<P> In the 1940s, the words, adapted as "He ain't heavy, Father, he's my brother", were taken as a slogan for Boys Town children's home by founder Father Edward Flanagan . </P> <P> The Hollies' recording, which featured Elton John on piano, was released in the UK on 1 September 1969 and on 1 December 1969 in the US . "He Ain't Heavy" reached No. 3 in the UK and No. 7 in the US . The song, paired with "Carrie Anne", was re-released in late 1988 in the UK following its use in a television advertisement for Miller Lite beer . It reached the No. 1 spot in the UK chart for two weeks in September 1988 . </P> <P> Neil Diamond's version of the song, recorded for his Tap Root Manuscript album, went to No. 20 on the Billboard "Hot 100 Singles" chart in late 1970 . </P> <P> The Osmonds covered the song on their 1970 album, Osmonds, as well as on the B - side of their chart - topper "One Bad Apple;" the song is a staple at their concerts . </P>

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