George Harrison’s sweet guitar solo from Something by the Beatles

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  • @fish_skid3057
    @fish_skid3057 Před 2 lety +659

    You're one of the few guitarists that really are taking full advantage of shorts and I feel like your channel is really going to benefit off of it.

    • @anthonyparkernearlifeexp
      @anthonyparkernearlifeexp  Před 2 lety +57

      Thanks dude! I hope so, because CZcams has no interest in my longer form videos!

    • @2v_5r84
      @2v_5r84 Před 2 lety +7

      @@anthonyparkernearlifeexp That’s a bummer. I really enjoy your videos

    • @BeatlesCentricUniverse
      @BeatlesCentricUniverse Před 2 lety

      @@anthonyparkernearlifeexp Love your channel!

    • @McNair-eo8ee
      @McNair-eo8ee Před 2 lety

      @@anthonyparkernearlifeexp think you should clarify this solo was originally performed by Eric Clapton, not George Harrison

    • @anthonyparkernearlifeexp
      @anthonyparkernearlifeexp  Před 2 lety +8

      @@McNair-eo8ee that’s not correct. You’re thinking of while my guitar gently weeps

  • @nicholasdibari9095
    @nicholasdibari9095 Před 2 lety +463

    George Harrison is the epitome of “less is more“ He didn’t shred like Jimi Hendrix or Eric Clapton but that’s not what was needed for the Beatles what he provided was just right. Nothing flashy just the right notes and executed them perfectly.

    • @patrickbush9526
      @patrickbush9526 Před 2 lety +35

      You're absolutely right Nicholas they were able to accentuate each other instead of spotlighting themselves individually that's what made the Beatles a force to be reckoned with

    • @Jzap44
      @Jzap44 Před 2 lety +32

      And as a result, the solos are not so wearing on the ear. And timeless

    • @lightningleaf23
      @lightningleaf23 Před 2 lety +7

      Only problem in that assessment is the solo is done by Eric Clapton

    • @justanotherrandomcrit8115
      @justanotherrandomcrit8115 Před 2 lety +54

      @@lightningleaf23 No it's not. While My Guitar Gently Weeps was done by Clapton.

    • @lightningleaf23
      @lightningleaf23 Před 2 lety +1

      @@justanotherrandomcrit8115 don’t know what you are writing but Clapton performed the solo. That’s a fact and there’s plenty of sources backing it up

  • @garrypscaife
    @garrypscaife Před 5 měsíci +6

    This is the best rendition of George's solo I've heard. Congratulations 🎊 👏

  • @jimmygutarthn5821
    @jimmygutarthn5821 Před 2 lety +94

    This guitar solo is so beautiful and it’s like the sound of being in love with the love of your love you know.

  • @SG13232
    @SG13232 Před 2 lety +158

    This solo really emphasizes how good Harrison was. Didn’t need to be fast or in your face but it’s one of the most tasty and “from the soul” solos ever

    • @ronnyrono782
      @ronnyrono782 Před rokem +1

      Clapton played it

    • @oop_2530
      @oop_2530 Před rokem +7

      ​@@ronnyrono782 Except he didn't??? Clapton did the solos for WMGGW but that's the only Beatles song he was on.

    • @markweber1677
      @markweber1677 Před rokem +2

      Some have called me a shredder, LOL and, I couldn't agree with you more freaking beautiful melodic well thought out soulful licks I can think of. Rip George

    • @markweber1677
      @markweber1677 Před rokem

      I have to add, that was a very well written and thought out comment yourself sir!

    • @ronnyrono782
      @ronnyrono782 Před rokem +2

      @@oop_2530
      In a 1970s guitar player interview, Eric said he thought Harrison was more than capable of playing the solo but he did it as a favor. They also discussed his playing the famous wawa part of, While My Guitar Gently Weeps

  • @patrickbush9526
    @patrickbush9526 Před 2 lety +138

    George Harrison one of the greatest guitar players of all time

    • @laboiamma
      @laboiamma Před 2 lety +7

      Agreed, his ability to play what sounded right rather than what sounded impressive helped the Beatles become one of the best to ever do it

    • @patrickbush9526
      @patrickbush9526 Před 2 lety +3

      Right on right on Sebastian

    • @carlbaumeister3439
      @carlbaumeister3439 Před 2 lety +5

      His solo on Let it Be (album version, the more raucous one) is probably my favorite solo of all time!

    • @patrickbush9526
      @patrickbush9526 Před rokem +1

      @@carlbaumeister3439 it's perfect in every way

    • @Dmitry-SPB.RU1968
      @Dmitry-SPB.RU1968 Před rokem

      и ещё, он был учителем игры на гитаре у одного очкастого придурка ;)

  • @gordie225
    @gordie225 Před 2 lety +166

    One of the most beautiful solos ever!

  • @IsratJahan-th3fo
    @IsratJahan-th3fo Před 2 lety +58

    Can hear harrison's voice in my head
    Well played on the guitar friend

    • @DJRhinoShow
      @DJRhinoShow Před 2 lety +1

      Yes, that's his trademark guitar tone.

  • @SeanMillea
    @SeanMillea Před 2 lety +36

    Seeing it like this makes me appreciate it so much more

  • @fender.munoz7
    @fender.munoz7 Před 2 lety +56

    When every note counts

  • @mrcarloselche248
    @mrcarloselche248 Před 2 lety +30

    I always tend to think this is the most beautiful guitar solo of all time. It forms an integral part in itself of the song.

  • @Skanda1111
    @Skanda1111 Před 2 lety +19

    You played it so well. Smooth. George always knew what notes to use and how.

  • @BeatlesCentricUniverse
    @BeatlesCentricUniverse Před 2 lety +54

    The notes, the feel, the tone and the execution are all PERFECT.

  • @SeanMillea
    @SeanMillea Před 2 lety +6

    Beautiful!

  • @marcelocunha1705
    @marcelocunha1705 Před rokem +4

    This solo is beautiful

  • @user-ge3oy1vl6v
    @user-ge3oy1vl6v Před 2 lety +114

    Thank you for respecting how George played the solo and not improvising

    • @MoreCovers
      @MoreCovers Před 2 lety +12

      Well, that wouldn't be "disrespecting it" anyways. It would still be a rendition to the original work just adding a little bit of his own. However, I can agree that's the perfect solo for that song.

    • @jibbstriespc5106
      @jibbstriespc5106 Před 2 lety +3

      The way he played it is beautiful, and it would have been beautiful with improv too

    • @McNair-eo8ee
      @McNair-eo8ee Před 2 lety

      Ffs, Clapton played it! Not Harrison!!!

    • @jibbstriespc5106
      @jibbstriespc5106 Před 2 lety +7

      @@McNair-eo8ee you’re thinking of while my guitar gently weeps, Harrison played the solo on something

    • @gore1089
      @gore1089 Před rokem

      How beautifully it all fits together.
      Notice how we all know exactly the next note coming.

  • @ziqianli8057
    @ziqianli8057 Před 2 lety +25

    melts my heart

  • @marcusbetancourt3760
    @marcusbetancourt3760 Před 2 lety +9

    George was in my opinion the best guitar player of the Beatles.

  • @jiminycrint
    @jiminycrint Před rokem +2

    It’s a work of art …

  • @stevebonafede2777
    @stevebonafede2777 Před rokem +1

    one of the most beautiful songs ever written

  • @Gykolove
    @Gykolove Před rokem +1

    One of the most beautiful guitar solos ever!! 👍🏽👍🏻🎸

  • @alex_1637
    @alex_1637 Před 2 lety +2

    Maestro George.
    Thanks for to share!.

  • @joemorrow7691
    @joemorrow7691 Před 2 lety +3

    Underrated
    Thanks for sharing

  • @glennorris5821
    @glennorris5821 Před 2 lety +1

    Watching this seemingly so simple music making on a guitar makes me feel as though I had known George Harrison from even before the Beatles became the very heartland of that we all now know as contemporary music...gorgeous?...I don't think there's a single word beautiful enough to describe just what's going on in my old heart whilst I listen...totally absorbed and extremely thankful that it all happened within my very own lifespan...WOW!

    • @glennorris5821
      @glennorris5821 Před 2 lety +1

      And please notice the way he moves those strings from side to side to achieve even more from such a wonderful guitar piece...love you George...Glen Norris, nmmh!

  • @nickstepanow1060
    @nickstepanow1060 Před 2 lety +4

    I can feel your heart in this.....well done

  • @marlenef777
    @marlenef777 Před rokem +2

    This is as enjoyable to watch as it is to hear. Thank you. Those string bends are mesmerizing. RIP George ❤️

  • @danielmoore62
    @danielmoore62 Před rokem +1

    Harrison was such an amazing writer and performer.

  • @l.l.c.
    @l.l.c. Před 2 lety +6

    My favorite Beatle.

  • @SkrvnHiptR77
    @SkrvnHiptR77 Před 2 lety +12

    Sweet run! Thanks for sharing, gonna learn this tonight!

  • @armandobanal5802
    @armandobanal5802 Před 2 lety +8

    Wow after this interlude I want to shout:
    You're asking me will my love grow
    I don't know ooh I don't know.

  • @BUTCH6780
    @BUTCH6780 Před 2 lety +6

    The best solo
    RIP George

  • @josephantonich6061
    @josephantonich6061 Před 2 lety +10

    R I P George we love you

  • @drlarsson3585
    @drlarsson3585 Před rokem +1

    Extremely beautiful! ❤️🌹🙏

  • @enrinunes
    @enrinunes Před 8 měsíci +1

    this solo makes me fell like i'm in love

  • @faustocanete9692
    @faustocanete9692 Před rokem +1

    Sarap ulit uliting pakingan🥰

  • @is_what_it_is
    @is_what_it_is Před rokem

    I could listen to this over and over, it just never gets old, same with the sliding lick on "I'm not the one" from The Cars.

  • @garyroberts1560
    @garyroberts1560 Před 9 měsíci

    Gorgeous rendition of a gorgeous solo from the greatest love song of all time!

  • @HappyBear376
    @HappyBear376 Před 2 lety +29

    That was beautifuly played sir.

  • @isolda980
    @isolda980 Před 29 dny

    Beautiful, full of emotion & perfect! Thank you!❤

  • @god6196
    @god6196 Před 2 lety +1

    Flawless👌

  • @logan_e
    @logan_e Před 2 lety +4

    I'm really enjoying these more melodic riffs, you're a treasure and going to experience explosive growth my man! Thanks again!

  • @ronaldelliott4373
    @ronaldelliott4373 Před rokem

    George knew melody and logic are what make solos memorable.

  • @lashamartashvili
    @lashamartashvili Před 2 lety +2

    I appreciate your approach to the legendary guitarists and riffs. I love this song and consider it the absolutely best of the whole beatles repertoire.

  • @pauly165
    @pauly165 Před 10 měsíci

    A beautiful masterpiece.

  • @markknudsen9611
    @markknudsen9611 Před 2 lety +1

    Absolutely Beautiful ❤️

  • @josephstone5475
    @josephstone5475 Před rokem

    Such a beautiful song

  • @stephencurry4964
    @stephencurry4964 Před 3 měsíci

    Underrated solo soo beautiful 😢❤

  • @internetroyalty
    @internetroyalty Před rokem

    One of my favourite guitar solos!

  • @benesouza5371
    @benesouza5371 Před 2 lety +2

    My favorite beatle george harrison

  • @jazzyboy7784
    @jazzyboy7784 Před rokem

    Absolutely beautiful...

  • @kennethkilleen8758
    @kennethkilleen8758 Před 2 lety +3

    One thing playing in another level writing it.

  • @roostercogburn6469
    @roostercogburn6469 Před 2 lety +2

    Very, very, very NICE!

  • @locksmithdb5987
    @locksmithdb5987 Před rokem

    One of the greatest love songs of all time, in my opinion.

  • @stevehebert5844
    @stevehebert5844 Před rokem

    Once again thank you for the demo...
    👍👍👍

  • @ansc6472
    @ansc6472 Před 2 lety +3

    George was a decorator on guitar

  • @williamfinamore4623
    @williamfinamore4623 Před rokem +4

    George ...My Favorite Beatle

  • @claudiaqueirolo2536
    @claudiaqueirolo2536 Před rokem

    Absolutely perfect. Miss you, George.

  • @CHlEFFIN
    @CHlEFFIN Před 2 lety +2

    Very well executed sir - bravo👏🏽
    Cheers from Texas.🤠

  • @JAMESHJRROUSE
    @JAMESHJRROUSE Před 2 lety +3

    Nice job sir. George would be smiling 😃.

  • @tomcartwright7134
    @tomcartwright7134 Před rokem

    George was a sublime musician and composer.

  • @harvey1954
    @harvey1954 Před rokem

    A melodic solo made to order. Not fast or scaly, but something that adorns the song and then moves on once the job is done.

  • @gore1089
    @gore1089 Před rokem

    Harrison was a genius..
    And he was just getting going.
    Peace 🌹

  • @rosalindamartinez9634

    BEAUTIFUL DONE. SO PRECIOUS TO ME IT SOUNDS GREAT!!

  • @thehillbillyhoarder4996

    Thank you for sharing this with us

  • @sniffableandirresistble
    @sniffableandirresistble Před 2 lety +2

    Consciousness giving rise to Consciousness

  • @robinaanensen
    @robinaanensen Před rokem

    One of the best love songs n we never hear the words I love you

  • @kennethlippertshauser3376

    You got it brother thanks for sharing

  • @JM-zq9em
    @JM-zq9em Před rokem

    Wow! You nailed the nuances on this one! By the way, your shorts are very inspiring. They always remind me of songs I never learned all the way through and often get me to take another shot at forgotten favorite songs..

  • @ericplaysbass
    @ericplaysbass Před rokem

    Outstanding! You and him.

  • @DHarri9977
    @DHarri9977 Před rokem

    Just beautiful, nuff said

  • @Thedailysideshow
    @Thedailysideshow Před rokem

    One of the best Beatles songs. My favorite.
    Thanks for posting this.

  • @elizabethdeming3023
    @elizabethdeming3023 Před 2 lety +4

    Frank Sinatra said something was the best love song you ever heard! The second was Layla!

  • @garyhillman4993
    @garyhillman4993 Před rokem +1

    One if not the greatest ever Beatles song

  • @billysheppard6091
    @billysheppard6091 Před 2 lety +3

    Wow that was smooth.nice..i watched it two times..

  • @someguywithadog3239
    @someguywithadog3239 Před rokem

    well that solo was something a masterpiece

  • @andrewstubbs822
    @andrewstubbs822 Před 2 lety +1

    Not an easy solo to replicate. Excellent.

  • @starjunkie5328
    @starjunkie5328 Před rokem

    Great hands and ears, my friend. I enjoy your posts, keep them coming. They help me to re-discover things that I may have missed or to see a riff or lead differently. It ain't the music, but it's how you play it. Been playing for over 50 years and I still consider myself very much a student. I never want to stop learning this wonderful instrument.

  • @arielgon3173
    @arielgon3173 Před rokem

    Bruh those strings are bending as smooth as butter

  • @wtf2013peru
    @wtf2013peru Před rokem

    Toda la cancion es hermosa... y el solo de guitarra de George es genial... gracias por publicar

  • @doctorlawrence4676
    @doctorlawrence4676 Před 2 lety +1

    Love it man

  • @john4886
    @john4886 Před rokem

    Thank You for honoring the
    Beatles!

  • @JohnnyBgood548
    @JohnnyBgood548 Před 5 měsíci

    That's guitar solo excellence right there!

  • @francescobondini3051
    @francescobondini3051 Před 2 lety +9

    How did CZcams know that I listened the Abbey Road vinyl just this morning?

  • @chrisrobling
    @chrisrobling Před rokem

    So beautiful

  • @tyronewhitehead3123
    @tyronewhitehead3123 Před 2 lety +1

    Stunning

  • @antoniopadilla6100
    @antoniopadilla6100 Před rokem

    Beautiful song

  • @flippydippy6587
    @flippydippy6587 Před 6 měsíci

    I think this is one of the best solos of all time

  • @Nina5144
    @Nina5144 Před rokem

    Absolutely wonderful- George was the best

  • @rumplestillskin6157
    @rumplestillskin6157 Před rokem

    Spot On playing.

  • @markweber1677
    @markweber1677 Před rokem

    Wow, really nice job playing that lick brother! And I love your Strat man! Great job!

  • @jessyalphonsejessy8042

    So Beautiful

  • @jewsco
    @jewsco Před rokem

    Well done sir to arguably the greatest love song ever written

  • @johnfritz5903
    @johnfritz5903 Před rokem

    Deft. Profound. Beautiful.

  • @charlesoneil1899
    @charlesoneil1899 Před rokem

    That was great!

  • @andyjacobs28
    @andyjacobs28 Před rokem

    Gorgeous.

  • @noonetime8478
    @noonetime8478 Před rokem

    Very sensible choice of notes and placement. Thats how good a musician george was.

  • @williamwalsh6282
    @williamwalsh6282 Před 2 lety

    George’s great melodic ideas…. Nicely done

  • @staffy1968
    @staffy1968 Před rokem

    Pretty flawless 👍🏻

  • @luckytanner1357
    @luckytanner1357 Před rokem

    George is in rock n roll heaven right now

  • @Blurple128
    @Blurple128 Před 2 lety

    Such a creative solo