Bob Dylan wrote "If Not for You" as a love song to his wife Sara. It was one of several songs he wrote in 1970 that conveyed his … See more

The August 1970 version of "If Not for You" was sequenced as the opening track of New Morning. Columbia released the album on October 21. It was viewed as a return to form by … See more

In 1971, singer Olivia Newton-John recorded "If Not for You" on the suggestion of her manager after he had heard Harrison's treatment of the song despite her reservation that … See more

1. ^ Dylan had also grown disaffected with Johnston. According to Kooper, Dylan said he had to credit Johnston for contractual reasons. See more

Dylan first recorded "If Not for You" in March 1970, late in the sessions for his Self Portrait double LP, although it was never intended for that album. He then recorded a new … See more

George Harrison included "If Not for You" on his first post-Beatles solo album, All Things Must Pass, released on November 27, 1970. He first taped a solo performance of the … See more

Numerous other artists have covered "If Not for You". These include Rod Stewart, Bryan Ferry, Richie Havens, Sarah Vaughan See more