This 1968 Beatles Classic DISMISSED by Lennon McCartney FINALLY Reveals George Harrison’s ISOLATION

[@davidellis5141]

While My Guitar Gently Weeps is one of the more timeless Beatles songs & one of many vital contributions to the band by the under utilized George.

[@freewheelingideas]

Agreed. Such a remarkable song!

[@StephenSeabird]

Acoustic demo version also very moving. Used by George Martin on the 'Love' album and stage production with added strings.

[@BonnieBlair-zm4uu]

​@@freewheelingideasOriginal version of Wmggweeps is best of Georgie (my 🐈 😺 is named after George's cute nickname) H's Beatle songs; and rivals All 1970's era Taupin/John (The soundtrack of my lifetime)lyrics &music! 🎵🎶🎧🎼😍😻🤩🕯️🌻🌞

[@PaulFormentos]

As per Memoirs this tune is a diss at Paul

[@Shivaho]

@@PaulFormentos Yea which is why J&P didn't even want to put on the album but it was Too Good Not To..

[@catherineoneal1030]

George was my favorite not just because he was a brilliant musician and songwriter, but because my next door neighbors ( back in the 60's) were friends of his parents. They both visited and stayed with them when they took their yearly trip to England. They also met George and saw him during his visits to his parents and said he was a very "nice boy, very polite and respectful." Mrs Harrison used to write Mrs. Wheeler (my neighbor) letters. After one arrived I was invited over to the house and she would read it to me . I got to hear every letter she received from Mrs. Harrison. It was a wonderful treat every time I was invited. George was also the only Beatle my mother would let me listen to when he went solo, due in great part to Mrs. Wheeler's experiences with the Harrisons. MY greatest joy is that Ringo remained friends with George right up until he died, a very sad day for me and all of his other faithful fans.

[@karaamundson3964]

I too adore George, and honestly Ringo is such a mensch, so devoted to George (playing on so many of his albums too), how can anyone help but love him? None of this "like a baby brother" rubbish when they're all grown-@$$ men!

[@beatglauser9444]

@@karaamundson3964 I always thought that George was a wonderful human being. But in his private life he was far from nice to his partners. I heard about that darker side of him only lately. But as a musician and composer he was absolutely great.

[@RDRumpff]

God Bless You, Catherine. George will always be my favorite Beatle! He was a loving and gentle soul. Rick Dwayne Rumpff, Celina, Ohio USA.

[@lamper2]

WHERE ARE THOSE LETTERS?

[@catherineoneal1030]

@@lamper2 Good question. My neighbor passed away a while ago and so did her son. The only one that would have them is his widow. She is still alive and is on Facebook. I have messaged her and she has yet to respond. If and when she does I will ask her if she has them. I hope she does. I will try again and get back to everyone here.

[@davidclaycomb5496]

His Beatle guitar work, to me, is pure genius. Understated.

[@freewheelingideas]

I agree

[@jnagarya519]

If one likes to be preached at about "religion".

[@HaHaHaa769]

​@jnagarya519 What??!! His guitar playing is a totally separate thing.Why even mention religion? Beaut

[@jnagarya519]

@@HaHaHaa769 There is so much hyperbolic praise for Harrison's songs -- do those who do that not COMPREHEND the lyrics of most of them!? Harrison is preaching his "religion" -- but at the same time engaging in extramarital affairs. While making "Living in the Material World," preaching his putative REJECTION of materialism, he was having an affair with Ringo's wife. Such a "spiritual" guy backstabbing his former bandmate. In contrast, most/all ethical rules originated in "RELIGION". But it is more common than not that those who make a big deal out of their 'religion" are using it as a cover for what they actually do.

[@HaHaHaa769]

@@jnagarya519 Again,...... the comment was about George's guitar work in The Beatles....No one wants to hear your rants about religion

[@thedarksage328]

George Harrison's "Here Comes the Sun" was an enormously popular and successful song for The Beatles, becoming one of their most streamed and beloved tracks of all time. It has continued to maintain its popularity and chart success decades after its original release.

[@LoveArt86]

And Something... 🔥

[@mobeus84]

While my guitar gently weeps

[@Spartanm333]

He has two in the top 5 Beatles songs (most lists) beyond Here Comes The Sun, 'Something' and 'While My Guitar Gently Weeps' - as good as any song from J and P.

[@albertopalma1663]

@@Spartanm333 If I get to pick the top 10 of The Beatles' songs at least 5 are George's. IMHO

[@BoyDavalos-ud3fz]

I Need You is the most underrated song of The Beatles

[@ravenbonanza1522]

"And I Love Her" was Paul's composition but the guitar riff and guitar solo were George's. Paul said without the guitar riff the song will not sound as good as it was.

[@JohnLancaster-b5x]

Yes. That guitar makes the song.

[@BernieOchosa]

And george is not predisposed to do extended solos. He was a song guitarist..much like ringo is a song drummer. He contributes guitar parts apt to a song. Minimalistic but standout nonetheless. I still cant get over his solo on till there was you....short but sweet.

[@zakstev]

But that wasn't even real Paul, who died in a car crash in 1966. The replacement fake Paul was already being called "FAUL" by 1968 by the other Beatles, by 1968.

[@zakstev]

yes!

[@braemtes23]

And in the same vein, Paul's bass on Something takes the song to another level and Paul's high harmonies take George's somewhat limited vocal range to new heights.

[@leemontree1]

The first time that I listened to the song "Something", I believed that the Beatles had reached the pinnacle of all recorded music with that song. I had never paid it much attention who wrote what or even who played what, as long as it was the Beatles. But when I heard the line "Something in the way she moves me" and the way the music leads up to that phrase. It was something that spoke from the SOUL, you could feel it in your heart. Thank You George!

[@freewheelingideas]

♥️

[@RondelayAOK]

Line taken from James Taylor

[@RicardoMartinez-oh9sq]

Even Frank Sinatra loved it.

[@lostinmybackyard2006]

@@RondelayAOK Yeah, I was just gonna say.... George had heard the James Taylor song "Something in the way she moves," which is a beautiful song too, being recorded at Apple. And then George sits down and writes a whole new song based on the line.

[@UkeAbuse]

@@RondelayAOK It was an Elvis song in the 50's.

[@Jupiterbotz]

Beware of Darkness is a brilliant song and Leon Russell's take on the tune is amazing.

[@rogersawkins9370]

So true , fantastic voice

[@rogersawkins9370]

So true , fantastic voice

[@musicauthority674]

Beware of Darkness is a brilliant song I also believe. if a person listens to the lyrics carefully? it's clear that George Harrison was doing something incredible for his listeners. by warning them of unscrupulous people out there in the shadows and the darkness. what a gift for a musician to give to his listeners indeed?

[@juniorjohnson5961]

I haven't heard the Leon version in years Thanks!!

[@thomashugus5686]

George in my subjective opinion was a great song writer! I loved a lot of his stuff!

[@Isaiah538]

Yes, George definitely developed through the years, but the missing factor it seems in this video is the vocal quality of Lennon and McCartney comparison with Harrison. John and Paul weren't just two great songwriters, they were two of the greatest rock vocalists ever. George wasn't. Though I do love his voice.

[@cliffbarber6058]

"Something in the way she moves..........." got to be one of the most beautiful love songs ever written.

[@freewheelingideas]

I agree

[@frizzneil2590]

He stole that line...

[@RickCaldwellvoluntaryist]

That is easily my favorite Beatles song.

[@HaHaHaa769]

​@frizzneil2590 talent borrows, genius steals

[@frizzneil2590]

@@HaHaHaa769 well, try to fine that source, it's TS Eliot, your point?

[@peterscott6818]

Within You And Without You is simply phenomenal. A wonderful track that showed me as a teenager a path to sanity in a world I couldn’t relate to. Musically it is impeccable

[@CB-xr1eg]

It's actually a song that I skip when I play Sgt Pepper. Sounds like a drone/dirge to me.

[@peterscott6818]

Everyone is entitled to their opinion. The Indian raga influence takes getting used to if you haven’t listened to any before. I’m sorry you don’t hear in it what I hear, because what I hear is marvellous, but I hope you’re having a good time listening to what you’re listening to.

[@manny4552]

Your right its a really great song indeed

[@sharigreen9252]

​Same here. Was never a fan of his Indian music. I feel the same way about "Love You To" from Revolver.

[@AshTownsend]

It is perfect.

[@LindaCatchings]

He was wonderful,and it was both sad and good that nobody else helped him. He became a great songwriter because of his struggles.

[@freewheelingideas]

He definitely figured it out.

[@ricklocke1187]

While my guitar is one of my top 5beatles songs 💙💙💙💙👌

[@LaughingStock_]

A "great songwriter' needs help? Sorry, Harrison was good - nothing more - who happened to have written 2 GREAT songs & had the luck t have been in the biggest band in music history.

[@HaHaHaa769]

​​@@LaughingStock_2 great songs an album.And he was a great guitarist.

[@CB-xr1eg]

@@LaughingStock_ I can see why you chose your username. It really suits you.🤣🤣

[@imbluz]

I really liked George. I also find him to be more fascinating than the others. I'm happy to see he's getting his due recognition.

[@barbury-loves-islands]

My Favorite Beatle, within my all-time favorite music band-group-ensemble&orchestra. Not because he was the best musically, but because he clearly brought DEPTH to the Beatles - that still give them so much staying power and relevance.

[@freewheelingideas]

Indeed!

[@rickwolf310]

I bought my first album at age 10 in 1964. Meet the Beatles. My folks just shook their head but to me it was the best thing to ever come down the pike. Thank you, George p for being part of my childhood

[@leftyspade]

George was and continues to be a bright light in a very dark world.

[@freewheelingideas]

💯

[@CB-xr1eg]

He was the Dark Horse of The Beatles.

[@leftyspade]

@@CB-xr1eg Totally, but what a genius, as was the entire band. Peace in this fucking dark fucking world!

[@Steve-gx9ot]

Cmon Paul was sunlight more than George. BE honest

[@albertopalma1663]

@@Steve-gx9ot Not really, IMO. John had to step in sometimes and gave George some chance that Paul did not.

[@stephenagosto6198]

The soul of the Beatles. George was always my favorite.

[@geraldfrieberg7921]

"If I Needed Someone"...THE greatest Harrison tune, by far. Timeless, and holds up so well to repeated listening.

[@chargree]

…and a tribute to(or rip off of) The Bells of Rhymney(?), not sure of that spelling, by The Byrds. If this is news to you, please check it out. I never looked at the song the same way afterwards because my understanding of the song went from curiosity and respect to realizing there was a lot less creativity that I could credit to George for that recording. But, its no big deal because that is pretty common amongst the large majority of any songwriters you can find. They almost ALL. are guilty of it here or there.

[@flickingbollocks5542]

I love that one too

[@RicardoMartinez-oh9sq]

It touches my heart and soul, yes, like few of the other Beatles songs.

[@LJNorthey]

The harmonies in that song are absolutely astounding

[@titusho2]

I love the chorus in this song ..Paul also backs George in " Something' and " While my guitar g'tly weeps"...love George 🪲since 1964 and the rest of the bugs🪲🪲🪲💜🔥🙏

[@rickmansberger4136]

The Traveling Wilburys was George's personal redemption. The band had the five best musical forces ever combined, and finally, George Harrison had his day in the sun that he so utterly deserved. Rest in peace, George, your legacy far reaches the Beatles. 🙏🙏🙏 Rick Mansberger

[@revrotunda3206]

They didn’t call The Traveling Wilbury’s a super group for nothing. I never researched where the Wilbury name came from

[@binxbolling]

If the band didn't have McCartney, Elton John, or Michael Jackson, it hardly had the 5 most powerful musical forces.

[@revrotunda3206]

@@binxbolling The 5 were very powerful musical forces even though they aren’t in your mind. As far as MOST powerful forces, well that’s subjective. Michael Jackson was great in his own way but didn’t do this style of music of The Traveling Wilbury’s

[@bluesmano5283]

Au contraire, mi amigo. It was "All Things Must Pass", the greatest solo Beatles album ever recorded. Bar none.

[@testosticleesoralius8546]

Roy Orbison, baby!!

[@Dont_Gnaw_on_the_Kitty_1]

'Don't bother me' is one of my favourite Beatles songs, very underrated.

[@picchaz]

Don’t Bother Me is also my favorite Harrison song. Really dig John’s brilliant rhythm guitar and Ringo’s drims.

[@MURUR1025]

'Darkest' song on Meet The Beatles and has stood the test of time.

[@frankperry1111]

It was my favorite Beatle song from Meet The Beatles.

[@RangerJohnreid]

Right

[@leohj1961]

I like that one a lot, too

[@jasonn7192]

Kudos to you for persevering George. 'Here comes the sun' is iconic from my childhood 🙏🙏🙏💜

[@jgmendes3664]

The guitar work in "Dont bother me" is a definite signature of a new sound in the world of music... Thank you George !

[@denisegraves7953]

I seem to recall on The Beatles A Hard Day's Night album. George had a song titled I 'm Happy Just to Dance With You. Miss you, George.

[@moeb4348]

Lennon wrote that song. George did a great job singing it.

[@frankieecanales8827]

Yes, a great song sung by George, written by John & Paul.

[@maryc-yn7gk]

This video is an outstanding example of excellence.The narration, insights , editing and philosophical references allow us to see these incredible artists in a very human light. Thank you!

[@freewheelingideas]

Omg thank you for the kind words 🙏 truly appreciate it and keeps me motivated to make more!

[@davemandelstonybrokemusicr3323]

Altho' "While My Guitar Gently Weeps" moves me more than ANY other Beatles song, I first fell in love with George's music when "Things We Said Today" was released. The Lennon McCartney team wrote gorgeous music often -- but George is The Man. "Handle Me With Care"? OMG, that song brought the best out of Orbison's, Petty's, Dylan's and Lynn's voices while -- typical if George -- unabashadly exposing his heart. Beautiful human being, very deeply missed.

[@histubeness]

"Things We Said Today" was a Lennon-McCartney composition.

[@bryanward5874]

You are full of s#!t. What you smoking? It's a Harrison song!!!

[@musicauthority674]

"Handle Me With Care", was actually Roy Orbison's song, Roy Orbison would perform that song on his own and with the Traveling Wiburys. and because Tom Petty and Roy Orbison were becoming very good friends. and because Tom Petty took friendships very seriously. after Roy Orbison died Tom Petty would perform that song. as a tribute to Roy Obison at his live performances. for many years after that. it was because of how George Harrison allowed all the members. of the Traveling Wiburys to do solo work while they were with the Traveling Wiburys. they would also all be allowed to contribute their songs. so they would be to preform their own songs as Traveling Wiburys songs. because George Harrison allowing all the members to have these freedoms. is what made the Traveling Wiburys such a success.

[@HaHaHaa769]

If I Needed Someone is one of my favourite songs on Rubber Soul.Love that song.Love that album

[@Keyspoet27]

Still my favorite Beatles album.

[@connierenna-xf9um]

“Blue Jay Way” is one of the most eerie songs I’ve ever heard to this day.

[@freewheelingideas]

So unique but I love it

[@Yahniboy]

Long Long Long for me

[@thomastimlin1724]

@@Yahniboy Hated the mix, voices not out front, couldn't hear the vocals properly.

[@machiavelli99]

That song is in my top 5 worst Beatles songs.

[@RicardoMartinez-oh9sq]

Eeerie indeed. It has haunted me for decades.

[@charlienostrand3862]

He was brilliant and we all miss him dearly.

[@MarkDupreLSD-25]

George was my late wife's favorite, when I was a kid, me & my friend's pretended we were The Beatles (I was George) The student became the master. Thank You, Mr. Harrison, for showing us one man CAN make a difference!!!

[@Thadmotor1044]

Here comes the sun , modern day favorite Beatles Song . Bangladesh was groundbreaking and brought a whole new power for change brought on by George and rock and roll

[@rjazco51]

JUST GLAD I WAS ABLE to grow up with the GREATEST BAND EVER... THE BEATLES ... Was 13 in 1964, What a ride of life listening an waiting for the next new song from this band over the short 6 years they were together... Then the solo years brought 4 times the music And I feel George was on top of them all .... TO MANY FAVORITES to try and pick out just one ... WELL my favorite is the one playing now , then my favorite is the next in line ETC.....

[@dthomas9230]

Excellent work here with great narration and complex inclusions of philosophy illustrating the complexities of Harrison. John Cleese said "The Life of Brian" would've never been made without George's backing and connections.

[@freewheelingideas]

Thank you🙏

[@bren592]

I love "Here Comes The Sun." Yes, George became an excellent songwriter because he really had important things to say!

[@scronx]

You're good at this! Bravo! We can't take this stuff TOO seriously, but ye gods you can't look away from it for long.

[@freewheelingideas]

Thank you 🙏

[@palemale2501]

I Need You, and If I Needed Someone are 2 of the best songs ever - they seem to have a delicate circling back onto itself, so neat, so perfect. Something - must be one of the most covered songs ever.

[@stephenimhoff805]

Thanks to this clip, I learned that some of the songs that I thought we're from John, but actually from George. Thank you.

[@freewheelingideas]

You’re welcome

[@soundshaper]

If it wasn't for George, She Said She Said on Revolver wouldn't have sounded nearly as good, he helped John arrange the track showing he could collaborate well.

[@freewheelingideas]

Love that song!

[@Revolver1981]

Where did you hear that? It's a Lennon song. Not a collaborative effort.

[@dmellis]

I'm pretty sure he played bass on that song too. Paul walked out of the recording session but I've never read why he objected to the way it was being done.

[@TucoDog-ho6fw]

Good coverage of George. Great video. Thank you. RIP Hari Georgeson 😘 Thanks to George for things like “Isn’t It A Pity” I got to see George play live a few times and of course he had an amazing band with him. Robben Ford was playing lead for George when he was just a kid.

[@freewheelingideas]

Awesome

[@sheepdogsx2]

After being a Beatles fan for most of my 67 years now, being older, George is my favorite

[@barbaral8973]

Excellent analysis. Thank you! As far as a favorite "George song", I like them all. But if I must choose, "My Sweet Lord", especially the Concert for George version with Billy Preston singing. That was a great tribute.

[@freewheelingideas]

You’re welcome!

[@mickylawless1941]

George proved to the world what genius he was in his own right after the Beatles broke up. "All Things Must Pass" is without a doubt one of greatest albums of all time. George is my favorite mop top. On a side note, the first album I bought as a kid was Rubber Soul, for my money the most important album in rock and roll as its format was about a full concept album, not a couple of singles with filler songs to complete the album. George's contributions was integral to the high level of creativity on this album. Great video, thank you!

[@freewheelingideas]

Thank you 🙏

[@antinatalope]

Wow. Now I get why George was my favourite Beatle. I had no idea those two songs on Help! we're George's, but they were my favourites before I knew.

[@drb1963able]

He wasn't quiet really, he was pensive and humble. Altogether an awesome man and a great musician and songwriter. God rest him.

[@karaamundson3964]

...and funny as sh*t

[@kevinbodey5592]

Phenomenal piece. I've been a Beatles fan since age six. You bring out facts I've never heard before concerning George and his frustrations 😢 Great job!

[@freewheelingideas]

Thank you so much 😊

[@davidrichard3752]

You can see in many of their pictures taken, that George is looking in a different direction most, if not all the time. That speaks volumes in the path he chose compared to the other three. My favorites songs of Harrison are. "Here Comes The Sun", "My Sweet Lord" and his earlier one, "Taxman"...

[@RicardoMartinez-oh9sq]

I no longer listen to Abbey Road or anything they recorded after Magical Mystery Tour: Harrison's songs in Abbey Road are by far the best.

[@robertpersall98]

My favorite Beatle. I want to tell you was the first of his i remember. We all read the liner notes and everything we could in magazines back in those days. My favorite has to be While My Guitar Gently Weeps. RIP Sir George

[@MrStrobey]

Have a huge tatt of John on my chest: when I grew up I knew (know) it should have been George. Beautiful human being and great lyrics. All Things Must Pass has so much genius on display.

[@arystanbeck914]

About I Me Mine: in the movie John at first mocks the song, but in the same day he dances with Yoko to it and says that the song should be included in the album. I can comment on Paul and John overlooking George's songs: I think that the bar set by them so high that it ultimately made the Beatles great and, as you mention in the video, made George such a great songwriter.

[@MUSIC4EVA55]

I just realized that my favorite Beatles songs were all written by Harrison 😊

[@karaamundson3964]

💯

[@alcaeus701]

While My Guitar Gently Weeps is currently my most listened Beatles song. I'm very glad it was made and I hope George knew how much his song contributions in the Beatles are valued by fans.

[@bobmiscio]

In my opinion, Something and Here Comes The Sun are definitely his best songs.

[@freewheelingideas]

2 of my favorites as well.

[@morganfieldmckinley]

@@freewheelingideas and mine.

[@strikerorwell9232]

I loved "I Need You" and sang it and played it on my guitar in the early 90s for my girlfriend. I just love the melody. But the first song George wrote which could have been a HIT single was "While My Guitar Gently Weeps".

[@edujormin2504]

Don't forget While my guitar gently weeps!!!❤❤❤❤

[@bradarmstrong3952]

I discovered over time that many of my very favorite Beatles songs were written by George. He had as much talent as the others, without question. During his solo work and his time with the Traveling Wilburys he was still doing Beatles level work, while the others weren’t any longer.

[@SPX1970-5thReunion]

George's talent as a song writer developed and grew just when the group needed it most. He was a major force in the success of Let it Be and Abbey Road. His triple solo album later showed the breath of his talent.

[@jeanmyers1787]

Whilst John and Paul’s songs were iconic George had both the voice and the writing skills. As he grew in confidence this became obvious.

[@Spartanm333]

He was also the lead guitarist... when John could still only play 4 strings.

[@flash001USA]

Agreed.

[@MrDaiseymay]

SO WHY NOT JUST RECORD HIS OWN STUFF ANYWAY. INSTEAD OF WHINING ALL THE TIME. WHICH IS WHAT HE EVENTUALLY DID, WHO COULD STOP HIM ?

[@flash001USA]

@@MrDaiseymay Being ignored for his writing abilities didn't stop him did it? He DID record his own music and was quite successful with his songs with the Beatles and as a solo artist after the Beatles split up. His song contribution to the Beatles were up there with what were considered to be some of the Beatles best and well known songs. Someone once said that John Lennon sounds just like John Lennon and Paul McCartney sounds like Paul McCartney in their solo careers but when George Harrison went solo that he still sounded like the Beatles even though he doesn't sound like Paul and John vocally and there is a truth to that remark. George Harrison was a late bloomer when it came to writing and that's why he had to really push to get his songs recorded with the Beatles. In the end everything worked out but I understand some of his resentment.

[@jeanettecarman3582]

On​@@flash001USA

[@northsongs]

I've heard that Here Comes The Sun is the #1 streamed Beatles tune on Spotify. That really says a lot about George's talent!

[@markdinkel-uh2je]

Loved all george's stuff. One of my favorites is "if I needed someone". Absolutely love it

[@creamnsugar6771]

In my opinion George hearing Harrison is a beautiful soul. I wish there were more people in this world like him. We'd be much better off. …and yes, I love his music! 🎶 😊🎶

[@AndrewLoukidis-jr2bp]

It took only a few years for him to write material as good as John and Paul, not bad considering the situation. Even George Martin admitted he didn't take his songs as seriously I've always loved his writing, a great counterpoint to J&P

[@freewheelingideas]

Yea It’s super impressive how quickly he progressed!

[@jnagarya519]

"Counterpoint"? Note that Harrison took exclusive songwriting credit for his songs, even when John ("Taxman" as example) helped him with the lyrics. As competitive with each other as John and Paul were, they at least shared credit even when one or the other was the only author of one of their songs.

[@captaincrash9286]

@@jnagarya519 they didn't share any credit with George, though.

[@jnagarya519]

@@captaincrash9286 What did he contribute? George Martin often showed him what to play during the lead guitar break.

[@captaincrash9286]

@@jnagarya519 how about the Spanish guitar part for 'And I Love Her'?

[@johne1599]

George summed it up best, “Wah wah. You’ve given me a wah wah.”

[@Polyphemus47]

😄

[@randb4865]

"You're giving me your Wah Wah."

[@beefcheeks9353]

*Kirk Hammett has entered the chat*

[@johnpaulson996]

Wah wah = BS

[@leftyspade]

Thanks, Freewheeling, I grew up with the Beatles. When JFK, my idol at the time, was assassinated, I lost my mind. 13 years old and a depressed kid. I was a music nut, piano, and guitar player, and who came alone? The Beatles, depression dissipated. Was never a fan of Yoko, sorry, didn't like her one bit but George, amazing!

[@freewheelingideas]

You’re very welcome! Yes, what would we do without this music? I don’t know.

[@geraldo6205]

I remember seeing a documentary of her, while the Beatles were having a jam session with Chuck Berry, the look on his face was Priceless Wtf. Couldn’t stand her than can’t stand her now.

[@geraldo6205]

Also, I was 10 when JFK was assassinated changed America forever, so much promise.

[@jonathangems]

George Harrison was like the best older brother in the world. He helped so many of us with the love and wisdom in his amazing songs. His death is still utterly heartbreaking. Miss him so much!

[@karaamundson3964]

That Macca obsession with the "little brother" thing has always irritated me. Paul just can't seem to admit George's spiritual and musical growth.

[@DavidRomero-y6s]

The songs Beware of Darkness, All Things Must Pass, My Sweet Lord...these are my favorite songs by George as a solo artist. As a matter of fact, George's & John's songs are the songs I enjoy the most in the Beatles songbook. Even George's early efforts are preferable to me because you can see the development as his songwriting progresses & improves. It reached his apex in the Beatles with While My Guitar Gently Weeps, Here Comes the Sun, Something, & the great rocker, Old Brown Shoe. RIP George...you are missed. Love you.

[@mj7den]

I wish they would have performed "Old Brown Shoe" on the rooftop. That song rocks! One of the best Beatle songs ever or one of the best rock n roll songs ever.

[@nuendo2496]

Something in the way she moves…..Wow ! What a great line….Thank you James Taylor

[@grantsmythe8625]

Very interesting and the person who chose to include the Kierkegaard quotes is to be thanked and complimented.

[@freewheelingideas]

You’re very welcome 🙏

[@af-np4pg]

Love all of Harrison's solo stuff later on. It influenced my life so much, that I actually 'became' George Harrison. Tried to sing and compose like him. Tried to look like him. I became staunchly pious and remain so today. Found out that you can't write songs without feeling and expression. Harrison opened up a kind of other world while still remaining human.

[@markco61]

"It's all too much" is a jaw dropping song!! The Beatles best in my opinion!! Thank you George for this masterpiece!!

[@davidhallam8858]

May I say as a doc filmmaker myself that this is a very fine piece of work.

[@freewheelingideas]

Wow thank you for the positive feedback!

[@z512345]

George was always my favorite!!

[@zigwald]

What Is Life, is one of the greatest songs ever written.....

[@stuunitt2947]

Totally agree!

[@Jim-m9c6y]

Me too!

[@bobacrey1068]

incredible song

[@b5846967b]

"Blue Jay way" is my favorite. Definetly not amoung his best songs buts its awesome

[@MarinCipollina]

Although I was a "younger" fan (relatively), George Harrison was my favorite band member.. His magnum opus "All Things Must Pass" 3 disc solo LP remains a landmark effort and was a mammoth commercial success as well, popular with critics and fans alike.. Of all the band members' various solo careers, only George Harrison was able to recapture the classic "Beatles sound", as he did with the "Back When We Were Fab" track from the "Cloud Nine" LP. That song sounded like it could have come straight off the 'Magical Mystery Tour' album. NOBODY else in the band was able to do that.

[@freewheelingideas]

Yea hes got a way of penetrating the soul, very deep. I love All Things Must pass as well. He was my favorite for years but these days I find it depends on the day and my mood. They each offer something special depending on how you’re feeling.

[@linjicakonikon7666]

I disagree. I think Paul's "Flaming Pie" is the closest I've heard to what a Beatles album would resemble.

[@barbararenton8009]

When I'd go get my hair cut I'd bring along my Tiger Beat magazine and show her a photo of George and say to her that I want my hair like his.

[@taivo55]

Here Comes the Sun and While My Guitar Gently Weeps are my two favorite Beatles songs

[@EdgardoGalvez-n4e]

I was 13 yrs.old in 1964 when I began listening to all Beatles songs and learned playing them on my guitar. I'm now 73 yrs.old and still play the Beatles songs on my guitar but the majority are George Harrison's songs. "While My Guitar Gently Weeps", "My Sweet Lord" and " Here Comes The Sun" are my most favorite songs that George Harrison wrote. George was my favorite of the Beatles!! I love his song writing and his guitar playing. R.I.P. George Harrison!!! 🙏🙏🙏Thank you for your music!!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️👍👍👍👍👍

[@LisaCobaltblue]

George was always and forever is my favorite Beatle. My Sweet Lord is my favorite song in the whole world. My Guitar gently weeps is my second favorite. Definitely the most talented I think. His being able to use many instruments and think outside the box, was and is still amazing. Miss his artistry and his being a very enlightened person, as he was quashed by the band. George Harrison the number 1 Beatle. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@susieq2n60]

I agree❤

[@jimboerner6964]

"Here Comes the Sun" It's impossible for me to not feel better after hearing this song....

[@textsmsmaster9884]

"Taxman" is my favorite GH Song to listen and perform.. it's also ageless and relative as a fans favorite.. however, as far as music and lyric writing skill? .. "While My Guitar Gently Weeps" IMHO is his iconic legacy!

[@paulandrews4182]

I loved all of George's songs in the Beatles era. He and his amazing guitar playing made me gently weep many times!

[@edgardobravo7351]

Here comes the sun is probably my favourite. Without George's contribution the Beatles would have lacked an essential part of it like the distinctive Indian touch.

[@freewheelingideas]

Love that song

[@albertopalma1663]

To me it's not probably, it is my favorite. It is the type of song that almost the music can be "seen".

[@edgardobravo7351]

@@albertopalma1663 I like other songs by him as well, that's why. If I needed someone can be played almost with the same chords and it's very similar.

[@Yahniboy]

Everyone in the Beatles played their role to a genius level.

[@AbbieHoffmansGhost]

For the Beatles, for some reason, my favorite Harrison song is Love You To. I find it mesmerizing.

[@daytripper9222]

George was one hell of a song writer. So many great songs he did with the beatles. I've always thought that some songs that George did are underrated. If you listen to the yellow submarine soundtrack The 99 remix and listen to It's all too much it's frigging amazing. Some other fantastic songs 'you like me to much', 'only a northern song' ' I need you' and it just goes on and on. While My guitar gently weeps, something, here comes the sun are masterpieces. I forgot to mention for you blue and i, me, mine.

[@martinmarkovich1630]

This is a good review of George's writing songs for the Beatles and his growth as a Songwriter. It all came together with his Double Plus album "All Things Must Pass". With the help of Phil Spector, this is the outstanding contribution by an ex-Beatle. George never matched it. However, the sum total of his contributions, including to Traveling Wilburys, mark him as a tremendous and unique Rock Songwriter. May God Rest His Soul.

[@ChuckMil]

While My Guitar Gently Weeps is in the top 10 of Beatles songs.

[@freewheelingideas]

Definitely

[@IndraSinha]

George was always my favourite Beatle, right from 1963 on. "Something" is such a beautiful love song, Sinatra said it was the greatest love song ever written. "While my guiitar gently weeps", "Taxman", "Here comes the sun" and "Savoy Truffle" are classics, But my favourite George song is "Any Road"…'If you don't know where you're goiing, any road will take you there'.

[@nezbit8989]

The best way to develop and enhance yourself is to work alongside stronger and more advanced people. It will keep you striving to improve. Although it must have been hard it made him into a great songwriter and his songs definitely enriched the Beatles albums. I personally love most of George’s songs especially on revolver (probably my favourite album). I don’t think many people could have competed with Lennon and McCartney in those days so he deserves credit for his strength and commitment in achieving his excellent songs alongside these two powerhouses. Love to George ❤

[@TampaDave]

Ahhh, _Revolver!_ I went off to college in 1966, and my mom's first call, she asked me what I wanted for my birthday in October. I told her I wanted the new Beatles album, "Revolver". Mom said "Are you sure? Isn't the Beatles sort of a "high school" thing? "Mom, I guarantee you this album is not a 'high school thing.' This is a revolution in music on a par to the one Mozart created." It is true I ended up enjoying Sgt Peppers, White Cover, and Abbey Road a lot, but the magic of Revolver never really dimmed.

[@nezbit8989]

@@TampaDave great story. You obviously enjoyed it in the moment and it must have had huge impact when it was first out. I am a second generation Beatles fan and it certainly holds a special place for me but it must’ve been magical for you 👌

[@TampaDave]

@@nezbit8989 Yes, both Revolver and Sgt Peppers were transformational.

[@nezbit8989]

@@TampaDave agreed, there was nothing like both albums at the time of their releases 👌

[@anth-ny]

'Within You Without You' is on a whole different level of perfection.

[@lynnewilson1325]

I Loved every song that George ever wrote. In 1964 when the Beatles were in Memphis, Tennessee My3 cousins and I went to Mid South Coliseum to see the Beatles. My Mother drove going and my Aunt drove going back home to Baton Rouge Louisiana. They were great. The Group called The Circle Red Rubber Ball,,Badfinger, EltonJohn, The Yard Birds and the Beatles came last after every one else finished singing. My favorite Beatle was George and I still love him.

[@PatriciaBarkley-sv3ij]

I have always loved George. First thing I noticed was how handsome he was. He was absolutely gorgeous. I always loved his music too. He was my first true love and still is. That was 60 years ago. I miss George and his music. ♥️🌹♥️

[@comicus6769]

I doubt if you heard Elton or Badfinger in Memphis in 1964.

[@Dreadtower]

Good article. Well thought through. I like the psychological angle. My understanding of George, and the group dynamic, grows.

[@freewheelingideas]

Glad you enjoyed it and thank you 🙏

[@DoctorInsomnia-qw7us]

Many years later George got the last laugh. Not only is All Things Must Pass considered the absolute best of all Beatles solo albums, consistently outranking every Lennon or McCartney album, but ever since music streaming began, the #1 Beatles song being streamed worldwide is George Harrison's "Here Comes The Sun", far outpacing every Lennon McCartney classic to this day and remaining the most viral Beatles song on the internet, and I'm sure George is amused by this long overdue recognition by the whole wide world, which now regards him in the very same league as Lennon McCartney....

[@freewheelingideas]

Time always tells the truth.

[@BonnieBlair-zm4uu]

@doctorinsomniaqw7us 💯✅✔️☑️✔️ Agree 😃🕯️💙 Love "My sweet George" & Love his triple 1970 album, (Georgie also was the Best looking, beginning with their second 🍿 🎥 movie. OMGosh!) the Best of the FabFour! My 🐈😺 Georgie cat is named after him (and also named after the 👑 Queen Mary's favorite son: Prince Georgie, Duke of Kent, who died for the Allies fighting🛡️⚔️ vs evil Axes in WW2.) ❤🙏💙🕯️🕊️

[@multitrackers3770]

as much as I love George, he is nowhere near the same league as John or Paul.

[@LaughingStock_]

FFS, George was NOT in the same league as McCartney or Lennon. "All Things Must Pass" is excellent but that "Something" and "While My Guitar Gently Weeps" do not make a genius. "All Things" was also the last top drawer thing George did.

[@cosmicHalArizona]

"The Sun" is a beautiful simple masterpiece.

[@lachlanwarnock5902]

Wonderfully his tunes will forever weep with great feeling in all our hearts, I think he loves all of you so why can't we just love him back too! I guess we all do.

[@stuartwiner7920]

George gave the Beatles a whole different dimension. He added quality at every level. He was irreplaceable.

[@freewheelingideas]

💯

[@jaimepimienta233]

George’s contribution to the Beatles was fantastic! George became a powerhouse songwriter. John and Paul were very fortunate to have him included in the band. Yes, it was unfortunate that he was not given enough credit for his contribution. But after the breakup, George found his niche in recording ALL THINGS MUST PASS. A historical recording masterpiece!

[@ironcurtainsteve]

i think it was lucky for george and his fans that many of his songs were 'saved' for his first solo album. the whole album (all things must pass) was a qualified treasure of music & philosophy.

[@freewheelingideas]

In some way it provided closure to the break up.

[@johnkunze5362]

My favorite George's song.....is his next one! We will see and hear him again🤗🙏😇

[@TheJayman760]

I loved Old Brown Shoe from the first time I heard it. Even taught myself to read music so I could play that solo.

[@markuspboeddeker5930]

Now, that's dedication.

[@colnuttall9035]

George was a superlative guitar player. Some of the best songs for me are Long Long Time, While My Guitar Gently Weeps, Here Comes The Sun and Taxman but I love his Old Brown Shoe and his All Things Must Pass Album. His later work such as Cloud Nine we great too. George was an interesting man and a joy to my life. Thank you George for the music.

[@ipinkus7710]

After George Harrison had been stabbed by an intruder in 1999 he said, “ Why doesn’t this sort of thing happen to The Rolling Stones?”

[@freewheelingideas]

They didn’t live at a Friar Park.

[@Alan-h6h6t]

The Stones were considered the bad boys of rock and roll. George was singularly different - an evolving soul finding himself while looking within, for god. With the Stones, it was like professional honor among thieves. I love the Stone who were good to dance to. I adore Joe Cockers music especially later, but I absolutely love George - who he was, his music, what he had to put up with the Beatles, his leadership and spiritual nature. If you're going to incarnate onto this planet, it's reason enough to have familiar connection with a deep soul like George...again - that at least is what it feels like and not just in the Summer of Love. The contrast of George to a crazed intruder must be a hard thing to live with when in such a depraved lost state of mind. Living with crazed fan was very challenging for the Beatles, more so with George. George smoked too many cigarettes for his lungs - love is all you need.

[@marylouchris457]

He had an amazing sense of humor ❤

[@AnneFailes]

@@freewheelingideasWhat do you mean? George lived at Friar Park.

[@manny4552]

It was sn example of Harrisons sense of humor

[@jamesvinson312]

Within You, Without You, While My Guitar Gently Weeps and Something are absolute gems.

[@heinrichvon]

The more I hear about and read about and think about what George accomplished within The Beatles, the more he is a hero to me.

[@lensquires6580]

George wrote many great songs. My favorite: 1965's "If I Needed Someone." "Write your number on my wall and maybe you will get a call from me..., if I needed someone." Can't get much cooler than that! ✝🙏

[@jimcoleman598]

I wish he left in "I look at the trouble and the hate that is raging" and "doing nothing but aging" lines. Fitting for then........ and today.

[@markjerorsr1495]

'While my guitar gently weeps' will be running through my head all day.