If Not For You
George Harrison
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If not for you Babe, I couldn't even find the door I couldn't even see the floor I'd be sad and blue, if not for you If not for you Babe, the night would see me wide awake The day would surely have to break It would not be new, if not for you If not for you, my sky would fall Rain would gather, too Without your love I'd be nowhere at all I'd be lost, if not for you If not for you The winter would hold no spring Couldn't hear a robin sing I just wouldn't have a clue, if not for you If not for you, my sky would fall Rain would gather, too Without your love I'd be nowhere at all I'd be lost, if not for you If not for you The winter would hold no spring Couldn't hear a robin sing I just wouldn't have a clue, if not for you If not for you
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Written by: Bob Dylan
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Song Origin"If Not for You" is a song by American singer-songwriter Bob Dylan, from his 1970 album "New Morning".
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George Harrison CoverLater that same year, ex-Beatle member George Harrison did a well-received cover of the song for his first solo album "All Things Must Pass".
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Album Success"All Things Must Pass" topped the charts worldwide and Harrison's rendition of "If Not for You" was a big contributing factor to that success.
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Song CharacteristicThe song possesses a light, folksy feel that marked a departure from Dylan's previous work.
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Notable PerformancesBob Dylan and George Harrison performed the song together during the rehearsals for the Concert for Bangladesh in 1971, which is featured in the 2005 documentary, The Concert for Bangladesh.
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Olivia Newton-John VersionAustralian singer Olivia Newton-John also covered the song, and it became the title track for her 1971 debut album. Her version hit #1 on the Billboard Easy Listening chart and #25 on the Hot 100.
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Song InspirationIt is said that Bob Dylan wrote the song as a love letter, showcasing a more vulnerable side to his songwriting.
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Dylan's ViewsIn his book "Chronicle", Dylan spoke warmly of Harrison's cover of the song, praising its arrangement and Harrison's delivery.
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LegacyOver the years, "If Not For You" has been covered and performed by many artists across different music genres. It continues to be one of the most recognizable songs from Bob Dylan’s catalogue.
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RecognitionDespite its popularity, the song was not released as a single by either Bob Dylan or George Harrison. It was however, a staple in their live performances.
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