Dear One

George Harrison

About Dear One

"Dear One" is a song by English musician George Harrison, released in 1976 on his album Thirty Three & 1/3. The song was inspired by, and dedicated to, Paramahansa Yogananda, whose book Autobiography of a Yogi was a great influence on Harrison. Aside from keyboard player Richard Tee, Harrison plays all the instruments on the recording.


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1976
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Dear One near me - truth assessed
Reborn worldwise - mind at rest
True heart sow you - God has blessed
Your soul whispers - love confessed

My spirit sings to you now
Creation stands at your feet
My feelings call to you now
Dear One I love (a) you

You hear my spirit sing to you
You see creation at your feet
You feel my feelings calling you
You know Dear One I love (a) you

Dear One show me - simple Grace
Move me toward Thee - with each pace

My spirit sings to you now
Creation stands at your feet
My feelings call to you now
Dear One I love (a) you

You hear my spirit sing to you
You see creation at your feet
You feel my feelings calling you
You know Dear One I love (a) you

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George Harrison

George HarrisonMBE (25 February 1943 – 29 November 2001) was an English musician, singer and songwriter who achieved international fame as the lead guitarist of the Beatles. Often referred to as the "quiet Beatle", Harrison over time became an admirer of Indian culture and mysticism, introducing it to the other Beatles, as well as to their Western audience. Following the band's break-up, enjoyed a successful solo career, and in 1988 he co-founded the supergroup the Traveling Wilburys, with Tom Petty, Bob Dylan, Jeff Lynne and Roy Orbison. Rolling Stone magazine ranked Harrison number 11 in their list of the "100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time". more »

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Written by: George Harrison

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10 facts about this song

Album Appearance
"Dear One” is a song from George Harrison’s 1976 album “Thirty Three & 1/ॐ”.
Spiritual Inspiration
The song is deemed as a personal reflection of George Harrison's spiritual quest in Krishna Consciousness, showcasing his profound faith in the Hare Krishna tradition.
Dedication
The song is written in dedication to Prabhupada, the founder of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) whom Harrison greatly respected.
Context of Creation
The song was written after Prabhupada’s death, reflecting Harrison's mourning and appreciation for his spiritual mentor.
Unique Composition
The song utilizes unique elements including a mixture of acoustic, electric and slide guitar work by Harrison which shows his musical versatility.
Personal Evolution
The song shows Harrison’s growth as an artist and individual, linking his music career closely with his spiritual journey.
Album Performance
Even though "Dear One" was not released as a single, “Thirty Three & 1/ॐ” which houses the song, reached No. 11 in the UK and No. 25 on the Billboard Top LPs & Tapes chart in 1977.
Appreciated by Fans
Despite not being as popular as some of his other singles, "Dear One" holds a special place in the hearts of many fans who appreciate the depth of its spiritual meaning.
Collaboration
The production of the song, along with the whole album was done in collaboration with Tom Scott, an American saxophonist, composer, and arranger.
Legacy
Through "Dear One", Harrison continued to push the boundaries of popular music, bringing high concepts of spirituality into the realm of mainstream rock.

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