Episode 268: Songs Under the Microscope, Vol. 38: "Here Comes the Sun" and "Here Comes the Moon" by George Harrison
About this episode
Dave and Chris explore George Harrison's songs 'Here Comes the Sun' and 'Here Comes the Moon' in detail.
In this episode, Dave and Chris take a two-for-one deep dive into George Harrison’s “Here Comes the Sun” and its lesser-known companion (or sequel?) “Here Comes the Moon.” We explore the songs’ origins, lyrics, inspiration, unique musical elements (Moog synthesizer!), Ringo’s problems playing the meter changes, and a surprise uncredited co-writer for "Here Comes the Moon." As usual, we mention notable covers — from the Concert for Bangladesh and SNL to versions by Nina Simone, Yusuf/Cat Stevens, Peter Tosh and more — and speculate as to why "Here Comes The Sun" is the most-streamed Beatles song while "Here Comes The Moon" is a hidden gem. Check out the links below to buy the items mentioned in the episode: Abbey Road (anniversary lp) https://amzn.to/4ykBw9a Let It Roll (vinyl) https://amzn.to/4gy0Ge4 George Harrison (vinyl) https://amzn.to/44WRSHq our Amazon Storefront https://a.co/d/02mzfR62 (As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases) Cover Songs mentioned in the episode: Here Comes the Sun (official video) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KQetemT1sWc Take 9 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oIt8GN2sr4I Lost guitar solo https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mMXDOWRUR7M…
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