The Earth Wind And Fire version is, in my opinion, one of the only two Beatles covers that is better than the original ...that and maybe Joe Cocker's With A Little Help From My Friends.
Don't get me wrong, I am a massive Beatles fan and I find most covers of Beatles tunes a poor copy. The EWaF version of Got To Get You Into My Life is the version The Beatles would have done if they had thought of it. It is also the ONLY good thing that came out of The Bee Gees Sgt Pepper movie. But, hey. we all have different tastes.
It was about George finding he was in the UK's 'super-tax' bracket in which 95% of his income went to the tax office, leaving just 5% for him. I don't think it exists any more in Britain and pretty sure there's nothing like it in the US currently. This was just for the very wealthiest in society - but since the Beatles had only just entered that exalted sphere, having come from relatively poor, working class backgrounds, it was all a bit of a shock for them, and didn't seem fair when they had worked so hard for so long to get to where they were.
You have wonderful ears and insight sir. Love this one from George. I always appreciate the adage that George had the grand misfortune of being a great songwriter in a band with the two best. RIP Soul-of-the-Beatles.
I never considered that a misfortune. He didn't consider writing a song before joining the band, then was fortunate enough to attend a masterclass of songwriting. As the Get Back doc revealed, the Beatles helped each other on songs. George wrote his best stuff as a member of the band or immediately following the breakup.
just another day AND another GREAT song from the Beatles. They would usually give George a song or sometimes two per album and they were never a disappointment. I've been listening to these guys since the 60s and their music is still extremely unique. That's one of the reasons it stands the test of time and never ceases to amaze me.
You feel Ringo, huh? He's not flashy, but he's a legendary "playing in the pocket" drummer. He always knows just a little part that will fit into the song in such a tasty way!
The fiery lead guitar is Paul! Not a bad lead guitarist, is he? And he plays it with a vaguely Indian sound to this lead part. Fabulous Paul McCartney lead guitar piece, normally done by George, who sings lead here and who wrote this song, "with a little help from his friends".
I love you. I will give suggestions in the future and love watching you. Please take some of those because they will be weird. But I have faith that you will not disappoint me. You are authentic and I respect the shit out of that
Do "Old Brown Shoe" by the Beatles! Another George Harrison song, totally dope, and so different again from anything you've ever heard by the Beatles! Although it seems like we could say that about any track!
Most groups look for their sound, the Beatles seamed to say OK we did that what can we do now just to go to the next level. Never get the same old thing, always looking to give some thing different. That's what makes them the GOAT.
Stan, you know that Sir Paul is certainly at least one of the greatest bass players of all time. And when he does that work with the Beatles, it's absolutely irresistable!
Extra points is the Beatles Official Video of "Old Brown Shoe" which has truly the 5th Beatle, the only man to be a member of first the Beatles, then the Stones, the legendary Billy Preston, "The Hero of Get Back". John wanted him in the Beatles; Paul pushed back against the idea. But you should see the phenomenon that was Billy Preston when he joins the Beatles in recording both the Get Back sessions (to be come the "Let it Be" album), and Abbey Road, where Billy contributed some beautiful synthesizer work on George's monster Beatles song, "Here Comes the Sun".
Sorry but producer sir George Martin is the fifth Beatle, by rights of longevity and more participation, stuck with them all the way through, and participated in enabling their creativeness. Most producers would not have done that. Preston was a guest artist on the last two albums, a great musician, but hardly participated like Martin did in the full Beatles journey and creativeness.
@@thomastimlin1724 I think that argument has the merit of logic to it! I think your perception lays it out well as to the correct way to think about all of these complicated, collaborative relationship within the Beatles. One of the reasons I am now more open to this argument is when I found out that George Martin was playing the piano line on "Getting Better". Blew my mind when I learned that! Of course, his merits go far beyond a performance on a single song. George Martin, at least initially, was fundamental to their development and evolution as a band. That says a lot.
The Beatles have been such a significant part of my life, throughout my life. My world view would be radically different than it is now. So much more black and white. They brought the kind of color and meaning I so desperately wanted and need. Whenever I see a homeless person or a person alone, I think of Eleanor Rigby...Look at all the lonely people... Thanks guys. ❤
From my 2nd favorite Beatles album. This song came out of the fact that, after a certain amount of earnings, they were paying 95% of their income to the UK government. Apparently they weren't too pleased about that. 🙂 My favorite line is at the end - "My advice for those who die... declare the pennies on your eyes". Ouch!
The guitar solo on Taxman was also the guitar solo on another Revolver song "Tomorrow Never Knows" only played backwards! Tomorrow is well worth a reaction video as it is the Beatles most psychedelic and experimental song; also my favorite if forced to pick.
Had he been in any other group of the period he'd have had MANY songs on each album, but that's the price you pay for being in a band with Paul McCartney and John Lennon!
Bass also Paul. They would have overdubbed Paul doing the lead guitar as well. But that's definitely a Paul McCartney bassline special right there for that song!
Agree with "Got to Get You into my Life" next, with lots of thumbs up below. Beyond that, the Abbey Road medley starting with "You Never give me your money" to "The End" is an absolute can't miss (even though John disagreed}.
Hi Stan, I hope you are well. Would you please consider reacting to 'Gimme Some Truth' by John Lennon and the versions of 'Savoy Truffle' by The Beatles and Ella Fitzgerald on your RUclips channel? Those tracks are amazing. Thank you, and all the best.
Funny how people question how basic these guys are but they're not basic they have done and created some of the toughest music to redo even when people redo it like the rolling Stones are done and the who have done Beatles songs they don't sound as good in quality and that shows me that these Beatles are way more talented than these guys have come up and say they're tougher better know they're not they're just not I've known that because when I have heard and seeing live there remix of or covers a Beatles song terrible and muddy.
One of my favorite George Harrison songs. And a killer bass line and guitar solo from Sir Paul.❤
Trivia: What beatles song has two entirely different bass lines running at the same time.
Written and sung by favorite Beatle George Harrison, great reaction
Next Beatles song......Got to get you into my life
The Earth Wind And Fire version is, in my opinion, one of the only two Beatles covers that is better than the original ...that and maybe Joe Cocker's With A Little Help From My Friends.
@@tonycasey3183 Respectfully disagree. I love the original so so much. Far superior.
Don't get me wrong, I am a massive Beatles fan and I find most covers of Beatles tunes a poor copy. The EWaF version of Got To Get You Into My Life is the version The Beatles would have done if they had thought of it. It is also the ONLY good thing that came out of The Bee Gees Sgt Pepper movie. But, hey. we all have different tastes.
Revolver, song for song their best album
Guitar solo by Paul McCartney
Even more true today than it was 60 years ago. A banger about taxes!!!
It was about George finding he was in the UK's 'super-tax' bracket in which 95% of his income went to the tax office, leaving just 5% for him. I don't think it exists any more in Britain and pretty sure there's nothing like it in the US currently. This was just for the very wealthiest in society - but since the Beatles had only just entered that exalted sphere, having come from relatively poor, working class backgrounds, it was all a bit of a shock for them, and didn't seem fair when they had worked so hard for so long to get to where they were.
Way back memories. I grew up with their music and many others. I hope understand kids appreciate the older artist. Good job! 🎧🎤🫶👍🔥
You have wonderful ears and insight sir. Love this one from George. I always appreciate the adage that George had the grand misfortune of being a great songwriter in a band with the two best. RIP Soul-of-the-Beatles.
I never considered that a misfortune. He didn't consider writing a song before joining the band, then was fortunate enough to attend a masterclass of songwriting. As the Get Back doc revealed, the Beatles helped each other on songs. George wrote his best stuff as a member of the band or immediately following the breakup.
Song is 🔥🔥🔥!!!
George was just beginning to hone his songwriting skills
The song was 🔥🎸🔥
Revolver is my favorite Beatles album. A hidden gem from the album is And Your Bird Can Sing. Great reaction!
Great George song !!
Love your Beatles reactions Stan! I'm sold! Can't wait to watch THIS one!!!
Ha! The lyrics still apply today
just another day AND another GREAT song from the Beatles. They would usually give George a song or sometimes two per album and they were never a disappointment. I've been listening to these guys since the 60s and their music is still extremely unique. That's one of the reasons it stands the test of time and never ceases to amaze me.
Great LP opener, brilliant.
You feel Ringo, huh? He's not flashy, but he's a legendary "playing in the pocket" drummer. He always knows just a little part that will fit into the song in such a tasty way!
The fiery lead guitar is Paul! Not a bad lead guitarist, is he? And he plays it with a vaguely Indian sound to this lead part. Fabulous Paul McCartney lead guitar piece, normally done by George, who sings lead here and who wrote this song, "with a little help from his friends".
My Sweet George ❤❤🎸🎸🎸
I love you. I will give suggestions in the future and love watching you. Please take some of those because they will be weird. But I have faith that you will not disappoint me. You are authentic and I respect the shit out of that
Do "Old Brown Shoe" by the Beatles! Another George Harrison song, totally dope, and so different again from anything you've ever heard by the Beatles! Although it seems like we could say that about any track!
Most groups look for their sound, the Beatles seamed to say OK we did that what can we do now just to go to the next level. Never get the same old thing, always looking to give some thing different. That's what makes them the GOAT.
Stan, you know that Sir Paul is certainly at least one of the greatest bass players of all time. And when he does that work with the Beatles, it's absolutely irresistable!
More Beatles pls
Extra points is the Beatles Official Video of "Old Brown Shoe" which has truly the 5th Beatle, the only man to be a member of first the Beatles, then the Stones, the legendary Billy Preston, "The Hero of Get Back". John wanted him in the Beatles; Paul pushed back against the idea. But you should see the phenomenon that was Billy Preston when he joins the Beatles in recording both the Get Back sessions (to be come the "Let it Be" album), and Abbey Road, where Billy contributed some beautiful synthesizer work on George's monster Beatles song, "Here Comes the Sun".
Sorry but producer sir George Martin is the fifth Beatle, by rights of longevity and more participation, stuck with them all the way through, and participated in enabling their creativeness. Most producers would not have done that. Preston was a guest artist on the last two albums, a great musician, but hardly participated like Martin did in the full Beatles journey and creativeness.
@@thomastimlin1724 I think that argument has the merit of logic to it! I think your perception lays it out well as to the correct way to think about all of these complicated, collaborative relationship within the Beatles.
One of the reasons I am now more open to this argument is when I found out that George Martin was playing the piano line on "Getting Better". Blew my mind when I learned that! Of course, his merits go far beyond a performance on a single song. George Martin, at least initially, was fundamental to their development and evolution as a band. That says a lot.
First album I ever had was this album ,,,, Love It !!
The Beatles have been such a significant part of my life, throughout my life. My world view would be radically different than it is now. So much more black and white. They brought the kind of color and meaning I so desperately wanted and need. Whenever I see a homeless person or a person alone, I think of Eleanor Rigby...Look at all the lonely people...
Thanks guys. ❤
From my 2nd favorite Beatles album. This song came out of the fact that, after a certain amount of earnings, they were paying 95% of their income to the UK government. Apparently they weren't too pleased about that. 🙂 My favorite line is at the end - "My advice for those who die... declare the pennies on your eyes". Ouch!
The guitar solo on Taxman was also the guitar solo on another Revolver song "Tomorrow Never Knows" only played backwards! Tomorrow is well worth a reaction video as it is the Beatles most psychedelic and experimental song; also my favorite if forced to pick.
George Harrison was a great songwriter but unfortunately he had a hard time getting his music onto the albums
Had he been in any other group of the period he'd have had MANY songs on each album, but that's the price you pay for being in a band with Paul McCartney and John Lennon!
Bass part is cool, but pretty easy to play
Bass also Paul. They would have overdubbed Paul doing the lead guitar as well. But that's definitely a Paul McCartney bassline special right there for that song!
This song is still relevant today! Look at all the taxes we pay.
A song that's over 50 years old and it is still relevant today. We all detest the tax man.
Beatles answer to BATMAN
Once again very astute comments on a band he hasn’t grown up listening to
Agree with "Got to Get You into my Life" next, with lots of thumbs up below. Beyond that, the Abbey Road medley starting with "You Never give me your money" to "The End" is an absolute can't miss (even though John disagreed}.
Yep, so George passed the audition with you Stan? Lol.
Hi Stan, I hope you are well. Would you please consider reacting to 'Gimme Some Truth' by John Lennon and the versions of 'Savoy Truffle' by The Beatles and Ella Fitzgerald on your RUclips channel? Those tracks are amazing. Thank you, and all the best.
Paul McCartney plays the guitar solo here. From 1966! Was McCartney a better guitarist than Harrison? There's an argument there for sure.
No matter how many people praise McCartney he's still underrated. Such a talent.
Absolute bullshit!!!! A better case can be made that George was a better bass played than Paul.
Funny how people question how basic these guys are but they're not basic they have done and created some of the toughest music to redo even when people redo it like the rolling Stones are done and the who have done Beatles songs they don't sound as good in quality and that shows me that these Beatles are way more talented than these guys have come up and say they're tougher better know they're not they're just not I've known that because when I have heard and seeing live there remix of or covers a Beatles song terrible and muddy.
It's the first time ? Why?
There's no comparison to George Harrison!