The breakup of the Beatles was a devastating moment in music history.

After the split, the Fab Four pursued solo careers.

Since they were no longer working together, the former bandmates didn’t see each other often.

George Harrison and John Lennon in 1965

Fans fervently hoped for a Beatles reunion, but that desire never came to fruition.

Tragically, any possibility of reuniting the group ended with Lennon’s murder on December 8, 1980.

The whole world was shocked and grieving, as were Lennon’s famous bandmates (viaHistory).

John Lennon in 1966

When he awoke later, though, he was angry.

Why did Harrison feel this way?

As part of his spiritual beliefs, Harrison regularly practiced preparing his body for death.

George Harrison in 1977

Harrison was drawn to Hinduism after visiting India years earlier.

He also experienced an affinity for Indian music.

Harrison added that he could feel Lennon’s presence “around here” in the TV studio.

“I want to find God.

And he understood that.”