Writing for "Q" magazine in 2002, John Harris said the "widescreen sound" of "All Things Must Pass" tracks such as "What Is Life" was a forerunner to recordings by ELO and Oasis. "PopMatters" Jason Korenkiewicz describes the song as a "jangle pop masterpiece and blueprint for the Britpop movement", adding that "Harrison's musical legacy has contributed greatly to the exuberance of Britpop in the '90s." The track is said to be a favourite of Foo Fighters singer Dave Grohl, who titled his 1995 song "Oh, George" in tribute to Harrison. Guitarist Steve Lukather also named it as a favourite, adding of "All Things Must Pass": "there is a LOT of deep soul music in those grooves."