Crackerbox Palace

George Harrison

About Crackerbox Palace

"Crackerbox Palace" is the ninth track on George Harrison's 1976 album, Thirty Three & 1/3. The song was released as the second single from the album and reached number 19 in the American pop charts.


Year:
1976
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I was so young when I was born
My eyes could not yet see
And by the time of my first dawn
Somebody holding me they said

I welcome you to Crackerbox Palace
We've been expecting you
You bring such joy in Crackerbox Palace
No matter where you roam know our love is true

While growing up or trying to
Not knowing where to start
I looked around for someone who
May help reveal my heart someone said

While you're a part of Cracerbox Palace
Do what the rest all do
Or face the fact that Crackerbox Palace
May have no other choice than to deport you

I welcome you to Crackerbox Palace
We've been expecting you
You bring us joy in Crackerbox Palace
No matter where you roam know our love is true

Sometimes are good sometimes are bad
That's all a part of life
And standing in between them all
I met a Mr. Grief - and he said

I welcome you to Crackerbox Palace
Was not expecting you
Let's rap and tap at Crackerbox Palace
Know that the Lord is well and inside of 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

Song Release
"Crackerbox Palace" was released in 1976 by George Harrison, one month after his album "Thirty Three & 1/ॐ" came out.
Song Inspiration
The song was inspired by George Harrison's visit to the home of Eric Idle's manager, Fred Seaman. Harrison found the house to be so unique and quirky, he referred to it as "Crackerbox Palace".
Album Performance
The song became one of the most popular ones from the album "Thirty Three & 1/ॐ", reaching No. 19 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States.
Music Video Director
The music video of "Crackerbox Palace" was made by the British comedian Eric Idle, a member of the comedy troupe Monty Python and a close friend of Harrison's.
Song Lyrics
The lyrics of the song are known for their humour and ambiguity, typical of Harrison's songwriting post-Beatles. He space unit of a baby and journeys through life filled with peculiar characters and experiences.
Song Style
Musically, "Crackerbox Palace" is a fusion of pop, rock, and Harrison’s signature slide guitar play.
First Live Performance
The first live performance of "Crackerbox Palace" was part of the November 20, 1976, episode of NBC's Saturday Night Live.
Single Release
"Crackerbox Palace" was the second single, following "This Song," released from the album.
Song Reception
It is often noted as one of Harrison's catchiest and most loved solo songs, despite its surreal lyrics.
Chart Success
Besides being a top 20 hit in the U.S., "Crackerbox Palace" also reached No. 9 on Canada's RPM Top 100 chart.

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