This is from George Harrison’s posthumous induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2004, where Harrison’s artistic peers performed some of his songs. “While My Guitar Gently Weeps” is not only my favorite Harrison song, but my favorite Beatles song of all-time. While Tom Petty and Jeff Lynne share the vocal duties, the standout is Prince’s blistering guitar work towards the latter half of this performance. I realize that calling Prince underrated may seem silly, but how often do people mention what an outstanding guitarist the man is? Prince steals the show here and aside his mind-blowing work on “Let’s Go Crazy” and his Super Bowl performance of “Purple Rain,” this is my People’s Exhibit A as to why Prince should rank as one of the greatest guitarists of all-time. If you’ve never seen this, you must check this out.
