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Thirty Three & 1/3

George Harrison · 1976

39 min · 10 tracks · folk rock · psychedelic rock · beat music

A warm blend of introspective lyrics and melodic craftsmanship wrapped in Harrison's soothing vocals and subtle instrumentation.

Why listen to this

Best for
steady mid-tempo reflective moments introspective lyrics for quiet evenings warm melodies for leisurely afternoons
Context
By the time 'Thirty Three & 1/3' was released in January 1976, George Harrison was navigating his post-Beatles career. This album marked his first release after the critically acclaimed 'Living in the Material World' and showcased a more playful side of his songwriting, further solidifying his artistic independence.
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folk rock, psychedelic rock, beat music

Thirty Three & 1/3 is an album by George Harrison, released in 1976. A warm blend of introspective lyrics and melodic craftsmanship wrapped in Harrison's soothing vocals and subtle instrumentation. 'Thirty Three & 1/3' reached No. 11 on the Billboard 200, demonstrating Harrison's continued commercial viability. The album features the hit single 'This Song,' which cleverly addressed copyright issues while receiving positive critical reception for its catchy melody and lyrical wit. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Thirty Three & 1/3 sound like?

A warm blend of introspective lyrics and melodic craftsmanship wrapped in Harrison's soothing vocals and subtle instrumentation. Rooted in folk rock and psychedelic rock.

What makes Thirty Three & 1/3 by George Harrison notable?

'Thirty Three & 1/3' reached No. 11 on the Billboard 200, demonstrating Harrison's continued commercial viability. The album features the hit single 'This Song,' which cleverly addressed copyright issues while receiving positive critical reception for its catchy melody and lyrical wit. By the time 'Thirty Three & 1/3' was released in January 1976, George Harrison was navigating his post-Beatles career. This album marked his first release after the critically acclaimed 'Living in the Material World' and showcased a more playful side of his songwriting, further solidifying his artistic independence.

Who is Thirty Three & 1/3 for?

Thirty Three & 1/3 works well if you're into steady mid-tempo reflective moments, introspective lyrics for quiet evenings and warm melodies for leisurely afternoons.

How many songs are on Thirty Three & 1/3?

Thirty Three & 1/3 has 10 tracks, running approximately 39 minutes.

Tracklist

10 tracks·39:15

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Woman Don’t You Cry for Me Standout 3:18
  • 2 Dear One 5:08
  • 3 Beautiful Girl 3:42
  • 4 This Song Standout 4:14
  • 5 See Yourself 2:51
  • 6 It’s What You Value 5:08
  • 7 True Love 2:44
  • 8 Pure Smokey 3:55
  • 9 Crackerbox Palace Standout 3:58
  • 10 Learning How to Love You 4:13

Release Date

January 1, 1976

Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

39 min 15 sec