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.
Love You To
George Harrison Lyrics
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You, I really really love you
Nobody else will do
That's why I love you
That's why, why, why
(Yeah)
You, I really really love you
That's why I love you
That's why, why, why
Well babe you know I love you so
I'd pay the world if you could know
And when I see, you're comin' down the street
My heart skips (a) beat
You, I really really need you
But yet you play me for a fool
Why do you do me like you do, do, do
(Yeah)
Well babe you know I love you so
I'd pay the world if you could know
And when I see, you're comin' down the street
My heart skips (a) beat
You, I really really need you
But yet you play me for a fool
Why do you do me like you do
Why do you do me like you do
Why, why
The lyrics to George Harrison's song Love You To are a testament to the complex emotions that come with being in love. The opening lines of the song reveal the depth of love that the singer feels for his/her significant other: "You, I really really love you / Nobody else will do / That's why I love you / That's why, why, why". It's clear that the singer is committed to this person and is willing to do anything to maintain their relationship.
However, the next few lines show that the singer's love is a bit one-sided. The object of their affection seems to be playing them "for a fool", and this is causing the singer great pain: "You, I really really need you / But yet you play me for a fool / Why do you do me like you do, do, do". Despite this, the singer continues to love this person deeply, unable to let go of their bond.
One interesting aspect of this song is the use of Indian classical music. Harrison was heavily influenced by Indian music, and Love You To features a prominent sitar solo. Additionally, the song includes tabla drums, tambura, and other traditional Indian instruments. This was a unique sound for a Western pop song in the 1960s and helped to establish Harrison's reputation as a pioneer of world music.
Line by Line Meaning
(Yeah) You, I really really love you
I have profound feelings for you, and there is no one else that can match the love that I have for you
Nobody else will do
I have looked for someone else like you, but I have not found anyone who can replace you
That's why I love you
The reason why I feel so strongly about you is because there is no one else who can make me feel the way you do
That's why, why, why
I cannot emphasize enough how much I love you and how much you mean to me
Well babe you know I love you so
I want to make sure that you understand that I truly love you and that my affections for you are sincere
I'd pay the world if you could know
My love for you is invaluable, and I would do anything to make sure that you are aware of how I feel
And when I see, you're comin' down the street
My heart races with excitement whenever you are around, and I cannot help but feel overwhelmed with joy
My heart skips (a) beat
I am so enamored with you that my heart cannot help but skip a beat whenever I am in your presence
You, I really really need you
You are so important to me that I cannot imagine my life without you
But yet you play me for a fool
I feel like you are not taking my love seriously, and it is causing me pain and heartache
Why do you do me like you do, do, do
I am bewildered and confused by your actions, and I cannot understand why you would treat me this way
Why do you do me like you do
I am hurting and in need of answers as to why you are treating me poorly
Why, why
I am consumed with questions about why you do the things you do, and I need to understand your motivations
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: LEROY SWEARINGEN
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@RobertCeisler
Each day just goes so fast
I turn around, it's passed
You don't get time to hang a sign on me
Love me while you can
Before I'm a dead old man
A lifetime is so short
A new one can't be bought
But what you've got means such a lot to me
Make love all day long
Make love singing songs
Make love all day long
Make love singing songs
There's people standing 'round
Who'll screw you in the ground
They'll fill you in with all their sins, you'll see
I'll make love to you
If you want me to
@AqueleRod
George will live forever in our hearts. Peace and love my friends! ✌
@damianlopez7630
May He Rest In Holy GOD'S Presence!
@RobertCeisler
Each day just goes so fast
I turn around, it's passed
You don't get time to hang a sign on me
Love me while you can
Before I'm a dead old man
A lifetime is so short
A new one can't be bought
But what you've got means such a lot to me
Make love all day long
Make love singing songs
Make love all day long
Make love singing songs
There's people standing 'round
Who'll screw you in the ground
They'll fill you in with all their sins, you'll see
I'll make love to you
If you want me to
@thejonegcle7759
such great lyrics
@folkrock4u
It's not "before i'm a dead old man."
@sterioapple
@@folkrock4u Then what is it?
@nepesilva2284
@@folkrock4u yes, it is “before I’m a dead old man”
@Flasoo8
An excellent mix. The Indian instruments ( especially the tanpura) are very crisp and clear. Fantastic.
@SpaceGuyTDG810
I'm also a guy who actually likes Hindustani music, especially this song. I like the mix of Indian and rock music being incorporated in this song.
@loxleymoon
It's funny; the longer I've been a Beatles fan, the more and more this one seems to become one of my favorites.