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.
The Day the World Gets 'round
George Harrison Lyrics
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To understanding where it is
Using all it's found,
To help each other, hand in hand
The day the world gets 'round
To understanding where it's gone
Losing so much ground
Such foolishness in man
I want no part of their plan - oh no
If you're the destructive kind
Now I'm working from day to day
As I don't want to be like you
I look for the pure of heart
And the ones that have made a start
But lord, there are just a few
Who bow before you,
In silence they pray,
Oh how they pray for the day the
World gets 'round
Using all they've found
To help each other, hand in hand
The day the world gets 'round
In this song, George Harrison is expressing his desire for the world to come together and understand the importance of unity and helping each other. He envisions a day when people will use all their knowledge and resources to support one another and work hand in hand. He contrasts this ideal with the current state of the world, where people are losing ground and killing each other. He expresses his disappointment and frustration with the foolishness of man and his lack of desire to be a part of their destructive plans.
Harrison also reflects on his personal journey of working to be a better person and not falling into the trap of destructive behavior. He acknowledges that there are others like him who are striving to be pure of heart and make a positive impact in the world. These individuals bow before a higher power and pray for the day when the world will come together.
Overall, The Day the World Gets 'Round is a hopeful message from Harrison that encourages people to put aside their differences and come together in harmony and unity for the greater good.
Line by Line Meaning
The day the world gets 'round to understanding where it is,
The day when people finally comprehend the true state of the world and their place in it.
Using all it's found, to help each other, hand in hand
Using all the knowledge and resources humanity has accumulated to work together and support each other.
The day the world gets 'round to understanding where it's gone
The day when people finally realize the consequences of their actions and how far they have strayed from their path.
Losing so much ground, killing each other, hand in hand
Humanity's downfall and loss of progress due to their self-destructive tendencies and violent behavior.
Such foolishness in man
The irrational and irresponsible behavior of humans that has led to their downfall.
I want no part of their plan - OH NO
The singer rejects humanity's destructive plan and refuses to be a part of it.
If you're the destructive kind
Addressing those individuals who have a tendency to cause harm and destruction.
Now I'm working from day to day
The artist is actively working towards a better future, focusing on improving the present moment.
As I don't want to be like you
The artist refuses to follow in the destructive footsteps of those who cause harm.
I look for the pure of heart
The artist seeks out those who are kind, compassionate, and have good intentions.
And the ones that have made a start
The singer is drawn to those who have already begun working towards a better future.
But Lord, there are just a few who bow before you, in silence they pray,
Acknowledging the rarity of individuals who are deeply committed to a better world and seek guidance from a higher power.
Oh how they pray for the day the world gets 'round
Those who are committed to a better world pray for the day when humanity can finally come together and work towards common goals.
Using all they've found to help each other, hand in hand
Utilizing all the knowledge and resources available to support and uplift each other in a united effort.
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Written by: George Harrison
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