Released 50 years ago
This Song
George Harrison · 1976
8 min · 2 tracks · folk rock
A playful blend of folk rock and pop with witty lyrics, showcasing Harrison's signature melodic charm.
Top tracks — play these first
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This Song — The title track cleverly critiques the absurdity of copyright discussions through a catchy melody that echoes elements of earlier popular songs without direct imitation.
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Learning How to Love You — This track features a more introspective side of Harrison, showcasing his ability to merge personal emotion with universal themes of love and connection.
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — A notable single that showcases Harrison's style but isn't a primary catalog entry.
- Themes
- music industry satire· copyright absurdity
- Career context
- Released in 1976, This Song came during a period of artistic exploration for George Harrison after his successful solo debut, All Things Must Pass. Following the disbandment of The Beatles, Harrison was carving out a distinct identity and sound as a solo artist, using humor and introspection to address music industry concerns.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jeff Lynne· David Crosby· Nick Drake
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 This Song 3:45
- 2 Learning How to Love You 4:15
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Still Crazy After All These Years
Paul Simon
Shares introspective lyrics and a blend of folk and pop with a playful yet reflective tone.
Goodnight Vienna
Ringo Starr
Features humorous lyrics and a light-hearted approach, echoing Harrison's satirical take on the music scene.
Tea for the Tillerman
Cat Stevens
Combines melodic charm and folk influences with introspective storytelling, akin to Harrison's style.
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