Neil Young – Heart of Gold
“Heart of Gold” is a song written and recorded by Neil Young. It was released on his 1972 album Harvest. The song has been covered by many artists, including Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, and Lana Del Rey.
Background and composition
“Heart of Gold” was written by Neil Young in 1972. The song is a simple, yet beautiful ballad about a woman with a heart of gold. The song’s lyrics are full of vivid imagery and detail, and they paint a powerful picture of a woman who is kind, compassionate, and loving.
Recording and production
Neil Young’s version of “Heart of Gold” was recorded in 1972 at the Quadrafonic Sound Studios in Nashville, Tennessee. The song was produced by Elliot Mazer and Neil Young.
The recording features Young on vocals and acoustic guitar. Young’s vocals are warm and expressive, and they perfectly convey the emotion of the song. The song’s instrumentation is simple, yet effective, with a gentle acoustic guitar arrangement and a subtle string section.
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“Heart of Gold” is a beautiful and moving song that will be cherished for generations to come.
Here are some additional details about the song:
- The song was originally written for the 1972 film Journey Through the Past.
- The song has been used in many films and television shows, including The Big Lebowski, Scrubs, and The Simpsons.
- “Heart of Gold” was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2000.