grendog02]

He may be questioning about himself and his relationship with the one above the clouds

[@bethcrumpton476]

Exactly

[@ethelynchristopher6995]

I'm not sure that I heard you correctly in thinking that this song did not chart. Actually it did chart as high as number 10.

[@Bill_Jones.]

George Harrison was one cool cat.

[@michaelherbert1395]

I tend to view this song as a hymn rather than a love song about a special lady.

[@anthonymunn8633]

You're not the first to mention the over-produced sound.Even George would later complain that the album had "too much echo".

[@axiomist4488]

I call it The Wall of Noise . I hate it. This song would sound so much better in a simpler, cleaner version .

[@donw804]

I don't believe this song is directed towards a woman, instead it is a song of his faith in the Lord. No matter which, still an excellent song. Great choice Harri!

[@HarriBestReactions]

Yea..i have a dirty mind😂🤣

[@Fool3SufferingFools]

George often wrote those ambiguous love songs that could be addressed either to a woman or to God.

[@hiphopdylan]

Thank you for the review... 🙏 The song is about God, not Patty .. All that album was produced by Spector..