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.
Lay His Head
George Harrison Lyrics
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And who is it in here, you have often thought
But what can I tell you
That you don't know already?
Yes, even the times like this
Will roll away
But I love you (I love you)
That's all that I ever really wanted
I know that it will work out all the same
And whoever it is in here can overcome the pain
A true friend's shoulder to lean on
I'll make it through
And over and over
I feel for you
But I love you (I love you)
I love you (I love you)
That's all that I ever really wanted
Oh yeah, you know that sometimes a man
He has nowhere to lay his head
But what can I tell you
That you don't know already?
Yes, even the worst time like this
Will blow away
But I love you (I love you)
I love you (I love you)
That's all that I ever really wanted
Oh yeah, you know that sometimes a man
He has nowhere to lay his head, nowhere, I said nowhere
Nowhere to lay his head
Oh what can I tell you
That you don't know already?
The lyrics to George Harrison's song Lay His Head seems to reflect a sense of vulnerability, love, and hopelessness. The first verse suggests that the singer is aware of how strange he may appear sometimes and how others may perceive him. He asks the question, "And who is it in here, you have often thought" which may suggest that he may have been seen as someone who is different from the average person. However, the singer consoles the listener by expressing that "even times like this will roll away," suggesting that no matter how weird things may get or how one may be perceived by others, it will not last forever.
In the second verse, the singer expresses that he is willing to be a true friend and to offer a shoulder to lean on, suggesting that he may have experienced hardship or pain himself. He repeats, "I love you" twice, which could suggest that the person he is speaking to is someone he loves and cares for deeply, such as a romantic partner or a close friend. The singer seems to understand that love is all that he ever really wanted, even in the face of difficulty.
In the bridge, the singer repeats the line "Oh yeah, you know that sometimes a man he has nowhere to lay his head" twice. This could suggest that he is referring to himself or someone he loves who may be homeless or struggling to find a sense of stability in life. However, the singer still insists that even in the worst times, things will blow away and that love is ultimately what he wants and needs.
Overall, the lyrics to Lay His Head seem to be expressing a sense of vulnerability and love in the face of hardship. The singer understands that life can be difficult and that people may not always be understanding, but that love is ultimately what will get us through.
Line by Line Meaning
I know that I seem strange to you sometimes
I'm aware that my behavior may seem odd to you occasionally
And who is it in here, you have often thought
You may have questioned who I truly am on occasion
But what can I tell you
That you don't know already?
However, there's nothing I can reveal to you that you already aren't aware of
Yes, even the times like this
Will roll away
I'm certain that our current struggles will eventually come to pass
But I love you (I love you)
I love you (I love you)
That's all that I ever really wanted
Despite everything, I still have love for you, and that's all I truly wanted in life
I know that it will work out all the same
And whoever it is in here can overcome the pain
I have confidence that things will work out in the end, and whoever I may be on the inside can make it through the pain
A true friend's shoulder to lean on
I'll make it through
And over and over
I feel for you
I can always rely on a supportive friend to help me get through tough times, and I constantly have empathy and compassion for you
Oh yeah, you know that sometimes a man
He has nowhere to lay his head
Sometimes I feel lost and without a sense of direction or belonging
But what can I tell you
That you don't know already?
But it's not something I can really explain to you that you don't already understand
Yes, even the worst time like this
Will blow away
I'm confident that even the most difficult times will eventually pass
Nowhere to lay his head
Feeling like I have no place to call my own
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: GEORGE HARRISON
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Jack DiChiara
I know that I seem strange to you sometimes
And who is it in here, you have often thought
But what can I tell you
That you don't know already?
Yes, even the times like this
Will roll away
But I love you (I love you)
I love you (I love you)
That's all that I ever really wanted
I know that it will work out all the same
And whoever it is in here can overcome the pain
A true friend's shoulder to lean on
I'll make it through
And over and over
I feel for you
But I love you (I love you)
I love you (I love you)
That's all that I ever really wanted
Oh yeah, you know that sometimes a man
He has nowhere to lay his head
But what can I tell you
That you don't know already?
Yes, even the worst time like this
Will blow away
But I love you (I love you)
I love you (I love you)
That's all that I ever really wanted
Oh yeah, you know that sometimes a man
He has nowhere to lay his head, nowhere, I said nowhere
Nowhere to lay his head
Oh what can I tell you
That you don't know already
Stuart Munro
How come George never finished a lot of his great songs as well , heard Walruz finish them they’re better than the released ones on all things must pass
Jon Bartlett
The first time I’ve ever heard this tune. Absolutely beautiful.
Robin Wilson
Me too, Jon - what a discovery all these years later!
Patti Sampson
Anther George song that is under-rated, most people have probably never even heard the, but he's bearing his heart and soul again , Bravo, George! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻💜💜💜🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Joe Postove
It certainly deserved its own release. I wonder if any radio stations gave it play.
Hare Georgeson
Warner Bros' idiots dropped out a lot of magnificent songs George wrote
Matthew Giffin
Spectacular song. Why on earth would they request this to be removed?
Colin Dowd
I just love the way this song builds up to a gentle crescendo
Александр Котин
One of his best songs.
Gordon Darr
George must have an entire album of unreleased coolage.