How to Celebrate George Harrison's Birthday

George Harrison may not have been as widely revered as John Lennon and Paul McCartney. However, Harrison will forever be remembered for his work with the Beatles, his solo career and his many charitable contributions. Here are some ways you can celebrate George Harrison's birthday every Feb. 24th.

Instructions

1. Listen to some of the songs George Harrison wrote and sang while with the Beatles. “If I Needed Someone,” “If I Needed Someone,” “Within You Without You” and “Here Comes the Sun” are just a few of the many incredible songs Harrison penned for the group. Any George Harrison fan probably owns Beatles albums with Harrison's songs on them. But if you don't, you can find the album versions of these songs on websites such as YouTube.

2. If you don't own it already, buy Harrison's solo album “All Things Must Pass” and listen to it. A mistake many Beatles fans make is forgetting about the solo careers of the four band members. “All Things Must Pass” is looked upon by many fans as the greatest of any solo album from John, Paul, Ringo or George.

3. Spend sometime during the day in quiet meditation. George Harrison was known for his spirituality and faith. Whether you share the same beliefs as Harrison or believe in something different, use this time for yourself. Your “meditation” can be anything from prayer to quiet reflection to actual meditation.

4. Use Harrison's birthday as a day to be charitable. George Harrison was the first rock star to organize a large charity concert, and the 1971 “Concert for Bangladesh” remains one of the great live musical events of the 20th century. (It lives on via CD and DVD.) Commemorate it, and Harrison's philanthropy, by giving money or time to any charitable organization you see fit.

5. Enjoy some Indian food on George Harrison's birthday. Harrison will forever be remembered as the pop star to who brought the Indian instrument the sitar to mainstream pop/rock music. While it may seem cliché, having an Indian meal is a different way to commemorate the influence of Indian culture on Harrison, the Beatles and pop culture. If you've never eaten Indian food before, this could also be an interesting way for you to branch out and try new things.

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