That's the Way It Goes
George Harrison
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There's a man talking on the radio What he's saying I don't really know Seems he's lost some stocks and shares Stops and stares He's afraid I know That's the way it goes There's a man talking of the promised land He'll acquire it with some Krugerrand Subdivide and deal it out Feel his clout He can stoop so low And that's the way it goes There's an actor who hopes to fit the bill Sees a shining city on a hill Step up close and see he's blind Wined and dined All he has is pose And that's the way it goes There's a fire that burns away the lies Manifesting in the spiritual eye Though you won't understand the way I feel You conceal, all there is to know That's the way it goes
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Written by: George Harrison
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7 facts about this song
Composition & RecordingGeorge Harrison composed the song "That's the Way It Goes" and it is included in Harrison's 1981 album "Somewhere in England".
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Lyrics & ThemesThe lyrics contain deep cynicism toward the world's cruelty and injustices.
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Album ContextInitially, Warner Bros. Records rejected the album due to lack of commercial hits. Later, after the murder of John Lennon, Harrison revised the album to include tribute songs for Lennon, but "That's the Way It Goes" remained untouched.
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Production & CollaborationThe song was produced under the wings of George Harrison himself and Ray Cooper.
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Genre & StyleThe genre of the song is Rock, and it's noted for its distinctive slide guitar solo, showcasing Harrison's signature sound.
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Reception & ReviewsAlthough it wasn't released as a single, the song has received positive feedback from critics over time, praising its honest and stoic perspective on worldly affairs.
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Covers & PerformancesDespite not having charted, the song has been covered by artists such as Joe Brown, notably at the Concert for George in 2002, a memorial concert for Harrison.
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