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Living in the Material World

George Harrison · 1973

43 min · 11 tracks · folk rock · psychedelic rock · beat music

A reflective journey through spirituality and earthly struggles, blending heartfelt melodies with profound lyrical insights.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo reflective journey
  • heartfelt melodies with depth
  • spiritual themes for introspection
  • consistent flow for focused listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of instant gratification
  • prefer upbeat, fast-paced tracks

Where this album fits

Themes
spiritual quest· post-Beatles reflection· material existence conflict· inner peace plea
Career context
Released on May 30, 1973, 'Living in the Material World' was George Harrison's fourth solo album, following his critically acclaimed 'All Things Must Pass.' At this point, he was transitioning from Beatle fame into a distinct identity as a solo artist, focusing on personal spirituality and social commentary.
Stylistic neighbors
Jeff Lynne· David Crosby· Nick Drake
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Imagine by John Lennon — Shares a similar introspective approach to spirituality and social commentary with heartfelt melodies.
Pink Moon by Nick Drake — Captures a reflective atmosphere with profound lyrical insights and a focus on existential themes.
Songs of Leonard Cohen by Leonard Cohen — Explores spiritual quests and inner peace through poetic lyrics and emotive melodies.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Give Me Love (Give Me Peace on Earth) 3:38
  • 2 Sue Me, Sue You Blues 4:49
  • 3 The Light That Has Lighted the World 3:31
  • 4 Don’t Let Me Wait Too Long 2:58
  • 5 Who Can See It 3:53
  • 6 Living in the Material World 5:31
  • 7 The Lord Loves the One (That Loves the Lord) 4:35
  • 8 Be Here Now 4:10
  • 9 Try Some Buy Some 4:09
  • 10 The Day the World Gets ’Round 2:53
  • 11 That Is All 3:43

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