“My Sweet Lord” was religious from the start. In his 1980 memoir, I Me Mine, George wrote that the Edwin Hawkins Singers’ funk and gospel version of the 18th-century hymn “Oh Happy Day” inspired him ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Harrison knew the song was both a departure and a commercial risk, both in its spiritual theme and its specific references to the ...

Major life events have significantly influenced musicians through the years, particularly in their musical and creative endeavors. For The Beatles’ George Harrison, one major life event influenced a ...

George Harrison added a special thank you to the gurus who helped him on his spiritual journey in the chorus of “My Sweet Lord.” They meant a lot to him and his personal and spiritual growth. George ...