George Harrison launched his solo career with remarkable force. All Things Must Pass debuted in the U.S. on Nov. 27, 1970, emerging as an ambitious triple-album packed with more than 20 tracks. It featured several standout hits but also a handful of songs that didn’t quite land.
Many of these pieces had been held back during Harrison’s Beatles years, when John Lennon and Paul McCartney’s partnership dominated the band’s albums. Some songs were born out of the tension and disillusionment that marked the Beatles’ messy split.
Other tracks reflected Harrison’s deepening spiritual interests, capturing the shift in his personal beliefs and worldview. His journey toward Eastern philosophy left a clear imprint on the music and lyrical themes.
In contrast, a few selections were more spontaneous, coming from casual studio jams rather than carefully crafted sessions. These looser recordings added variety but didn’t always carry the same impact as the more developed material.
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