I’m writing this for Song Lyric Sunday and just wanted to say that
Savoy Truffle is delicious but addicting! 😊
George Harrison wrote “Savoy Truffle” in September 1968, by which point the Beatles had been working on the White Album for over three months. This period was one of disharmony within the band, following their mixed experiences while attending a course in Transcendental Meditation in India early in the year.
Away from his work with the Beatles in 1968, Harrison increasingly spent time with Eric Clapton, leading to occasional musical collaborations between the two guitarists and a lifelong friendship. Having contributed to Harrison’s solo album Wonderwall Music, Clapton was invited to play on his White Album track “While My Guitar Gently Weeps” marking a rare appearance by another rock musician on a Beatles recording as Harrison sought to defuse tensions within the band.
George Harrison wrote “Savoy Truffle” as a tribute to Clapton’s sweet tooth. He derived the title and much of the lyrics from a box of Mackintosh’s Good News chocolates, which Clapton began eating during one of his visits to Harrison’s home. It’s been reported that Clapton devoured an entire box of the chocolates in one evening so George made a point of having a fresh box in his house whenever Eric was there. It was commonplace for Eric to eat a whole box of candy every time he visited George. Many of the confectionery names used in the song are authentic; others, such as cherry cream, coconut fudge and pineapple heart, were Harrison’s invention, based on the flavors listed inside the lid of the box.
I have chosen Dhani Harrison’s live video tribute concert for this post for one reason: it never ceases to amaze me how much Dhani looks and sounds like his father. I hope you enjoy this terrific video of George Harrison’s “Savoy Truffle” performed by his son, Dhani.
NAR © 2022
Creme tangerine and Montelimar
A ginger sling with a pineapple heart
Coffee dessert, yes, you know it’s good news
But you’ll have to have them all pulled out
After the Savoy truffle
Cool cherry cream and a nice apple tart
I feel your taste all the time we’re apart
Coconut fudge really blows down those blues
But you’ll have to have them all pulled out
After the Savoy truffle
You might not feel it now
But when the pain cuts through
You’re going to know and how
The sweat is going to fill your head
When it becomes too much
You’re going to shout aloud
But you’ll have to have them all pulled out
After the Savoy truffle
You know that what you eat you are
But what is sweet now, turns so sour
We all know Ob-La-Di-Bla-Da
But can you show me, where you are?
Creme tangerine and Montelimar
A ginger sling with a pineapple heart
Coffee dessert, yes, you know it’s good news
But you’ll have to have them all pulled out
After the Savoy truffle
Yes, you’ll have to have them all pulled out
After the Savoy truffle
Source: Musixmatch
Songwriters: George Harrison
Savoy Truffle lyrics © Westminster Music, Harrisongs Ltd
https://jimadamsauthordotcom.wordpress.com/2022/09/24/-a-craving-for-sweets/
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So much resemblance! Video is brilliant. And yes, I also like chocolates. An interesting read, Nancy!
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It’s quite interesting, KK, if you look at all the original Beatles and their sons. Each one bears a striking resemblance to the father. It’s uncanny that this should be true for all four of them but especially so for George and his son. Who knows – perhaps the gods knew such a phenomenon was too good to end and would continue with the 2nd generation!
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You’re right, Nancy! God is great, after all.
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anyone that eats chocolate is a friend of mine Nancy.. awesome post!❤️
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Absolutely! Just as long as they don’t eat MY chocolate!
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So, let me get this straight:
We got a Sicillian Storyteller bringing the Good News of Mackintosh consumed by a legend in the house of another legend…
…heaven!👏
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By jove! I think he’s got it!! Thanks, Nick! They were rather heavenly together, weren’t they. Just wait … I may have a surprise coming up shortly. Ssh! 🤗
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Sounds just like him. And, I love a good Clapton story! Thank you!!
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Happy to oblige!
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Oh, you found the box of “Good News” chocolates! And you picked Dhani’s version… great idea! You’re right, even at the Concert For George they did after his father died, he looked just like his father…
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Yeah, John, the resemblance is remarkable. As I was telling Jim Adams, George once remarked to Dhani “You look more like me than I do!” He had such a great sense of humor. Glad you enjoyed the video. I’m happy to see Dhani performing his dad’s great music. The Concert for George was amazing! Thanks for sharing your thoughts!
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Most enjoyable!
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Glad you liked it, Dorothy. I loved George and I love the fact that Dhani is performing his dad’s music. Thanks for reading ❤️
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Wouldn’t it be fun for all the Beatles kids to get together and do a concert? Julian Lennon’s vocal cords sound just like his father’s as well!
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Julian is wonderful, too. That’s one concern I’d definitely go to! 🎶
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In a heartbeat!
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Wow, you are so right. Such a strong resemblance . Thanks for sharing.💕
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Oh, my pleasure, Grace. I think it so cool that Dhani is performing is father’s music. George was my favorite Beatle and Dhani is great! Thanks for reading. 🌞
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I think so too. I guess great talent runs in the family. My pleasure.💕
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