Billy Preston - My Sweetlord (1972)

A soulful gospel-influenced performance by Billy Preston with "My Sweet Lord" from his 1970 album Encouraging Words, recorded again in 1972. 🎹🙏 "My Sweet Lord" is a song closely associated with Billy Preston, who actually recorded and released it before George Harrison's famous version. Harrison wrote the song and gave it to Preston, a fellow Apple Records artist, for his album Encouraging Words, released in September 1970. Harrison co-produced the recording and also played on it. Preston's version blends soul, gospel, and R&B influences, placing greater emphasis on groove, keyboards, and gospel-style vocals than Harrison's later hit recording. The song's lyrics express a universal spiritual longing, combining Christian expressions such as "Hallelujah" with Hindu chants, reflecting Harrison's interest in spirituality and religious unity. William Everett Preston (1946–2006) was an American musician whose work encompassed R&B, rock, soul, funk, and gospel. As a top session keyboardist, he backed artists such as Little Richard, Sam Cooke, Ray Charles, and The Beatles. His solo career produced hit singles including "That's the Way God Planned It," "Outa-Space," and "Will It Go Round in Circles." Preston also played keyboards for the Rolling Stones throughout the 1970s. Although Harrison's version became the worldwide chart-topping hit, Preston's recording remains highly regarded and is often praised for its warm, deeply soulful interpretation. #BillyPreston #MySweetLord #GeorgeHarrison #AppleRecords #EncouragingWords #1970 #SoulMusic #GospelMusic #RandB #KeyboardLegend #Spirituality #TheBeatles #RollingStones #SessionMusician #ClassicSoul #VintageMusic #ReligiousUnity #SoulLegends #KeyboardMastery #RockLegend