You should really see this…you have never seen anything like this singing Jamel. You can trust me on that. Tommy Johanssen from Sweden. He is/was a guitarist in Sabaton, he has a band called Majestica, but he also do some covers….like this one. Dont miss it…your gonna regret it. th-cam.com/video/zoGJ7mxNq0M/w-d-xo.htmlsi=H7WJKkh9_LmqEbbU
Good morning- good afternoon and good night I don't know if you've covered this yet or not, or if you still take suggestions, but you should check out Children of the Sun by Billy Thorpe
One of George Harrison's quotes when asked about the names of the Lord & God he used in his lyrics of this song, he replied, *“It does not matter what you call Him, just call Him” That quote helped me* ❤ ❤ ❤
George was raised Catholic. He became interested in Eastern spiritualism and meditation around 1966. He often spoke on his beliefs and wanting to escape the cycle of death and rebirth. Upon his death, Olivia, his wife said that he "lit up the room when he left his body". I love George, miss him still.
Thanks for the info. You might want to change '66' to '1966', as it's easy to get confused reading the sentence and think that he got interested at age 66 (if you knew nothing at all about George Harrison).
Not Singing about Jesus: Hi, My Sweet Lord sounds good, but he's not singing about Jesus, but a false god, Harrison wrote "My Sweet Lord" in praise of the Hindu god Krishna, at the end when he says My sweet Lord, he says Hare Krishna, Hare Krishna, Harrison was in false religion, he wasn't singing about the Lord Jesus, but to his false god Krishna,
George Harrison was a dear friend of the International Society of Krishna Conciusness and had a direct Relationship, as friend, with the Founder of the Movement, by the name, A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada. 🙏💐🙏💐🙏💐🙏 George Harrison was spending the Bhaktivedanta Manor, in Herfortshire (England), to the Hare Krishna Movement. Until today, this Place became a famous spiritual and touristic Hotspot, a Location, nearby London. For everyone who likes deep spiritual Culture and Knowledge,should come, to visit this extraordinary Place. 🙏💐🙏💐🙏💐🙏💐🙏
George Harrison came from working class backround and was first of his family to get into grammar school, equivalent to modern day high school / secondary school. He found Indian religion around 1966 and started seriously study sitar. However he quit rehearsing around 1969 after the realisation that to fully understand Indian music would take years, pretty much the way Harrison himself started guitar in his teens. The master of the sitar, Ravi Shankar who taught Harrison has stated that Harrison showed true wisdom in it.
I'm going on 70 years old. The day I heard a classmate singing this song my 10th grade homeroom class, I was struck, covered in goosebumps. I don't know what it was, or what happened, but I will remember that day as if it was yesterday. Later in life I came across a copy of the "Bhagavad Gita, AS IT IS," which I later came to find out was the same translation that Harrison studied. There are two types of religion in the world: 1.) Prophecy: Islam, Christianity and Judaism 2.) Wisdom: Vedic Scriptures, Bhagavad Gita, Srimad Bhagavatam, etc. The Bhagavad Gita mentions God's name on every page, and speaks of 'spirit soul' to great extent, using scientific and philosophical analogies, etc. I have yet to become famous and powerful, but I am still grateful on how studying the above song & book changed my life for the positive. I still get goosebumps and well up with tears almost every time I hear this song. Thank you.
His first solo album, ‘All Things Must Pass’, was recorded mostly at George’s huge mansion. People were everywhere. This song was a private prayer, but since the house was full of people for weeks, someone heard him playing and singing it and talked him into recording it. He was shocked when it went to #1.
Accidentally here. I like your hoody message and your presentation. So good to see young guys spend time on "old" stuff, that remains young. The late great George Harrison, never forgotten.
You were born too late; there was SO much brilliant music that you missed growing up! On the plus side, we get to see you re-discovering these lovely songs, and watch you experience it for the first time! Love you, Jamal- keep on being a good human!
It was said that John was the “Mind” - Philosophical, Paul was the Heart - Love songs, George was the Spirit, he studied many religions, including Hindu.
If so, then Ringo served as the anchor, keeping the rest grounded and not taking it all too seriously. Alternately, I've read of a theory that for an ensemble cast, one featuring a father type, and a mother/priest/conscience, plus a problem-solving child and a comedic/creative child works best, with the "child" roles being capable of being filled by various characters. The example they used was Star Trek, with Kirk and McCoy filling the mother/father role, and Spock mostly filling the problem solver role and Chekhov the comedy, but Scotty could play either child role, too. I don't fully buy that, but that theory might hint at how perception back then shaped folks' view of their "roles". My 2 cents, and yes, I know, the "theory" I cited doesn't qualify as an actual science theory, but such is the state of the language that I need to qualify that. *sigh*
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I agree about Harrison being the best of the Beatles, certainly as a genuine man. The others may each have had their strengths, but George seemed to be the one that you would have wanted to know as a friend, not just as a pop star. And the Wilburys were a great star band, sadly cut short by the premature death of Roy Orbison, another great musician and gentle soul, who had one of the most amazing singing voices.
His son Dhani Harrison is making great music now and toured with ELO a couple years ago. Saw it, what a great concert. Good to see you back, my friend.
Billy Preston's live My Sweet Lord tribute to George Harrison is a must see / listen Jamel. All kinds of superstars involved including Georges' son. goose bump alert! The song is actually addicting 😁 but I could think of much worse stuff to be addicted to.
I love that version of My Sweet Lord too! It’s incredible to watch the other brilliant artists performing this song, some of whom are no longer with us too.
Agree! I was going to post the same comment. I love the Concert for George tribute when Billy Preston sang (most of) that song. th-cam.com/video/z5lmar2dIqw/w-d-xo.htmlsi=yfq1LD4aJOOj9BPv
Have missed you Jamel! I appreciate their solo careers more than The Beatles. Even Ringo had some great singles, yes with George's help... It Don't Come Easy, Photograph... George is my favorite, and Ringo is number 2. I believe he was the heart of the band and kept them together.. Nice to see you hon. 💜
First time I heard this song was on KFRC in the San Francisco bay area. Regardless of ones faith everyone could relate to the love he spoke about. The love for humanity is what I heard. I was just a child.
🎉The Beatles webt over to India in the 60s and studied and learbed meditation with the Guru's and learned how to play the sitar with Ravi Shankar. Did concerts with him in the US and all over. George seemed to be the one most affected by what they learned over there and then Paul was 2nd most affected. This all brings me back to Jr. HIGH. Thanks for doing this song.
I believe George became a Hare Krishna. He says Hare Krishna at the end of the song but of course we can all interpret and apply the song to our own faith.
Jamel you hit it right on the nail that's what Harrison said himself. In Short Jamel he wanted to be normal and not looked at like he's any better than anyone else. He got into nature and was taught to appreciate the beautiful little things in life. Paul McCartney says to this day he has a tree that George gifted him from his garden.
George found and loved Hindu Philosophy and was a devotee of Krishna until he died, but was not truly a member of ISKCON [International Society of Krishna Consciousness] tho he did fund a beautiful book they offer. This song is so beautiful, I remember singing along with my mother when this was in heavy rotation on the FM [I was 4] It was so requested that we could listen on one station and switch to another and hear it again for two hours! Thank you George, and Jamal!
G. Harrison wrote this song AFTER he visits India with the other members of the Beatles, getting in touch with one local spiritual man spending time together and listening to what he had to say. George and all the mentioned members went solo so this is what he created as an artist and share to those who like music.
The other three Beatles decided that the " local spiritual man" (Maharishi Mahesh Yogi) was a fraud and a sexual predator. The John Lennon song "Sexy Sadie" was written about him. The 'humble' yogi left $300 million and 12,000 acres of land in his will.
He INVENTED the concept of the mega concert that was the model for "Farm Aid", "Concert for Aid"-- The Concert for Bangladesh :live album and film generating and estimated $12 million sent to Bangladesh. Sales of the live album and DVD release of the film continue to benefit the George Harrison Fund for UNICEF.
I think when artist get so rich and famous, they realize that doesn't actually bring happiness and fulfillment. I love how he goes through all those chants as if to say "whatever you want to call that spirit, it's all the same thing. Or at least the same goal
I walked my mum into the church for her funeral last week and this was one of her songs. She was a week off 86 years old. I was her carer. She / we battled for over two years with her health and she fought to the end but truly wanted to rest and be with her husband in spirit ' named George ' beautiful song 💜
On the Nov. '70 45 RPM record of 'My Sweet Lord" it also had a great tune on the flipside named "Isn't It A Pity." You'll find this song on his greatest hits LP/CD's.
One of my all time favourite songs, of which many of them are George's songs, which i try to play from time to time, to keep his spirit alive. George adopted Hare Krisna because it echoed his feeling, of preaching peace and harmony, kindness to fellow people, and that's how he lived his life.
I am also enjoying your return to reactions of classic rock & roll. Jamel, you brought many of us so much joy during the pandemic, by “keeping great music alive” as you used to say. My husband and I watched hundreds of your reaction videos and we still think about you when we hear certain songs (like Lola by the Kinks). ❤️❤️❤️
George Harrison was just as good by himself as he was when he was with the Beatles God knows that he has a real music artist in his heaven and multiverse and I can’t wait to get there and jam out with all the greats that he created and kept him for the world and for himself yeah man !!!!!
George always struck me as the most spiritual of the Beatles. They all went through the then-trendy eastern spirituality and philosophy phase in the 1960s, but I don't really think it was anything more than an experimentation for the others, whereas George really seemed to be spiritually motivated and a genuinely gentle soul. Such a shame he died relatively young. His life was cut short after he and his wife were attacked in 1999 in their own home by a mentally ill man. Although Harrison officially died of cancer, there's a general consensus among those that knew him that the traumatic effects of the attack - when he was stabbed multiple times, suffered a punctured lung and nearly died - left him much weaker and caused a relapse, leading to return of the cancer he had previously fought off. He died less than two years after the attack, at only 58.
Glad to see your back Jamal. You have to watch the George Harrison Tribute, they do this so song with Billy Preston on piano and everybody else from Clapton, McCartney, Ringo Starr and many more musician. Welcome back and enjoy!😎👍🎹🥁🎸🎼
One of the most beautiful faith-based songs that hit the mainstream!! You’ve already reacted to “Jesus is just alright with me” and I’m assuming “Spirit In The Sky”
George Harrison was raised Catholic but discovered eastern spirituality in the 1960's. "My Sweet Lord" is a song that expresses his desire to really know and see God while in the creation. Another great spiritual song by Harrison is "Awaiting On You All".
Music is your happy place ; it's where you shine! I fell in love with your channel during the covid era and it was sad to see you drift away from those days. I do understand your frustration with getting blocked so often, so thank you for giving it another go!
I was 12 years old when this song was released (1970) and I loved it from the first time I heard it. I’m 66 years old now and it’s still my #1 go-to song. I so wanted to have it played at my husband’s memorial service but wasn’t able to. Whenever I listen to this song I think of my husband and I pray he’s in a better place and having fun…until I get there. 💔
All Things Must Pass is considered the best Beatles solo album by many critics. Thanks for this! If you get a chance Jamel I’d love to hear your reaction to the new Billy Joel song / video Turn the Lights Back On.
George was found guilty of "Subconscious Plagiarism" in Court, as "My Sweet Lord" is extremely similar to the Ronnie Mack Classic "He's so fine". That doesn't take anything away from the fact that this song is SO ICONIC!
George was brought up Catholic, but I don't think he was particularly religious. Being a rather private person, the massive fame of The Beatles was hard for him to deal with. After being introduced to Ravi Shankar's music by David Crosby, he soon found that the music and the spirituality intertwined, and he found what he was looking for in Eastern religion. As others have mentioned, Billy Preston's version of My Sweet Lord at the Concert For George is excellent - it follows the same basic arrangement, but Billy's gospel influences turn it into a revival meeting at a church in Mississippi.
Good on you for reviewing the original mix as released in 1970. Others have reacted to the very dry 2000's mix, which is historically incorrect. This version as played by you has all the special elements that made it such a revelation and sensation on a.m. radio in 1970.
All of the Beatles got imo Eastern religions in the mid to lat 60s, but George took it very seriously. He was a pretty introspective man. My favorite Beatle.
It's so amazing/awesome how powerful music can be! A music lover since conception growing up with a music lover/performer for a father who played/listened to everything except maybe poka🤷🏿, I'd heard this for years playing while riding in the car, but I TRULY heard this for the first time while my father was playing the album one day while he was relaxing in our living room back in 1979 and it's just been ingrained in my soul ever since watching my father mentally emerse himself into it! *I didn't grasp Dad's explanation until almost 6yrs later, but I've been musically diverse since then!!
I saw George Harrison, Ringo and Paul in concert, 3 great concerts. I wish I had the opportunity to have seen John Lennon perform, all of the Beatles were so fantastic together and solo. George and Ravi Shankar performed together, it was just amazing the guitar and sitar blend. I consider myself blessed to have witnessed his concert.
You're my favorite reactor Jamal, I once sent you a Steely Dan sweatshirt! I fell off when you atopped reacting to music, so I'm glad to see you back doing it. 😊
Have been watching you for a few years. Thanks for being a light and cheering me up sometimes when only music can do that (plus you jamming along). It has been a bit since I checked back in and I see a lot of other material. Jamel, how do I find a playlist/section with only music reactions? Thanks ahead of time :).
Jamal gets it... I'm 66 year old female, & as much as I'd love to be young again, if I had the chance, no way, the music I grew up on is amazing. Thank you Jamal for getting it & loving it.
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I want him to do the politics again....we need more Black Trump voters!!
You should really see this…you have never seen anything like this singing Jamel. You can trust me on that. Tommy Johanssen from Sweden. He is/was a guitarist in Sabaton, he has a band called Majestica, but he also do some covers….like this one. Dont miss it…your gonna regret it.
th-cam.com/video/zoGJ7mxNq0M/w-d-xo.htmlsi=H7WJKkh9_LmqEbbU
I'd like you to have 2 channels 1 music 1 politics I'll subscribe to both Jamal ty for your info and reactions
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Good morning- good afternoon and good night
I don't know if you've covered this yet or not, or if you still take suggestions, but you should check out Children of the Sun by Billy Thorpe
Glad to see you back doing music reactions Jamel.
Oh yeah!
Same here. You're a joy.
Me too
Damn right!! That’s his niche! ❤
Thank goodness
One of George Harrison's quotes when asked about the names of the Lord & God he used in his lyrics of this song, he replied, *“It does not matter what you call Him, just call Him” That quote helped me* ❤ ❤ ❤
George was raised Catholic. He became interested in Eastern spiritualism and meditation around 1966. He often spoke on his beliefs and wanting to escape the cycle of death and rebirth. Upon his death, Olivia, his wife said that he "lit up the room when he left his body". I love George, miss him still.
Thanks for the info. You might want to change '66' to '1966', as it's easy to get confused reading the sentence and think that he got interested at age 66 (if you knew nothing at all about George Harrison).
@@andrewgr144 , good point, done.
100 percent agree
Not Singing about Jesus: Hi, My Sweet Lord sounds good, but he's not singing about Jesus, but a false god, Harrison wrote "My Sweet Lord" in praise of the Hindu god Krishna, at the end when he says My sweet Lord, he says Hare Krishna, Hare Krishna, Harrison was in false religion, he wasn't singing about the Lord Jesus, but to his false god Krishna,
@@rickraybourn7456 you mean a false god like yours and his non existent son ?
George Harrison was a dear friend of the International Society of Krishna Conciusness and had a direct Relationship, as friend, with the Founder of the Movement, by the name, A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada.
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George Harrison was spending the Bhaktivedanta Manor, in Herfortshire (England), to the Hare Krishna Movement. Until today, this Place became a famous spiritual and touristic Hotspot, a Location, nearby London. For everyone who likes deep spiritual Culture and Knowledge,should come, to visit this extraordinary Place.
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George Harrison came from working class backround and was first of his family to get into grammar school, equivalent to modern day high school / secondary school. He found Indian religion around 1966 and started seriously study sitar. However he quit rehearsing around 1969 after the realisation that to fully understand Indian music would take years, pretty much the way Harrison himself started guitar in his teens. The master of the sitar, Ravi Shankar who taught Harrison has stated that Harrison showed true wisdom in it.
I'm going on 70 years old. The day I heard a classmate singing this song my 10th grade homeroom class, I was struck, covered in goosebumps. I don't know what it was, or what happened, but I will remember that day as if it was yesterday. Later in life I came across a copy of the "Bhagavad Gita, AS IT IS," which I later came to find out was the same translation that Harrison studied.
There are two types of religion in the world:
1.) Prophecy: Islam, Christianity and Judaism
2.) Wisdom: Vedic Scriptures, Bhagavad Gita, Srimad Bhagavatam, etc.
The Bhagavad Gita mentions God's name on every page, and speaks of 'spirit soul' to great extent, using scientific and philosophical analogies, etc.
I have yet to become famous and powerful, but I am still grateful on how studying the above song & book changed my life for the positive. I still get goosebumps and well up with tears almost every time I hear this song. Thank you.
My favorite Beatles songs are written by George. He was a beautiful human.
This ENTIRE ALBUM is STELLAR, EVERYONE needs to Listen in its ENTIRETY, THANK YOU JAMEL❤🎉😊 Blessings to all.
Hallelujah, hare hare…it’s a beautiful celebration of love for the Divine, doesn’t matter what you call Him/Her. Pure joy and faith❤️❤️❤️
A classic George song, still can't get past "While My Guitar Gently Weeps" 💖
George was an enlightened man who did have a spiritual awakening. His light is missed in this dark time.
His light is still here darlin, in every song it beams out. You couldn’t stop it if you wanted to. Not that we do.
@@halo2d Thank you for that. Thank you for reminding me.
I agree. We need George Harrison’s light now more than ever.
Such a beautiful song. This will be played when my time comes. ❤️🔥❤️🔥❤️
Beware of Darkness will be played for me.
Me too!!
Beware of "darkness".... how appropriate!?
George looks to havehad a beautiful soul
You're so right about George's journey. It's one reason I love him.
His first solo album, ‘All Things Must Pass’, was recorded mostly at George’s huge mansion. People were everywhere. This song was a private prayer, but since the house was full of people for weeks, someone heard him playing and singing it and talked him into recording it. He was shocked when it went to #1.
Love Everything Must Pass
Yeh? Cool. Did it go to #1? Great
It's good to see music coming back to the channel. I hope you can continue without issue.
It’s an old video, brother
My favorite song of ALL TIME!!
My Guitar Gently Weeps 🥰
Absolutely
Accidentally here. I like your hoody message and your presentation. So good to see young guys spend time on "old" stuff, that remains young. The late great George Harrison, never forgotten.
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You were born too late; there was SO much brilliant music that you missed growing up! On the plus side, we get to see you re-discovering these lovely songs, and watch you experience it for the first time!
Love you, Jamal- keep on being a good human!
It was said that John was the “Mind” - Philosophical, Paul was the Heart - Love songs, George was the Spirit, he studied many religions, including Hindu.
If so, then Ringo served as the anchor, keeping the rest grounded and not taking it all too seriously. Alternately, I've read of a theory that for an ensemble cast, one featuring a father type, and a mother/priest/conscience, plus a problem-solving child and a comedic/creative child works best, with the "child" roles being capable of being filled by various characters. The example they used was Star Trek, with Kirk and McCoy filling the mother/father role, and Spock mostly filling the problem solver role and Chekhov the comedy, but Scotty could play either child role, too. I don't fully buy that, but that theory might hint at how perception back then shaped folks' view of their "roles".
My 2 cents, and yes, I know, the "theory" I cited doesn't qualify as an actual science theory, but such is the state of the language that I need to qualify that. *sigh*
George Will Always
Be My Favorite Beatle!! Great Musician!! 👍💯♥️♥️♥️ and Not a HeadCase like Most Musicians! 🤪 Traveling Willburys....Best Super Group of All Time!!! Miss Those Guys...RIP 💔🥀😢
I agree about Harrison being the best of the Beatles, certainly as a genuine man. The others may each have had their strengths, but George seemed to be the one that you would have wanted to know as a friend, not just as a pop star. And the Wilburys were a great star band, sadly cut short by the premature death of Roy Orbison, another great musician and gentle soul, who had one of the most amazing singing voices.
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This is at the top of my song list of ultimate faves.
His son Dhani Harrison is making great music now and toured with ELO a couple years ago. Saw it, what a great concert.
Good to see you back, my friend.
The Frequency of this song always puts me at peace and puts at a higher level. Makes me emotional! Great song!
Billy Preston's live My Sweet Lord tribute to George Harrison is a must see / listen Jamel. All kinds of superstars involved including Georges' son. goose bump alert! The song is actually addicting 😁 but I could think of much worse stuff to be addicted to.
I love that version of My Sweet Lord too! It’s incredible to watch the other brilliant artists performing this song, some of whom are no longer with us too.
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Will have to check that out
Great reaction. I love George Harrison and everything he did. My most favorite is Isnt It A Pity.
Agree! I was going to post the same comment. I love the Concert for George tribute when Billy Preston sang (most of) that song.
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Have missed you Jamel! I appreciate their solo careers more than The Beatles. Even Ringo had some great singles, yes with George's help... It Don't Come Easy, Photograph... George is my favorite, and Ringo is number 2. I believe he was the heart of the band and kept them together.. Nice to see you hon. 💜
My fave of Ringo's was "Your 16" in '73, 74 in HIGH school when I was 16 and had a boyfriend, my first soulmate, who's on the other side now.
Photograph is a great song.
Every member of the Beatles had at least TWO #1 singles on the pop charts as a solo act; that's quite a feat.
First time I heard this song was on KFRC in the San Francisco bay area. Regardless of ones faith everyone could relate to the love he spoke about. The love for humanity is what I heard. I was just a child.
Hey Jamel!
I ADORE George Harrison so much, he has such a Beautiful Spirit.
Me too. I will love him forever ♾️
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🎉The Beatles webt over to India in the 60s and studied and learbed meditation with the Guru's and learned how to play the sitar with Ravi Shankar. Did concerts with him in the US and all over. George seemed to be the one most affected by what they learned over there and then Paul was 2nd most affected. This all brings me back to Jr. HIGH. Thanks for doing this song.
Not being a know it all but Ravi is Norah Jones Father.
@@chrisalldis3375 - yes and they lived up the road from me in Encinitas.
@@C.M.30337 So you would have got some free concerts, Norah is fantastic, i love that House of Blues video.
My favorite George song is What is Life
Always loved this song... wonderful and inspiring not just for one faith, but all of them.
I've been in love with GEORGE HARRISON since 1964. ❤😎❤
You get it and nailed it. When the Beatles went to India George embraced religion.
Your assessment of Harrison's spiritual journey was quite accurate. Beautiful song; one of many excellent ones composed by George. Gone way too soon.
Simply beautiful, it brought tears of emotion to my eyes. 💌
The multiple modulations from 2:15 to 2:27 has always been my favourite part.
I believe George became a Hare Krishna. He says Hare Krishna at the end of the song but of course we can all interpret and apply the song to our own faith.
He was a Hindu.
Beautiful song. So glad to have you back with the music reactions!
I still have the original 45 single of this on vinyl. Beautiful song, beautiful message, beautiful man.
Nothing like being in your car and this comes on!! Beautiful
Jamel you hit it right on the nail that's what Harrison said himself. In Short Jamel he wanted to be normal and not looked at like he's any better than anyone else. He got into nature and was taught to appreciate the beautiful little things in life. Paul McCartney says to this day he has a tree that George gifted him from his garden.
Fantastic song - my favorite Beatle - George was cool.
You're doing music again!?!? SOOOOO HAPPY! I ADORE YOU!! 🎉❤
George found and loved Hindu Philosophy and was a devotee of Krishna until he died, but was not truly a member of ISKCON [International Society of Krishna Consciousness] tho he did fund a beautiful book they offer.
This song is so beautiful, I remember singing along with my mother when this was in heavy rotation on the FM [I was 4] It was so requested that we could listen on one station and switch to another and hear it again for two hours! Thank you George, and Jamal!
Regarding religion, George Harrison was a convert from Roman Catholicism to Hinduism.
G. Harrison wrote this song AFTER he visits India with the other members of the Beatles, getting in touch with one local spiritual man spending time together and listening to what he had to say. George and all the mentioned members went solo so this is what he created as an artist and share to those who like music.
The other three Beatles decided that the " local spiritual man" (Maharishi Mahesh Yogi) was a fraud and a sexual predator. The John Lennon song "Sexy Sadie" was written about him. The 'humble' yogi left $300 million and 12,000 acres of land in his will.
I remember exactly where I was when I first heard this song in December 1970.
He INVENTED the concept of the mega concert that was the model for "Farm Aid", "Concert for Aid"-- The Concert for Bangladesh :live album and film generating and estimated $12 million sent to Bangladesh. Sales of the live album and DVD release of the film continue to benefit the George Harrison Fund for UNICEF.
Eric Clapton almost died of a overdose backstage only 26 at the time
Simply song simply words straight to the point ..makes my heart full
Some of the background chants are the names of Gods from his beliefs.
I think when artist get so rich and famous, they realize that doesn't actually bring happiness and fulfillment. I love how he goes through all those chants as if to say "whatever you want to call that spirit, it's all the same thing. Or at least the same goal
This is 1000% one of my all-time favorites
Such a peaceful and soothing song. Love it.
I walked my mum into the church for her funeral last week and this was one of her songs. She was a week off 86 years old. I was her carer. She / we battled for over two years with her health and she fought to the end but truly wanted to rest and be with her husband in spirit ' named George ' beautiful song 💜
On the Nov. '70 45 RPM record of 'My Sweet Lord" it also had a great tune on the flipside named "Isn't It A Pity." You'll find this song on his greatest hits LP/CD's.
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Hare Krishna
Hare Krishna
Krishna Krishna
Hare Hare
Hare Rama
Hare Rama
Rama Rama
Hare Hare
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Bless
One of my all time favourite songs, of which many of them are George's songs, which i try to play from time to time, to keep his spirit alive.
George adopted Hare Krisna because it echoed his feeling, of preaching peace and harmony, kindness to fellow people, and that's how he lived his life.
next george harrison song request is "ISN'T IT A PITY". for all the good humans out here
I am also enjoying your return to reactions of classic rock & roll. Jamel, you brought many of us so much joy during the pandemic, by “keeping great music alive” as you used to say. My husband and I watched hundreds of your reaction videos and we still think about you when we hear certain songs (like Lola by the Kinks). ❤️❤️❤️
George Harrison was just as good by himself as he was when he was with the Beatles God knows that he has a real music artist in his heaven and multiverse and I can’t wait to get there and jam out with all the greats that he created and kept him for the world and for himself yeah man !!!!!
George always struck me as the most spiritual of the Beatles. They all went through the then-trendy eastern spirituality and philosophy phase in the 1960s, but I don't really think it was anything more than an experimentation for the others, whereas George really seemed to be spiritually motivated and a genuinely gentle soul. Such a shame he died relatively young. His life was cut short after he and his wife were attacked in 1999 in their own home by a mentally ill man. Although Harrison officially died of cancer, there's a general consensus among those that knew him that the traumatic effects of the attack - when he was stabbed multiple times, suffered a punctured lung and nearly died - left him much weaker and caused a relapse, leading to return of the cancer he had previously fought off. He died less than two years after the attack, at only 58.
Glad to see your back Jamal. You have to watch the George Harrison Tribute, they do this so song with Billy Preston on piano and everybody else from Clapton, McCartney, Ringo Starr and many more musician. Welcome back and enjoy!😎👍🎹🥁🎸🎼
One of the most beautiful faith-based songs that hit the mainstream!!
You’ve already reacted to “Jesus is just alright with me” and I’m assuming “Spirit In The Sky”
he is not referring to the christian faith
George Harrison was raised Catholic but discovered eastern spirituality in the 1960's. "My Sweet Lord" is a song that expresses his desire to really know and see God while in the creation. Another great spiritual song by Harrison is "Awaiting On You All".
Music is your happy place ; it's where you shine! I fell in love with your channel during the covid era and it was sad to see you drift away from those days. I do understand your frustration with getting blocked so often, so thank you for giving it another go!
He was also with the Traveling Wilburys
I was 12 years old when this song was released (1970) and I loved it from the first time I heard it. I’m 66 years old now and it’s still my #1 go-to song. I so wanted to have it played at my husband’s memorial service but wasn’t able to. Whenever I listen to this song I think of my husband and I pray he’s in a better place and having fun…until I get there. 💔
I just love ❤️ this song. RIP George
All Things Must Pass is considered the best Beatles solo album by many critics. Thanks for this! If you get a chance Jamel I’d love to hear your reaction to the new Billy Joel song / video Turn the Lights Back On.
George was the quiet spiritual Beatle. This will be on my "going home" playlist.
What an amazing gift to music. He is so missed. Thanks for this review.
One of the most beautiful songs of religious intent. It never really gets its due I feel, and I appreciate your thoughtful reaction on here. Nice job!
What Is Life 🎶❗( and.. Beware of Darkness )
George was found guilty of "Subconscious Plagiarism" in Court, as "My Sweet Lord" is extremely similar to the Ronnie Mack Classic "He's so fine".
That doesn't take anything away from the fact that this song is SO ICONIC!
“Extremely similar”
No it’s not there are some vague comparisons but this song is all George.
Great Beatle! Underrated! RIP GEORGE AND JOHN!❤️❤️❤️❤️
Beautiful song.
George was always a great soul!! Always mellow!
George was brought up Catholic, but I don't think he was particularly religious. Being a rather private person, the massive fame of The Beatles was hard for him to deal with. After being introduced to Ravi Shankar's music by David Crosby, he soon found that the music and the spirituality intertwined, and he found what he was looking for in Eastern religion. As others have mentioned, Billy Preston's version of My Sweet Lord at the Concert For George is excellent - it follows the same basic arrangement, but Billy's gospel influences turn it into a revival meeting at a church in Mississippi.
Good on you for reviewing the original mix as released in 1970. Others have reacted to the very dry 2000's mix, which is historically incorrect. This version as played by you has all the special elements that made it such a revelation and sensation on a.m. radio in 1970.
One of my favs⭐ Thank you so much, for reacting to it.😇
My Sweet Lord is a Hare Krishna , Check the lyric it is singing Hare Krishna, Hare Krishna, Hare Krishna
I'm so pleased you are reacting to music again.
All of the Beatles got imo Eastern religions in the mid to lat 60s, but George took it very seriously. He was a pretty introspective man. My favorite Beatle.
It's so amazing/awesome how powerful music can be! A music lover since conception growing up with a music lover/performer for a father who played/listened to everything except maybe poka🤷🏿, I'd heard this for years playing while riding in the car, but I TRULY heard this for the first time while my father was playing the album one day while he was relaxing in our living room back in 1979 and it's just been ingrained in my soul ever since watching my father mentally emerse himself into it! *I didn't grasp Dad's explanation until almost 6yrs later, but I've been musically diverse since then!!
my favorite song ever!!
I saw George Harrison, Ringo and Paul in concert, 3 great concerts. I wish I had the opportunity to have seen John Lennon perform, all of the Beatles were so fantastic together and solo. George and Ravi Shankar performed together, it was just amazing the guitar and sitar blend. I consider myself blessed to have witnessed his concert.
You're my favorite reactor Jamal, I once sent you a Steely Dan sweatshirt!
I fell off when you atopped reacting to music, so I'm glad to see you back doing it. 😊
Glad to see you back. this was always my fav from George RIP.
Have been watching you for a few years. Thanks for being a light and cheering me up sometimes when only music can do that (plus you jamming along). It has been a bit since I checked back in and I see a lot of other material.
Jamel, how do I find a playlist/section with only music reactions? Thanks ahead of time :).
This is a meditative song, a sunshine of a song.
Glad you're getting back to what you do best.
I absolutely LOVE this song!
'Loud with actions'. Great way to put it.
man the whole all things must pass album is fire
Jamal gets it... I'm 66 year old female, & as much as I'd love to be young again, if I had the chance, no way, the music I grew up on is amazing. Thank you Jamal for getting it & loving it.
I'M 63 same x
Such easy listening, takes me back to when I was a little girl ❤
This and What is Life are two of the most uplifting songs he did. Thanks for bringing this to a larger audience, Jamel.
Jamel ,
You are so awesome, glad to see you back.
You are such a beautiful and caring person. We love ❤️ your reactions.👍🙏❤️
Glad you are back. Missed you.