See Yourself

George Harrison

About See Yourself

"See Yourself" is a song by English musician George Harrison, released on his 1976 album Thirty Three & 1/3. Harrison began writing the song in 1967, while he was a member of the Beatles, in response to the public outcry surrounding bandmate Paul McCartney's admission that he had taken the hallucinogenic drug LSD. McCartney's announcement created a reaction in the press similar to that caused in 1966 by John Lennon's statement that the Beatles were more popular than Christianity. In its finished form, the song's lyrics advocate self-awareness and consideration for the consequences of one's actions. Musically, the composition contains unusual shifts in time signature from standard 4/4 to 9/8, while the songwords reflect the era of its genesis by recalling themes first espoused in the Beatles tracks "Within You Without You" and "All You Need Is Love". Harrison recorded "See Yourself" at his Friar Park home studio in Henley, Oxfordshire. The recording features extensive use of keyboard instruments, played by Billy Preston, Gary Wright and Harrison, the last of whom contributed one of the track's prominent synthesizer parts. On the album cover, Harrison dedicated the song to Paramahansa Yogananda, founder of the Self-Realization Fellowship and author of Autobiography of a Yogi. 


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1976
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It's easier to tell a lie than it is to tell the truth
It's easier to kill a fly than it is to turn it loose
It's easier to criticize somebody else
Than to see yourself

It's easier to give a sigh and be like all the rest
Who stand around and crucify you while you do your best
It's easier to see the books upon the shelf
Than to see yourself

It's easier to hurt someone and make them cry
Than it is to dry their eyes
I got tired of fooling around with other people's lies
Rather I'd find someone that's true

It's easier to say you won't than it is to feel you can
It's easier to drag your feet than it is to be a man
It's easier to look at someone eles's wealth
Than to see yourself

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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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10 facts about this song

Album Release
"See Yourself" is a song from the album "Thirty Three & 1/3" by George Harrison. This album was George's seventh solo studio album and was released in November 1976.
Song Creation
The song "See Yourself" had been written by George Harrison a couple of years before including it in the album "Thirty Three & 1/3". It was written in 1974 just before his "Dark Horse" tour.
Lyrics Inspiration
The song was inspired by a statement made by comedian Peter Sellers during a conversation with Harrison, who stated, "Remember, it’s just you putting yourself through it.”
Song Genre
Much like the majority of Harrison's work, "See Yourself" falls under the genre of Rock, specifically Soft Rock/Pop Rock.
Album Features
The album "Thirty Three & 1/3" on which "See Yourself" is included is notable because it was the first album from George Harrison that was released on his own record label, Dark Horse Records.
Song Theme
The song is about individual accountability and introspection. It calls for personal change to improve the world around us.
Musical Style
The track "See Yourself" follows the same upbeat, rhythmic pattern that is distinctive of George Harrison's musical style. It features a slide guitar solos, a signature style associated with Harrison.
Group Contribution
The song, like the rest of the album, includes contributions from notable musicians such as Billy Preston and David Foster.
Critical Reception
Generally the album received mixed reviews, but tracks like "See Yourself" gained appreciation for their insightful lyrics and Harrison's unique musical style.
Song Distinction
"See Yourself" is an example of Harrison’s philosophical and spiritual side, bearing the clear influence of his interest in Eastern religions and philosophy.

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