The Beat Generation delivers a timely reminder to live well in “Take Care Of Yourself”

Director Lawrence White’s solo recording of the Beat Generation's “Take Care Of Yourself” is a practical message of patience, personal responsibility, and making the most of life. The song speaks to a reality many ambitious people eventually face: things don’t always go as planned. It’s a practical, important message: keep going, look after yourself, and give your future self a real chance to enjoy what you’re working for.

Something is refreshing about a message that doesn’t glorify burnout. The song is about staying healthy and avoiding things that could jeopardize the future they want to build. That perspective may resonate especially well with younger listeners, whose interest in The Beat Generation has been especially gratifying to the long-time artists behind the project.

“Take Care Of Yourself” reminds us that ambition is little good if we arrive at our destination worn out or unable to enjoy it. Lawrence White’s contribution is clearly meant to uplift, to remind listeners to keep their eyes on the prize, but also to be gentle with themselves.