George Harrison

Released: May 30, 1973

Songwriter: George Harrison

Producer: George Harrison

[Verse 1]
I've heard how some people, have said that I've changed
That I'm not what I was, how it really is a shame
The thoughts in their heads manifest on their brow
Like bad scars from ill feelings they themselves arouse
So hateful of anyone that is happy or free
They live all their lives without looking to see
The light that has lighted the world

[Verse 2]
It's funny how people just won't accept change
As if nature itself they'd prefer re-arranged
So hard to move on when you're down in a hole
Where there's so little chance to experience soul
I'm grateful to anyone that is happy or free
For giving me hope while I'm looking to see
The light that has lighted the world

If George Harrison were merely remembered for his involvement in The Beatles, his legacy would be solidified as one of rock’s greatest names. Along with staging the world’s first benefit concert where major artists performed together for humanitarian relief, introducing pop culture to classical Indian music and gaining three #1 singles as a solo artist, he was also a film producer and an avid gardener.

In 1957, he met a young Paul McCartney on a bus they both took to school. McCartney then introduced him to John Lennon to audition for his skiffle group, the Quarrymen. Lennon originally rejected Harrison as he thought he was too young to be the band, having just turned 15. Harrison eventually impressed Lennon with his guitar skills and was accepted as a member of the group.

During his time with The Beatles, Harrison was the lead guitarist, one of the singers, and contributed many songs such as “Taxman,” “Within You Without You,” “While My Guitar Gently Weeps,” “Here Comes the Sun” and “Something.”

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