After the Beatles stopped touring in 1966, George started writing more songs than could be fitted onto the albums so that by the time of the split he had built up a collection of songs, some used on his debut solo album, All Things Must Pass. The album, released in 1970, contains the two-time number one hit, "My Sweet Lord".
Harrison is also credited for creating music benefits, notably the 1971 Concert for Bangladesh. Harrison played beside Bob Dylan, Eric Clapton, Billy Preston, Ringo Starr, and Leon Russell to a crowd of 40,000 in Madison Square Garden, New York. The show raised over $240,000 benefiting the George Harrison Fund for Bangladesh relief.
Harrison went on to release several successful solo albums, and in the late 1980s collaborated with Bob Dylan, Jeff Lynne, Roy Orbison, and Tom Petty, in a group called Traveling Wilburys. The group released two albums. Later, Harrison reunited with the other two surviving Beatles, after John Lennon's murder in 1980, to produce two final Beatles records, "Free As a Bird" and "Real Love" featuring the voice of Lennon, taken from home demos provided by Lennon's widow, Yoko Ono. The three Beatles also co-wrote a massive autobiography and television special, both titled "The Beatles Anthology."
Before his death, Harrison conceived of a Cirque du Soleil show, "Love," featuring remixes of Beatles music which were overseen by Beatles producer George Martin.
Harrison died on November 29, 2001 after a battle with cancer, leaving behind a wife and son, Olivia and Dhani Harrison. His last album, Brainwashed, was released posthumously and featured the single "Any Road".
A benefit concert in Harrison's memory was played on 29 November 2002 at the Royal Albert Hall. The star-studded event (featuring Eric Clapton and Monty Python, as well as former band mates Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr) was released on the DVD double-album, Concert for George.
His Name Is Legs
George Harrison Lyrics
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Everything is Dinky Doo
Everything that you do
You, the king of La-Di-Da
Pretty very out far
Never oversits, he understands
He should sing in a band, oh yeah
Oooh, oooh
People think he's Loopey Loo, ooh
And when they look at his shoes
He's a rocking sausage roll
He gets it in the goal
Healthy little brown affair
And when he washes his hair
He'll get a round or a square
Get them singing
Oooh, oooh
Everyone from Oxford town
Way down to the Rio Grande
Knows his harbour quays
His skin tight hands, without seggs
His name is Legs
(talking)
Oooh, oooh
Coolies sweating in Hong Kong
Run along to the Mardi Grass
Risking asian flu
To meet the man who lays the eggs
His name is Legs
He's a cure for whooping cough
And if the going gets rough
Get lined up, come Sikh, come Czar
No matter who you are
We could get along and slide a rule
And if you don't play fools
While Larry plays pool
You'll hear him singing
Oooh, oooh
(talking)
Oooh, oooh
The lyrics of George Harrison's His Name Is Legs are a playful tribute to a character named Legs. The song is essentially composed of three verses and a chorus, with each verse describing Legs and his various attributes. The first verse establishes Legs as the king of La-Di-Da, someone who never oversits and understands things like the back of his hand. The second verse playfully insults him, with people thinking he's Loopey Loo and noticing his odd shoes. The final verse speaks of his global fame, with everyone from Oxford town to the Rio Grande knowing about him.
The chorus is where the song really shines, with its infectious "Oooh, oooh" hook that is sure to get stuck in your head. It describes Legs as a cure for whooping cough and someone who brings people together, encouraging them to slide "a rule" and avoid playing fools. The song ends with a final "Oooh, oooh" that repeats until fade-out.
Overall, the song is a lighthearted and catchy celebration of Legs, who despite being a fictional character, feels like someone you might want to meet and hang out with.
Line by Line Meaning
Everything is Dinky Doo
Everything is going smoothly and effortlessly
Everything that you do
All of your actions and efforts
You, the king of La-Di-Da
You are characterized by luxury and self-indulgence
Pretty very out far
Extremely noticeable and attention-grabbing
Never oversits, he understands
He always knows the right amount to do without going too far
Like the back of the hand
As if it's second nature and familiar
He should sing in a band, oh yeah
He has a talent for singing and performing
People think he's Loopey Loo, ooh
People might think he's a bit crazy or eccentric
And when they look at his shoes
When people look at his feet or style
He's a rocking sausage roll
He has a style that's unique and eye-catching
He gets it in the goal
He's successful and achieves his goals
Healthy little brown affair
Healthy and in good shape
And when he washes his hair
When he cleans himself up
He'll get a round or a square
He'll be rewarded or receive something in return
Get them singing
Get others to join in and participate
Everyone from Oxford town
People from all over
Way down to the Rio Grande
From north to south
Knows his harbour quays
Is familiar with his various accomplishments and talents
His skin tight hands, without seggs
His hands are smooth and move with precision
His name is Legs
This person goes by the name Legs
Coolies sweating in Hong Kong
Workers in Hong Kong sweating in the heat
Run along to the Mardi Grass
Participate in a celebratory event
Risking asian flu
Putting themselves in danger
To meet the man who lays the eggs
To meet the person responsible for success and achievement
He's a cure for whooping cough
He's a solution or remedy for difficult problems
And if the going gets rough
If things get difficult
Get lined up, come Sikh, come Czar
Everyone, regardless of background or identity, should get in line and follow his lead
No matter who you are
Regardless of one's identity or background
We could get along and slide a rule
We could work together and find a solution
And if you don't play fools
If you don't act foolishly
While Larry plays pool
While someone else is distracted or occupied elsewhere
You'll hear him singing
You'll hear him expressing his joy and contentment
Contributed by Savannah D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.