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.
Let id down
George Harrison Lyrics
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Looking like I don't care, but I do, I do
Hiding it all behind anything I see
Should someone be looking at me
While I occupy my mind, I can feel you here
Love to us is so well timed, and I do, I do
Wasting away these moments so heavenly
Let it down, let it all down
Let your hair hang all around me
Let it down, let it down
Let your love flow and astound me
While you look so sweetly and divine, I can feel you here
I see your eyes are busy kissing mine, and I do, I do
Wondering what it is they're expecting to see
Should someone be looking at me
Let it down, let it all down
Let your hair hang all around me
Let it down, let it down
Let your love flow and astound me
Let it down, let it down, oh
Let it down, let it down, oh
Let it down, let it down, oh
In "Let It Down" by George Harrison, the singer speaks about the weight he carries from holding back his emotions for someone who is not present with him at the moment. He can sense their presence, but they are in a different place. He tries to hide his feelings but deep down, he cares for this person. He occupies his mind to escape the emotions he feels, yet he knows they are in tune with their love. Throughout the song, the singer urges the object of his affections to let it all down and let their love flow. He believes that people are always watching, waiting for them to make a move or to show their love to one another.
Line by Line Meaning
Though you sit in another chair, I can feel you here
Even though you're not physically with me, I still feel your presence
Looking like I don't care, but I do, I do
I may appear indifferent, but in reality, I care deeply
Hiding it all behind anything I see
I conceal my feelings behind anything I can find
Should someone be looking at me
I worry that someone might see through my façade
While I occupy my mind, I can feel you here
I keep myself busy, but I still sense your presence
Love to us is so well timed, and I do, I do
Our love is perfectly timed and I love you deeply
Wasting away these moments so heavenly
I'm cherishing these heavenly moments with you
Should someone be looking at me
I'm fearful that others might be able to sense my emotions
Let it down, let it all down
Let go of all your inhibitions
Let your hair hang all around me
Allow yourself to express your love freely and openly
Let your love flow and astound me
Allow your love to overtake me and leave me in awe
While you look so sweetly and divine, I can feel you here
You look divine, and I still feel your presence even when you're not with me
I see your eyes are busy kissing mine, and I do, I do
Our eyes meet, and I know we both feel the same love for each other
Wondering what it is they're expecting to see
I'm curious what others are looking to find in us
Let it down, let it all down
Again, let go of all your hesitations and fears
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Chad Hurley
Let me in here, I know I've been here
Let me into your heart
Let me know you, let me show you
Let me roll it to you
All I have is yours
All you see is mine
And I'm glad to hold you in my arms
I'd have you anytime
Let me say it, let me play it
Let me lay it on you
Let me know you, let me show you
Let me grow upon you
All I have is yours
All you see is mine
And I'm glad to hold you in my arms
I'd have you anytime
Let me in here, I know I've been here
Let me into your heart
Jenifer Lohan
Let me in here, I know I've been here
Let me into your heart
Let me know you, let me show you
Let me roll it to you
All I have is yours
All you see is mine
And I'm glad to hold you in my arms
I'd have you anytime
Let me say it, let me play it
Let me lay it on you
Let me know you, let me show you
Let me grow upon you
All I have is yours
All you see is mine
And I'm glad to hold you in my arms
I'd have you anytime
Let me in here, I know I've been here
Let me into your heart
Maria Diaz
Let me in here, I know I've been here
Let me into your heart
Let me know you, let me show you
Let me roll it to you
All I have is yours
All you see is mine
And I'm glad to hold you in my arms
I'd have you anytime
Let me say it, let me play it
Let me lay it on you
Let me know you, let me show you
Let me grow upon you
All I have is yours
All you see is mine
And I'm glad to hold you in my arms
I'd have you anytime
Let me in here, I know I've been here
Let me into your heart
Molton Rocka
Only a few artists were able to describe what love feels like. Harrison was the king of that style of writing.
Shauna Marie Krystallis
💗💗💗
Kyle Rasmussen
@M D What's more important, the material wishes and failings of a human, or the lessons and legacy they leave behind? Alan Watts was a heavy smoker, drinker and an irresponsible father by many accounts, but his influence and spiritual teachings meant more than any of that stuff. Inner and outer realms, my friend, is the trip. If you're focusing more on his failings (which every human has) rather than the love he was trying to convey, you've missed the point! All love.
knutz7
@M D I think that line meant “everything we see is ours, life, love” that he’s not exclusive in that regard.
He’s letting us know that it’s ours & there for the taking.
But I wasn’t in his or Bob’s head that day.
Angelo Gabriel
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M D
@Sunndog57 we all see the things we wish to see. You can still crave money and be generous with it, or better still have little money and be generous with it. One question though, was George offering up his belongings to his wife or the many girls on the side? My very first original point was, these kind of deep messages must come from an example of truth and honesty within a relationship with your partner. Still love George though. Peace to you too.
BobSaget08
I just can't describe with words how beautiful this song is...
M D
you just did!
Dreaming in Colour DIC
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Joe Durbin
I am 59, and having been a Beatle fan, but grew into a listener of Steely Dan, Yes, Pink Floyd and such!
However, my first time listening to this song from All Things Must Pass was yesterday. This song holds it's own with anything I have heard in my life time. Very nice! I will be buying the vinyl very soon.