I saw my hero last September in Pittsburgh,took off 3 weeks,I couldn't see him in the early days,i always had to work, ,I am flying out to see him in California at 2 arenas,,I have worked my whole life to travel ,I worked 7days a week for 30 years,im 58,semi retired, I made it,
Surprising to see Eric, at his age, pull off that falsetto without missing a note. And without autotune, which is more than can be said of 95% of today's "stars".
@@W.J.M.wait ….are you referencing a specific incident, or some issue that was well known he had with prince ? I never heard either way about what clapton felt about prince so im Curious why you say this .
It has soul, it has grain, it has an unbelievable profound depth... with over 8 billion people walking around only a handful can pull this off... Clapton is out off this world... Divine!
@@breeze_japanese He’s one in a billion too. I actually would like to hear Prince play Layla, or any Clapton song. He did great arrangements, of cover songs, and/or jams out of them.
It’s really awesome, that these guys are still doing it. Plant still tours. Gilmour retired, then I heard he might play a show, already. Mick, Keef and Ron still going. Springsteen still does three hour gigs! I wish I was more into his music. He has amazing shows. Beck, did it, until he died, and was still doing amazing things live, that was a bit different, from previous years, even if the songs are the same. RIP
Yes it has soul and depth, and it lacked all that with Clapton, good as he is. If you want to see real emotion in it, watch prince. Some songs are personal, you can't cover them without losing a lot.
To think, Clapton was already a star when Prince Rogers Nelson was still a young boy. All these years later Clapton is still out there and honouring a fellow musician.
I was a master gardener for Prince I would hear him play his concert grand piano and his guitars alot because He would have his guitars and paino hooked up to a monster of a amplifier. His music was so much more than his recorded songs because He liked to play around with a song and add more when He was in the mood, I totally mis him, I never met him, but, He was the most honest and giving person, Thanks for sharing this video of Eric Clapton,
Oh this makes me Cry Everytime. I have lost my whole Family at this point my Brother and I were so close. He passed in 1999. I miss you Brother ! RIP Jimbo 🌹 🕊️ I'm greatful for the Memories! ☔ 💜 Thanks Eric. 🌎✌️💙🤞🫶🦋🎶Heals the Soul! Praying for my Country! 🇺🇸 Tired of the Fear and Hate! May God Bless Us All with Peace and Love. 🙏😢
My oh My this is simply mind blowing !!! Have always admired Eric and Prince but this tribute to Prince is something else. Amazing work Eric and the band. Prince, we all miss you so much . Gone far too soon.
This is the finest rendition ever.. Eric knows exactly how to play this beautiful song.. he does so with passion and grace! He to my mind is the finest guitarist in the world! His longevity says it all! To play Prince this takes guts! Eric has not only the ability to play this beauty of a song with the utmost respect plus grace in homage to Prince.. in fact Eric can and does play every genre! There is no stopping this incredible Legend of our times ever! Eric you are absolutely phenomenal! Thank you so very much 💞
The finest rendition came from prince. This was almost a radio edit, short and rough. Watch a full live recording from prince, it'll be twice the length of this one.
Amazing to see and hear a guitar legend, like Clapton, playing a song from one legend, to another. I'm sure Prince would be out of his mind with pride, and happiness to witness Eric Clapton performing one of his greatest hits. God rest ye merry soul, Prince. You left this earth with nothing less to prove. Except for an amazing library on amazing songs and music.
Prince is literally seen as one of the most important guitarists of all time in the industry. Clapton himself said you need to ask Prince when a journalist asked who was the best guitarist of all time.
Please stop using the word overrated. It's such an overrated word. Like you are the only one who knows Prince could play guitar..... you underrate everyone else!!!
Still can’t believe this came out 40 years ago and Prince isn’t here to celebrate! Still remember getting the pre-recorded tape when the album hit, hearing Let’s Go Crazy, and getting hooked into the whole sound ever since.
It's lovely. He doesn't have the greatest range in his voice but the tone is delicious . He's simplified the intro but it still sounds like nothing is missing . I can never figure out how he does it .
Eric is the greatest!! A combination of skillful guitar playing, good rock/blues voice, tremendous feeling and lots of class... What more can you ask for?.
This is pure excellence and just what can happen when a master is surrounded by dedicated musicians who are totally absorbed in the sharing of a masterpiece. A timeless legend paying absolute tribute to a legend that will never be forgotten. Absolutely incredible.☮️
What a Great Tribute from one of the Greatest Guitarists to another Great Guitarist/Musician!!. Shame Prince left so Early😢. Eric you did Prince Proud with this Rendition, he will have Played along with you from his Great Gig in the Sky with Hendrix and all the other Great Guitarists we've lost😢
Impecable performance! Clapton respected the song like a few do! Closed eyes, good voice, really deliverence! Clapton managed to get the whole band involved by his feelings .... Good old Clapton!
What a great version of the master Eric Clapton!, I still remember in my teens in the 80s, having gathered to buy the Vinyl album "Prince and the Revolution"
👍 As a 70ish y.o. Baby Boomer who grew up with Prince’s original, I thought this was a 👏 cover by Eric. It’s a big part of my youth - not only bc of Prince and this song, but SO much more music, AND the good ‘ole days’ of a 🌟 time period of life in general. The song reminds me of many other ‘classics’ - by the Stones, Procal Harem (‘Whiter Shade of Pale’), Neil Young, Dylan, and a LOT more. This is the music that withstands the test of time - generation after generation (whether the originals or more recent covers like this)! * Can’t believe I haven’t seen or heard this before today 🙃.
Thank you for this posting. It's definitely the best cover and tribute to Prince. One legend, tribute to another. At this age, Eric is still the best at singing, hitting all the notes, and blending his style into one of Prince's signature solos.
Wonderful to see eric pay tribute to prince. Its a shame prince wasnt alive to see it. Im sure he would have loved it. Knowing one of his songs is listed as one of the greatest songs ever written. And is being played with respect by one of the grestest guitarists of all time.
Talent , passion , soul , admiration , I could go on and on , what a rendition of a masterpiece , this sits alongside the Waterboys cover ,only a genius can work their spell on the work of another genius. THANK YOU ERIC AND BAND AND THANK YOU PRINCE AND THE REVOLUTION.
EC was once the guest on Desert Island Discs (a long running UK radio series) and chose this as his one record if restricted to only one to have on a desert island. He described it as "pure blues". True!
This is the greatest tribute and affirmation for Prince. ...Prince straddled many genres and so, always was considered outside the rock legends....I think this tribute from the great Eric Clapton & Gilmour et al..seals the debate on Prince's craft and genius...
Really? Eric is nowhere near what he was with Cream. Eric was a better player than prince ever was. Prince was a terrific showman and entertainer. But as a player instrumentalist prince was no where near Clapton in the 60s.
I seriously doubt it. Prince didn't let anyone touch his material, even live, without a fight. But the fact that this is a tribute to his life does make it okay. And it's great.
😮well he’s no Prince, but he did this so beautifully. Long ago in an interview, Clapton was asked how it felt to be the greatest guitar player in the world, with no hesitation and a humble heart, Clapton said he had no idea, they would have to ask Prince. Mad respect ✊ Play it pretty & loud Eric Clapton….🎸
Magnifique 🙏 merci Mr Éric Clapton pour cet énième hommage au Purple Génius 💜. Quand une légende rend hommage à une autre forcément cela ne peut que donner un grand moment. 👏👏👏.
Prince’s most famous guitar solo (RRHOF While my guitar gently weeps) is also a bit of a tribute to Clapton. Mutual respect. Clapton was also a close friend of Jimi Hendrix - purple connection.
Quando Clapton chiude gli occhi e fa viaggiare le dita.. diventa tutto poesia... Grazie Eric per questa versione, grazie Prince per questo capolavoro che resterà una delle migliori canzoni nell'universo ❤
Love to see these legends still playing music. One of the best ever and a wonderful tribute to Prince.
Beautiful song and the great class of Clapton♥️♥️♥️
Precisely 👍
Purple 💜 thick
I saw my hero last September in Pittsburgh,took off 3 weeks,I couldn't see him in the early days,i always had to work, ,I am flying out to see him in California at 2 arenas,,I have worked my whole life to travel ,I worked 7days a week for 30 years,im 58,semi retired, I made it,
@@rosecarey8522 I know what you mean 🙂🎶👍👌
I am 76 years old. I am so thankful for what Eric has contributed to the meaning of my life.
I’m 46, I’m Brazilian I think the same.
Mam 64 lata. Jestem Polakiem i tez tak myślę.
It would not be an exaggeration to say his music got me through some very rough times.
Surprising to see Eric, at his age, pull off that falsetto without missing a note. And without autotune, which is more than can be said of 95% of today's "stars".
Of all the aging rock stars, Clapton still delivers at a high level. Voice and guitar playing is still very good
Clapton selected the iconic 1983 song ‘Purple Rain’ as one of his favorite songs, describing it as a “lifesaver.”
no, he didn't. in fact, he didn't like Prince. This is a provable fact.
People change. Peoples feelings are complicated.
@@W.J.M.wait ….are you referencing a specific incident, or some issue that was well known he had with prince ? I never heard either way about what clapton felt about prince so im Curious why you say this .
...and that's why he's playing "Purple rain" cause he didn't liked him...what a bs..
@@W.J.M.that’s BS ,,he cited that while touring Europe in80’s he went to see the film & loved it ,,so what else is there ?
It has soul, it has grain, it has an unbelievable profound depth... with over 8 billion people walking around only a handful can pull this off... Clapton is out off this world... Divine!
Soul?! I think you need to rewatch Prince's version. Now that's soul.
@@breeze_japanese
He’s one in a billion too.
I actually would like to hear Prince play Layla, or any Clapton song. He did great arrangements, of cover songs, and/or jams out of them.
It’s really awesome, that these guys are still doing it.
Plant still tours.
Gilmour retired, then I heard he might play a show, already.
Mick, Keef and Ron still going.
Springsteen still does three hour gigs! I wish I was more into his music. He has amazing shows.
Beck, did it, until he died, and was still doing amazing things live, that was a bit different, from previous years, even if the songs are the same. RIP
Yes it has soul and depth, and it lacked all that with Clapton, good as he is. If you want to see real emotion in it, watch prince. Some songs are personal, you can't cover them without losing a lot.
Funny how subjective our listening is for me princes solo is far more vibrant and soulful but respect to Clapton for his blues playing.
To think, Clapton was already a star when Prince Rogers Nelson was still a young boy. All these years later Clapton is still out there and honouring a fellow musician.
Respect pays respect
Wow wow wow ... had never thought this song would suit Eric's vocal so well.
I was a master gardener for Prince I would hear him play his concert grand piano and his guitars alot because He would have his guitars and paino hooked up to a monster of a amplifier. His music was so much more than his recorded songs because He liked to play around with a song and add more when He was in the mood, I totally mis him, I never met him, but, He was the most honest and giving person, Thanks for sharing this video of Eric Clapton,
So cool!!!!! ❤
Wicked
He was the Hendrix of the 90's
Oh this makes me Cry Everytime.
I have lost my whole Family at this point my Brother and I were so close.
He passed in 1999.
I miss you Brother ! RIP Jimbo 🌹 🕊️
I'm greatful for the Memories! ☔ 💜
Thanks Eric.
🌎✌️💙🤞🫶🦋🎶Heals the Soul!
Praying for my Country! 🇺🇸
Tired of the Fear and Hate!
May God Bless Us All with Peace and Love. 🙏😢
Gd Bless you🙏
God bless you ma'am.
Praying that the Lord comforts and holds you close.❤
@@badger519Thank you too.. May you too be blessed 🙏
May the blessings rain down on you!
Beautiful said Lisa.
You’re so right.
May God bless you with peace ☮️ and love ❤️
WOW, What a great legendary performance. Prince was listening to this to this performance. Thank you Eric Clapton.
Not! Dead folks don't go to concerts, listen to music. What kind of bs is that😮
How do you , or anyone else, really know?@@Mws556
Almost 80 years old and and still awesome. One of the best Prince covers I’ve ever heard.
Que dire de plus quand le maître rend hommage à Prince lui même.mon dieu que c'est beau.
This highlights just how much respect musicians had for Prince.
Indeed... even my favorite, progressive metal titan John Petrucci, played Purple Rain. Good music is good music.
My oh My this is simply mind blowing !!! Have always admired Eric and Prince but this tribute to Prince is something else. Amazing work Eric and the band. Prince, we all miss you so much . Gone far too soon.
When Clapton covers your song , you know who you are !
That is respect ! Awesome tribute.
He's dead?
You know you made it.🎉
Never disappointed by Clapton. Hope it stays with us for a long time.
This is the finest rendition ever.. Eric knows exactly how to play this beautiful song.. he does so with passion and grace! He to my mind is the finest guitarist in the world! His longevity says it all! To play Prince this takes guts! Eric has not only the ability to play this beauty of a song with the utmost respect plus grace in homage to Prince.. in fact Eric can and does play every genre! There is no stopping this incredible Legend of our times ever! Eric you are absolutely phenomenal! Thank you so very much 💞
The finest rendition came from prince. This was almost a radio edit, short and rough. Watch a full live recording from prince, it'll be twice the length of this one.
The ultimate compliment and act of respect is to cover a tune from another artist and make it your own! great job Eric!
Eric you still got the magic. Thank you for this wonderful performance and soulful tribute to Prince. 🎸 ❤️
Amazing to see and hear a guitar legend, like Clapton, playing a song from one legend, to another. I'm sure Prince would be out of his mind with pride, and happiness to witness Eric Clapton performing one of his greatest hits. God rest ye merry soul, Prince. You left this earth with nothing less to prove. Except for an amazing library on amazing songs and music.
Prince was a phenomenal musician. A multi-instrumentalist. A most underrated guitarist.
Prince is literally seen as one of the most important guitarists of all time in the industry. Clapton himself said you need to ask Prince when a journalist asked who was the best guitarist of all time.
Please stop using the word overrated. It's such an overrated word. Like you are the only one who knows Prince could play guitar..... you underrate everyone else!!!
Still can’t believe this came out 40 years ago and Prince isn’t here to celebrate! Still remember getting the pre-recorded tape when the album hit, hearing Let’s Go Crazy, and getting hooked into the whole sound ever since.
素晴らしい。プリンスは喜んでるでしょう。最高です。
When he plays a song , the soul of blues is always there, ! Love Eric 💞💞👍
I think prince would enjoy this immensely.
I'm sure he would, prince did it massively better though.
@bzuidgeest It was his song and he was half his age! Geez man this was great especially the guitar!
I am sure He did, from above❤
Wow, an excellent rendition by Eric Clapton of one of my favourite songs ever by Prince. Absolutely lovely.
Beautitul, Eric...! Your voice clinging as clear as ever before, purple rain !❤
It's lovely. He doesn't have the greatest range in his voice but the tone is delicious . He's simplified the intro but it still sounds like nothing is missing . I can never figure out how he does it .
Clapton is a legend, he just plays music, fucking good music, no gimmicks nothing but pure class ⭐️
Eric is the greatest!! A combination of skillful guitar playing, good rock/blues voice, tremendous feeling and lots of class... What more can you ask for?.
It made me miss my childhood days listening to Prince's Purple Rain. Eric was so cool.
Wonderful tribute. Still amazing, Eric Clapton and is musicians heroes.
Eric, Steve Gadd and Nathan East, you can't get better than that!
AND Paul Carrack!
@@ryancasablancas8361 and Doyle Bramhall
And another drummer... I think Sonny Emory.. right..???
To be honest Nathan East always raises the bar, I'm a drummer so really appreciate the guy on bass!
And is that Paul Carrak on keyboards 😊
I bought Prince CD when I was a kid. Could not imagine the influence of music until I first heard this song.
This is pure excellence and just what can happen when a master is surrounded by dedicated musicians who are totally absorbed in the sharing of a masterpiece. A timeless legend paying absolute tribute to a legend that will never be forgotten. Absolutely incredible.☮️
What a wonderful human being Clapton is.
Thank you. It just doesn’t get any better than Eric performing Prince, and with amazing backup. A gift for the hearts and souls if us all.✨
What a beautiful “surprise”
Confirms deep in your soul what you always knew… the immense talent of Prince and Eric
What a Great Tribute from one of the Greatest Guitarists to another Great Guitarist/Musician!!. Shame Prince left so Early😢. Eric you did Prince Proud with this Rendition, he will have Played along with you from his Great Gig in the Sky with Hendrix and all the other Great Guitarists we've lost😢
What an honour. I know he was smiling. So nicely done.
What better guitarist of all time bring this song back only the way he can!!👍
Dave Gilmour with Tom Jones😉
What a wonderful tribute of Prince by one of rocks legends. Prince was probably jamming up in heaven with Eric on this one
Impecable performance! Clapton respected the song like a few do! Closed eyes, good voice, really deliverence! Clapton managed to get the whole band involved by his feelings .... Good old Clapton!
What a great version of the master Eric Clapton!, I still remember in my teens in the 80s, having gathered to buy the Vinyl album "Prince and the Revolution"
once again EC proves Rock'n Roll is not a matter of age but of style
👍 As a 70ish y.o. Baby Boomer who grew up with Prince’s original, I thought this was a 👏 cover by Eric. It’s a big part of my youth - not only bc of Prince and this song, but SO much more music, AND the good ‘ole days’ of a 🌟 time period of life in general. The song reminds me of many other ‘classics’ - by the Stones, Procal Harem (‘Whiter Shade of Pale’), Neil Young, Dylan, and a LOT more. This is the music that withstands the test of time - generation after generation (whether the originals or more recent covers like this)! * Can’t believe I haven’t seen or heard this before today 🙃.
Thank you for this posting. It's definitely the best cover and tribute to Prince. One legend, tribute to another. At this age, Eric is still the best at singing, hitting all the notes, and blending his style into one of Prince's signature solos.
Splendid version Eric Always Plays whith his Heart ❤️❤️🎸🎸❤️❤️
Wonderful to see eric pay tribute to prince. Its a shame prince wasnt alive to see it. Im sure he would have loved it. Knowing one of his songs is listed as one of the greatest songs ever written. And is being played with respect by one of the grestest guitarists of all
time.
All I can say is WOW! I love Clapton and love this performance of one of the best songs of all time!
Talent , passion , soul , admiration , I could go on and on , what a rendition of a masterpiece , this sits alongside the Waterboys cover ,only a genius can work their spell on the work of another genius. THANK YOU ERIC AND BAND AND THANK YOU PRINCE AND THE REVOLUTION.
Do u know when and where wss this? He is amazing!!
プリンスとクラプトン…それぞれの人生が重なるような素晴らしい演奏ですね😭
クラプトンなんでもＯＫです
What a beautiful tribute.
Such a great band he’s got behind him. 🎸🎸🥁🥁
EC was once the guest on Desert Island Discs (a long running UK radio series) and chose this as his one record if restricted to only one to have on a desert island. He described it as "pure blues". True!
Yes. Clapton Loved Prince and Purple Rain was his favourite
Questo brano era già bello di suo...Mr Clapton lo ha reso ancora più bello ❤️❤️❤️❤️💯💯💯
Uno de los mejores de todos los tiempos y un maravilloso homenaje a Prince. Like!
You did Prince proud Mr. Clapton 💜💜💜
One of my favorites playing my favorite. Spectacular 🎸
This is the greatest tribute and affirmation for Prince. ...Prince straddled many genres and so, always was considered outside the rock legends....I think this tribute from the great Eric Clapton & Gilmour et al..seals the debate on Prince's craft and genius...
60 plus years and sounds and plays as he did with Cream..quite extraordinary..
Eric is 80!
Really? Eric is nowhere near what he was with Cream. Eric was a better player than prince ever was. Prince was a terrific showman and entertainer. But as a player instrumentalist prince was no where near Clapton in the 60s.
Eric played with more fire and bravado with cream he was at his best with cream
He was great in the Heartbreakers too
@@kingshearer2 John Mayall and the Bluesbreakers?
Clapton absolutely doesn't need any other guitar players on stage with him
コードのジャラ弾きが美しすぎて悶絶。本物の音楽家です。
Marvellous. R. I. P Prince. God bless you all. Peace and Love to all.
Que barbaro Clapton es una leyenda el tipo el level de ejecución de la guitarra es terrible ❤
I think Prince would approve of this one. 🤩
I think the find your Teacher
Always!
I seriously doubt it. Prince didn't let anyone touch his material, even live, without a fight. But the fact that this is a tribute to his life does make it okay. And it's great.
Just not on the weekend
Right on!!✌🏻❤️
Amazing!!! Lets not loose the incredible musicians that can do justice to music as a whole. This has to be in the time capsule from our time.
Beautiful Playing 🎸,
Nice Voice 👍,
Super Vibes 🎸👏 👌 !!
Phantastic Version. Thank you Prince, thank you Slow-Hand !
胸熱ですね...🥲
まさかクラプトンのパープル・レインが聴けるとは
I love Prince 😢
Thanks Sir.
Aside from the outstanding performance, having Katie on backing vocals was wonderful. Good to see her doing what she does best.
Clapton's band are really awesome
Paul Carrack on hammond.
Steve Gadd on drums ??
NathanEast on Bass.. Doyle Bramhall guitar
Thank you Mr Clapton ,proving once again why your one of the greatest of all time 🙏
I was lucky enough to see him two yrs ago when he came to Mich for one night. LEGENDARY
Legend I love this song Purple Rain is a Prince masterwork
MR Eric. great live&song.
never forget. thank you so much.
How exciting to enjoy these musical geniuses! ✨💫🤍
That’s how BAD ASS Prince was ! Your a legend when Clapton does your music
😮well he’s no Prince, but he did this so beautifully. Long ago in an interview, Clapton was asked how it felt to be the greatest guitar player in the world, with no hesitation and a humble heart, Clapton said he had no idea, they would have to ask Prince. Mad respect ✊ Play it pretty & loud Eric Clapton….🎸
He never said that. Thats a made up quote. It’s probably one of the most widely spread fictitious quotes of the internet era.
I seem to remember Eric saying someone else but have forgotten!
He never said that.
It was not Clapton…it was Billy Gibbons
Made it quote
Nothing compares to princes incredibly emotional and voluminous voice.But it ist still a good homage.And this is was its meant to be❤
通りゃんせかぁ… 何か懐かしい心の片隅にあったあのメロディ。けいえむさんがどれくらいさまざまな曲を聞き、リスペクトされてきたかがわかります。暑い残暑に涼やかな作品です😊
Magnifique 🙏 merci Mr Éric Clapton pour cet énième hommage au Purple Génius 💜. Quand une légende rend hommage à une autre forcément cela ne peut que donner un grand moment. 👏👏👏.
Mercury beaucoup Eric 🙏
Nunca me cansa ouvir essa lenda. E que homenagem incrível ❤
I really have become a fan of Eric...abeit 35 years after I first became aware of his musical contributions
Slow hands purple rain, excellent! ＾＾
Wowwww..tremendo artista tocando tremenda cancion...
Purple Rain es una obra q inmortaliza el rock y Clapton inmortaliza la guitarra.❤
Steve gadd & sonny emery both harmonising love it ❤️
Prince’s most famous guitar solo (RRHOF While my guitar gently weeps) is also a bit of a tribute to Clapton. Mutual respect. Clapton was also a close friend of Jimi Hendrix - purple connection.
Quando Clapton chiude gli occhi e fa viaggiare le dita.. diventa tutto poesia... Grazie Eric per questa versione, grazie Prince per questo capolavoro che resterà una delle migliori canzoni nell'universo ❤
Ma come vero! Ho detto lo stesso! Per me e semplicemente miravigliosa 🙏
Eric Clapton - The Living Legend & Thanks for the MUSIC!
I mean bloody hell, what a cover!
Clapton, is the big good, and the king of pain, the MAN everithing!..the best!!
Truly, a moving act. Respect EC !
Clapton is so cool!
Clapton doing a great job
Oh waaaw; ce morceau lui va parfaitement !!!! 🌟🎸🌟
いいねー👍
クラプトンとプリンス
最高です‼️
A wonderful tribute from Eric…..