About The Song
“Handle With Care” is a song by the British-American supergroup the Traveling Wilburys. It was released in October 1988 as their debut single and as the opening track of their album Traveling Wilburys Vol. 1.[2] The song was the first recording made by the group, although it was originally intended as a bonus track on a European single by George Harrison. When he and Jeff Lynne presented the song to Harrison’s record company, the executives insisted it was too good for that purpose, a decision that resulted in the formation of the Wilburys.
The song was written by George Harrison, Roy Orbison, Tom Petty, Bob Dylan, and Jeff Lynne. The lyrics are about the fragility of love and the importance of treating each other with care. The music is a blend of folk, rock, and country, with a distinctive acoustic guitar sound.
“Handle With Care” was a critical and commercial success, reaching number 21 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and number 1 on the Adult Contemporary chart. It was nominated for a Grammy Award for Song of the Year in 1989. The song has been covered by many artists, including Bruce Springsteen, U2, and Adele.
“Handle With Care” is a beautiful and moving song about the importance of love and cherishing those we care about. It is a classic that will continue to be enjoyed for many years to come.