What Is the Song BALLAD OF SIR FRANKIE CRISP Really About?
The Beatle People Cafe Podcast by Scott Cardinal
Episode notes
"Ballad of Sir Frankie Crisp (Let It Roll)" is a song by George Harrison from his 1970 solo album "All Things Must Pass." The song pays tribute to Sir Frank Crisp, the eccentric 19th-century lawyer and horticulturist who originally owned Harrison's Friar Park estate. Through whimsical lyrics and nostalgic melodies, Harrison reflects on the beauty and history of the estate, capturing the essence of Crisp's character and the magical ambiance of his former home.
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BeatlesThe BeatlesJohn LennonPaul McCartneyGeorge HarrisonRingo StarrBrian EpsteinGeorge MartinFab FourMusicFriar ParkHistory