My Sweet Lord

Peggy Lee

About My Sweet Lord

"My Sweet Lord" is a song by English musician George Harrison, released in November 1970 on his triple album All Things Must Pass. It was also released as a single, Harrison's first as a solo artist, and topped charts worldwide; it was the biggest-selling single of 1971 in the UK. In America and Britain, the song was the first number-one single by an ex-Beatle. Harrison originally gave the song to his fellow Apple Records artist Billy Preston to record; this version, which Harrison co-produced, appeared on Preston's Encouraging Words album in September 1970. Harrison wrote "My Sweet Lord" in praise of the Hindu god Krishna, while intending the lyrics as a call to abandon religious sectarianism through his blending of the Hebrew word hallelujah with chants of "Hare Krishna" and Vedic prayer. The recording features producer Phil Spector's Wall of Sound treatment and heralded the arrival of Harrison's slide guitar technique, which one biographer described as "musically as distinctive a signature as the mark of Zorro". Preston, Ringo Starr, Eric Clapton, and the group Badfinger are among the other musicians on the recording. 


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1971
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My sweet lord
Hm, my lord
Hm, my lord

I really want to see you
Really want to be with you
Really want to see you lord
But it takes so long, my lord

My sweet lord
Hm, my lord
Hm, my lord

I really want to know you
Really want to go with you
Really want to show you lord
That it wont take long, my lord (hallelujah)

My sweet lord (hallelujah)
Hm, my lord (hallelujah)
My sweet lord (hallelujah)

I really want to see you
Really want to see you
Really want to see you, lord
Really want to see you, lord
But it takes so long, my lord (hallelujah)

My sweet lord (hallelujah)
Hm, my lord (hallelujah)
My, my, my lord (hallelujah)

I really want to know you (hallelujah)
Really want to go with you (hallelujah)
Really want to show you lord (aaah)
That it wont take long, my lord (hallelujah)

Hmm (hallelujah)
My sweet lord (hallelujah)
My, my, lord (hallelujah)

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Peggy Lee

Peggy Lee (May 26, 1920 – January 21, 2002) was an American jazz and popular music singer, songwriter, composer, and actress in a career spanning six decades. From her beginning as a vocalist on local radio to singing with Benny Goodman's big band, she forged a sophisticated persona, evolving into a multi-faceted artist and performer. She wrote music for films, acted, and created conceptual record albums—encompassing poetry, jazz, chamber pop, and art songs. more »

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My Sweet Lord" Background
"My Sweet Lord" is a song by English musician George Harrison, released in November 1970 on his multi-platinum triple album "All Things Must Pass". - Harrison originally gave the song to his fellow Apple Records artist Billy Preston. - The song is primarily known for being the first #1 hit by a solo Beatle. - Besides Harrison and Preston, numerous artists have covered the song, including Jim James, Johnny Mathis, and Peggy Lee.
Billy Preston's Version
Preston's version of "My Sweet Lord" was included in his 1970 album "Encouraging Words". - Preston initially recorded the song during the late 1969 sessions for his and Harrison's joint album.
George Harrison's Version
Harrison's version was released as the lead single from "All Things Must Pass", reaching #1 on charts worldwide. - The song marked Harrison's first post-Beatles solo single. - It's noted for its blending of religious themes, with its lyrics primarily having a Hindu focus, but incorporating Christian phrases.
Jim James' Version
Jim James, frontman of American rock band My Morning Jacket, covered "My Sweet Lord" on his 2009 solo EP "Tribute To", a tribute to George Harrison. - James' cover was noted for its authenticity and faithfulness to the original.
Johnny Mathis's Version
Johnny Mathis, noted for his smooth vocal style, covered the song for his 1971 album "You've Got a Friend". - Mathis is known for his pop and soft rock take on the song.
Peggy Lee's Version
Peggy Lee, a popular jazz singer, covered "My Sweet Lord" in 1970, emphasizing the song's spiritual qualities. - Lee's version incorporated a slower tempo and a jazz-inflected arrangement.
Copyright Infringement Controversy
Interesting fact about "My Sweet Lord" was that its release was surrounded by a legal controversy. George Harrison was sued for copyright infringement by the copyright owners of the Chiffons' hit "He's So Fine". - A US federal court ruled that Harrison had subconsciously plagiarized the earlier song.
Awards and Recognition
Despite its legal controversy, "My Sweet Lord" has received numerous awards and recognition, including being ranked #460 on Rolling Stone's list of "The 500 Greatest Songs of All Time". - In 2004, it was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame.

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