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  • River Of Tears by Eric Clapton from the album Pilgrim © 1998
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    Lyrics:
    It's three miles to the river
    That would carry me away
    And two miles to the dusty street
    That I saw you on today
    It's four miles to my lonely room
    Where I'm going to hide my face
    And about half a mile to the downtown bar
    That I ran from in disgrace
    Lord, how long have I got to keep on running?
    Seven hours, seven days or seven years?
    All I know is, since you've been gone
    Feel like I'm drowning in a river
    Drowning in a river of tears
    Drowning in a river
    Feel like I'm drowning
    Drowning in a river
    In three more days, I'll leave this town
    And disappear without a trace
    A year from now, maybe settle down
    Where no one knows my face
    I wish that I could hold you
    One more time to ease the pain
    But my time's run out and I got to go
    Got to run away again
    Still I catch myself thinking
    One day I'll find my way back here
    You'll save me from drowning
    Drowning in a river
    Drowning in a river of tears
    Drowning in a river
    Feel like I'm drowning
    Drowning in a river
    Lord, how long must it go on?
    Drowning
    Drowning
    Drowning in a river of tears
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  • @bejbenn
    @bejbenn 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +20

    My late husband had to be Eric's biggest fan. He owned every album from every band Eric has been in. He played them daily. Eric plays & sings with so much emotion.

    • @Falaje64
      @Falaje64 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      My late husband and I were also fans. We saw Eric for his Journeyman tour. I lost him to cancer 5 years ago. Together 30 years. I’m sorry for your loss ❤😢

    • @antoninodaveni7846
      @antoninodaveni7846 วันที่ผ่านมา

      😊

  • @SoftRockMusic83
    @SoftRockMusic83 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +114

    I believe that somewhere in the world, there are people who feel the same emotions that I feel when I listen to masterpieces like this song.

    • @kathif17
      @kathif17 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      ❤I do I cry everytime I hear this. ❤Forever Fan ♥

    • @joecoleman8271
      @joecoleman8271 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Touches the heart

    • @jessdj103
      @jessdj103 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      i DO. ALL THE TIME.

    • @ferdinandversoza-hc7qb
      @ferdinandversoza-hc7qb 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      for me, always feel the pure emotions of the message from this song and the way eric deliberate the pure kind of heartfelt music

    • @mollymalone1545
      @mollymalone1545 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

  • @jairushughes2884
    @jairushughes2884 ปีที่แล้ว +80

    I'm glad Eric is still here. So many great ones are gone but we still have Eric. Play on brother.

    • @RhiannonFan
      @RhiannonFan ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Eric is 77 (in 2022). He suffers from tinnitus, lower-back pain, and is going deaf. He is living with peripheral neuropathy, which sometimes affects his ability to play guitar. But he is still here. Play on brother.

  • @markpousseur9441
    @markpousseur9441 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +43

    One of my favorite Clapton tunes. Loves how he makes that guitar whisper, talk, sing and cry

    • @neliacollins2851
      @neliacollins2851 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Me too🎉

    • @roylatulippe8469
      @roylatulippe8469 27 วันที่ผ่านมา

      That guitar is as much a part of him as his arms or legs. It's a direct extension of his soul...

  • @sheilabarron1007
    @sheilabarron1007 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    One day Eric and his Son will see each other again what a Glorious day that will be ✌❤

  • @georgesmith4633
    @georgesmith4633 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Absolute Clapton at his very best. What more can you say...............😌

  • @tomthumb7394
    @tomthumb7394 ปีที่แล้ว +85

    That line…”Lord, how long must this go on”…..turns on the faucet every time

  • @geschaub
    @geschaub 3 ปีที่แล้ว +212

    One of the most heartfelt, beautiful songs ever recorded !

  • @anthiondel
    @anthiondel 12 ปีที่แล้ว +135

    The most difficult thing for any musician is to transmit emotions. You can practice a lot and be very fast and clean, but you have to feel what you play for your listeners to feel it as well. Clapton does it wonderfully.

    • @fredhall789
      @fredhall789 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Exactly I heard this song for the first time live on 9/8/22 (same day QE2 passed). This song stood out among all the great songs he played for the emotion he transmitted and I felt.

    • @davidlindley171
      @davidlindley171 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      His guitar playing is unlike anything I've ever heard!

    • @kebobradley582
      @kebobradley582 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I was never big Jeff Beck fan.He was great.I just listened to EC,more.And someday,we'll all be drowning, in a river of tears.So many great players.Never has there ever been,a best guitarist.But you can usually gauge,just by the way they make you feel.So,thank you,Eric

    • @davidhumphries853
      @davidhumphries853 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@tedarndt6254 not a bad singer either

    • @elainemeyer5062
      @elainemeyer5062 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I only saw your comment today, but definitely agree with what you said! I’m almost 70 yrs old now and was trained as a classical pianist and organist since I was 5. It’s one thing to be taught to read notes on paper and apply them to an instrument. I learned at an early age that this alone doesn’t mean that a person is, or will be, a talented musician (with any instrument). Technically it could make them ‘good’, but to be ‘great’ all around can only come from within the heart and soul, and ‘felt’ by them AND those who listen/watch them play! *** Another Clapton performance where this is clearly visible to the audience was in his performance of ‘Have You Ever Loved a Woman’, which I believe was the one done at the Fillmore East (he also played it at the F. West) quite some time ago. I’ve NEVER seen Clapton play with the amount of feeling and visible emotions as he did in this one - even more than River of Tears - and that says a lot! He’s really one of the very few guitarists who can play so well, and yet makes it look so easy!

  • @colinbennie2614
    @colinbennie2614 2 ปีที่แล้ว +242

    That pain, the tears, his guitar and vocals dovetailed into the very cry from his soul, I just can't stop falling in love with this song and listening to it over and over......Sir Eric Clapton, thank you.

  • @rhuephus
    @rhuephus 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    oh man ... Eric and the weeping guitar ... just the instrumental .. you can almost feel his pain

  • @candice3897
    @candice3897 2 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    Beautiful Eric. I cry each time I listen. I Pray to be able to see you before I leave earth. Bucket list since 17yrs old to see you.i am 65. Thank you Eric Clapton for your music. Gets me through most days

    • @DebbieSorrells
      @DebbieSorrells หลายเดือนก่อน

      ❤❤❤Eric plays with his heart and soul every song...and his BAND is spot on every note 🎵🎶🎵 ❤️❤️❤️🤍🌹🌹 forever FAN🎵🤍

    • @DebbieSorrells
      @DebbieSorrells หลายเดือนก่อน

  • @daski31
    @daski31 3 ปีที่แล้ว +122

    This is pure masterpiece

    • @malehuseng8196
      @malehuseng8196 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      มีพนธ็นาข้าว..ทุงข้าวนาแห่ง

  • @robertjohnson3855
    @robertjohnson3855 2 ปีที่แล้ว +214

    Clapton has more emotion in his fingers than most have in their heart. It amazes me that he can use a guitar to invoke what you can see and tell that he's feeling. Many criticized his PILGRIM album for being too "dark", yet I feel like it's one of his best. I love every song on that album.

    • @christinedalporto1992
      @christinedalporto1992 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      No Doubt

    • @luciabernreiter8483
      @luciabernreiter8483 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      agreed!

    • @CompleteCretin
      @CompleteCretin 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same. Pilgrim is brilliant.

    • @trevorclark7985
      @trevorclark7985 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      it’s good. not too sure about the drum machine though

    • @l2string
      @l2string 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      He asked songwriter Simon Climie if he wanted to help him make the saddest album ever recorded, he did, together they did, and called it Pilgrim.

  • @trishmerz3533
    @trishmerz3533 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    Eric Clapton has been my favorite guitarist since I was 16 years old..my youngest 31 year old son took me to see him at MSGarden this past Monday...seeing him play has been my dream for 50 years and he was every bit the greatest guitar I imagioned and then some!! Your guitar still shoots straight into my heart...thank you Eric and my dear son Jonathan for making my dream come true.....Love you both forever!!!!❤️❤️❤️❤️

    • @MelindaSM
      @MelindaSM ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That is a wonderful thing your son did for you! I’m so glad for you! How exciting! 😊

  • @Love_Always465
    @Love_Always465 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    I don’t care what this man’s politics are. When he plays his guitar I can feel his soul, in a world with so many soulless people these days.

    • @prathameshbhambure
      @prathameshbhambure 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Asking for peace & harmony is political?

    • @craigschepers714
      @craigschepers714 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Never heard Him say a word about politics in 62 years. Got the right bloke or just making shit

    • @craigschepers714
      @craigschepers714 29 วันที่ผ่านมา

      politics are a combination of theory and fear of the future... Nothing more. Perhaps much less

  • @domagojhorvat1621
    @domagojhorvat1621 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

    Just cry and listen😢

  • @emilianagrillo2999
    @emilianagrillo2999 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    And..he still remains..12 years after..the King of guitar! I saw him yesterday in Bologna,Unipol Arena! He is 77 but looks and plays and sings like a young one!

  • @karenreardon5398
    @karenreardon5398 ปีที่แล้ว +61

    He has such a gorgeous voice. Could listen to this song endlessly and just cry.❤

    • @Sunny-in6cj
      @Sunny-in6cj 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      ❤ me too

    • @shaykatz5648
      @shaykatz5648 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Me 3 ❤ river of tears

    • @ursulabornhauser1091
      @ursulabornhauser1091 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      For real ❤🎉❤❤❤❤❤❤😊

    • @philodonoghue3062
      @philodonoghue3062 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      And singing was never his forte at all
      It has grown along with the maturing and deepening of him as a man, character, virtuosity, and soul

  • @Musicologist365
    @Musicologist365 2 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    Cried the first 3 times hearing this. The amount of emotion Clapton can get from his guitar is overwhelming to hear. I’m not sure if there is a more emotional song I’ve ever heard. Unreal

    • @lananiella
      @lananiella ปีที่แล้ว

      I love this song so much. Sorry to have to say, but this is the worst version of this I have ever heard. Sloppy, stiff & forced. There is a wonderful deeply emotional studio version and an earlier live one that are perfect.

    • @jemaaelfna
      @jemaaelfna ปีที่แล้ว

      Damn it's true !!!!++

  • @michaellombard894
    @michaellombard894 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    What a musical treasure this man is.

  • @ricklondon4010
    @ricklondon4010 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Pamela Knowles
    8 months ago
    Beautiful,,,seven hours, seven days, or seven years...Brilliant performance!!

  • @leesimkins8254
    @leesimkins8254 2 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    Beautifully written, composed and performed by the great Eric Clapton.

  • @johnbell2100
    @johnbell2100 3 ปีที่แล้ว +105

    This song gets to me every time. I was lucky enough to see him 3 times live. I’m 70 now and I can die happy after seeing such a genius live. Thank you Eric, your my guitar hero

    • @sharonfaithgraves4329
      @sharonfaithgraves4329 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I’ve loved Clapton since I was a kid, but I’ve never had the pleasure of being able to attend any of his concerts. He’s the absolute best

    • @msmithrandir561
      @msmithrandir561 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Seen him 6 times

    • @joeysinkovic377
      @joeysinkovic377 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Hey John 70 is still young. Hope you're still with us.

    • @kazmanr17
      @kazmanr17 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      He is genius with the guitar. Love his songs John. I’m btw turning 69 in 3 months time

    • @Michael-go6rl
      @Michael-go6rl 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I’ve seen him perform live hundreds of times…right here on TH-cam…😎

  • @blcklivesmatter5114
    @blcklivesmatter5114 9 ปีที่แล้ว +84

    Anybody who doesn't see Eric as one of the best pickers, ever, needs to listen to this song

  • @maevebutler4641
    @maevebutler4641 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    My youngest brother passed 6 months ago unexpectedly
    We were so close yet we were living in different Countries
    Face timed each other all through lock down times
    I will never get over losing him
    Eric Claptons songs and music are so great , he writes sing and plays from his heart, an excellent singer & musician, this man is a gift to the world

  • @yvi_bkk
    @yvi_bkk 3 ปีที่แล้ว +200

    My dad past away in 2009 and he was listening his music so much, so we've played Eric Clapton's music on his funeral. Thankful that my dad gave me that love for his music too 🙏🏼 really love Eric Clapton's music so much. It gives me good memories 🥰 Eric Clapton is legend 💯

    • @katy4639
      @katy4639 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      I learnt of music from my dad as well. I’m continually thankful. 🎼

    • @jorgedomeniconi4497
      @jorgedomeniconi4497 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      EC "GOD"

    • @marianelahenriquez4280
      @marianelahenriquez4280 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Me encanta tu letras y música Erik por siempre Un abrazo desde Chile Al final del mundo Que Dios te bendiga hoy y siiempre

    • @frankmisico3153
      @frankmisico3153 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      So I'd your Dad .and you...

    • @kenelkins1841
      @kenelkins1841 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Life is crazy. God bless.

  • @jhow5868
    @jhow5868 8 ปีที่แล้ว +408

    Eric, thank you for teaching the world how to make the guitar weep with sorrow and pure emotion. The sadness of this song has always lifted me through my own sad and lonely days. Long live Eric Clapton, king of guitars!

  • @sherrietrefren2727
    @sherrietrefren2727 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Omg, absolutely the best ever. Love you Eric.

  • @lindamateri7298
    @lindamateri7298 3 ปีที่แล้ว +89

    Pure genius ,, if anybody could put their heart and soul into this song it is Eric Clapton,,, BEAUTIFUL

  • @mariusdamian3661
    @mariusdamian3661 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I could never say in words what Eric Clapton say with his guitar!

  • @singingdog8
    @singingdog8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    From his pain he created this masterpiece,❤

  • @SoWhat.BigDeal.
    @SoWhat.BigDeal. 9 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I should mention, maybe not everyone in the world is aware of it, Clapton plays different solos every night. Some of the short little fills between song lines might be very similar, but when it's time to step up and play he opens his heart and mind and plays what he feels each night. And on this night there was something especially beautiful.

    • @littlewing62
      @littlewing62 9 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      definately a lost art of improvising solos these days..

  • @mpaz48mo
    @mpaz48mo 4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    The trick to watching this incredible performance is to get to a point where you’re not totally geared into watching Eric. Watch the other performers, listen to what they add, what they offer. Simply incredible musicianship.

  • @stephenjones796
    @stephenjones796 8 ปีที่แล้ว +427

    I still cry every time i listen. Don't know why but can't help it. Thank you Eric for being you. I'm 67 and my hope is to be able to see you in concert before I leave this world! Never had the opportunity.

    • @jadedstar3682
      @jadedstar3682 8 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Me too. It's just to Damn beautiful

    • @sallie46
      @sallie46 7 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      I don't know where you live but he's going to play in New York and California this year. Google dates. I finally saw him three years ago in Houston...happy life moment. Go - you deserve to see him!

    • @jingchuanpu8317
      @jingchuanpu8317 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Like sallie46 mentioned, there will be concerts in NY and LA this Sep. Good luck, sir.

    • @GaddyMark
      @GaddyMark 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Stephen Jones good call ! One of my favorite tracks ! He's more phenomenal live than you would ever have thought !!! I hope you get to whiteness the greatness !

    • @HarleyRider7777
      @HarleyRider7777 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Saw Eric Clapton in Jacksonville where he sang this song, Layla, Tears in Heaven and Wonderful Tonight on acoustic guitar...WOWZER!!!

  • @richardmangone4473
    @richardmangone4473 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Steve Gadd plays perfectly on this song. His dynamics and tasteful fills show why he is one of or the greatest studio drummer ever. Clapton, Nathan East, the band plays flawlessly. Breath taking live performance.

  • @luisaberrios6991
    @luisaberrios6991 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    God has blessed with such wisdom, not only you make your guitar SING, but you bring peace to everyone that has suffered just like you.😔 May God fills your heart with PEACE, Happiness & Faith.🙏🏾🙏🏾😇🙏🏾🙏🏾

  • @batbag12
    @batbag12 11 ปีที่แล้ว +66

    Eric is such a huge inspiration to me! I have also suddenly lost a son and I don't know what I would have done without my wife, daughter, and the Pilgrim album. It got me through the hardest time of my life and even though it reminds me of that time I still come back to it all the time to remember my boy... RIP Nolan. Love you buddy!

  • @anthonycain5593
    @anthonycain5593 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I'm 65 I've been listening to Eric since I was 13 he plays from the heart

  • @StPeteG8r
    @StPeteG8r 2 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    Personal turmoil, anguish & grief never sounded so phenomenal. He absolutely knows how to make that Stratocaster cry.. sends shivers up my spine & brings tears to my eyes. Superb !!!

    • @jimchumley7907
      @jimchumley7907 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Yes Eric Clapton is my favorite top 10 guitarist and a very prolific writer. This happened to me after my 17yr marriage fell apart in 2006 and still grieve over the death of my marriage. I didn't want this and I have remained single since then and I'm 64 yrs old now. Even though that bridge was burnt yrs ago I still get a tear in my eye. My daughter who is 31yrs old now suffered dearly over our divorce. Dec.26th however I celebrate a 40yr anniversary with someone who has never abandoned me walking down this narrow road I have been walking and his name is Yeshua Hamashiach! ( Jesus My Messiah!😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

  • @tonjagriffith632
    @tonjagriffith632 9 ปีที่แล้ว +274

    This man has brought so much joy to the world of music, in spite of all his pain!!!! Thank you Eric!!!!

    • @johnforster3643
      @johnforster3643 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      I agree! Mostly! Eric has overcome his very real pain by understanding, through It all and dispite his self inflicted pain and internal relentless struggle against his personal "demons", that he can successfully channel such highly consuming energy into something which benefits so many - his soulful and heartfelt music! This Is not negative nor judgemental concerning his choices but rather a comment concerning the reality that many of his poor choices have given him - so much fuel for his creativity. And this Is a truly magnificent human response which identifies his ability to overcome such adversity by turning It into a creative force. A creativity (and personal story) for which we have benefitted without end (and thankfully so has he)! So Mr. Clapton Is truly deserving of the adulation surrounding his creativity, his longevity and his ability to maintain control over those very real, almost demonic attempts to destroy him all the while creating, for those of us who render to him undivided loyalty and gratitude and many many others, music that touches us to our very soul. It Is my prayer that this man continues to benefit from the heartfelt graditude we share as "fans" and grateful recipients of his gifts of music - music that heals, warms and embraces the very soul of all Who hear, and most importantly listen to, his music endlessly! Thank you Eric for overcoming and hanging on to keep us from all from drowning in our own very real tears!

    • @Miki77
      @Miki77 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I live this artist. .

    • @user-kk2ov2eb3e
      @user-kk2ov2eb3e 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@johnforster3643, I completely agree

  • @evansclan4eva49
    @evansclan4eva49 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    He has always been unique. But between ‘89 and ‘99, no one - I mean NO ONE - could touch him. One brilliant solo after another.

  • @lindamateri7298
    @lindamateri7298 3 ปีที่แล้ว +57

    Eric Clapton has given the world so many beautiful songs not to be forgotten, his guitar playing is nothing short of amazing he makes it weep,, such class from a man who has had more than his share of sorrow but bless him for continuing on ,, what a Gift he has been to the world of music,,, unforgettable and unequaled,,, 👌

    • @user-kk2ov2eb3e
      @user-kk2ov2eb3e 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      And what a gift he IS for all of us!

    • @janhensley3617
      @janhensley3617 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Amen 🙏

    • @marialuzmartinezbaranano722
      @marialuzmartinezbaranano722 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Pienso lo mismo

    • @jorgedomeniconi4497
      @jorgedomeniconi4497 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ERIC PATRICK ",GOD" CLAPTON ...FROM.ARGENTINA BUENOS AIRES!!! EC WAS HERE MANYWHERE!!! MANY YEARS AGO!!! I WAS HERE!🌹♥️💙‼️❗🍷❗🥂🌹🏴‍☠️🍾🍰😎👍🍻🍺‼️💣💥

  • @carlaminga7159
    @carlaminga7159 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Imagine when you hear the music ,you know ,how beautiful this memory always captivates your heart your soul .....

  • @marymolles864
    @marymolles864 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    When my world blew out of the water, I ran in disgrace. E.c. helped me out without prison time. Th.god.

    • @eric_clapton_superconnect
      @eric_clapton_superconnect ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello @marymolles864, I'm glad you're a fan. How are you doing today? It's my pleasure meeting you here. Is this one of your favorite songs?

  • @riverviewvineyard1143
    @riverviewvineyard1143 2 ปีที่แล้ว +55

    I seen Eric play last Tuesday in Nashville, we had great seats, I've seen many great artistic people perform, and now I can easily say I have seen the best. So much heart, soul and emotion displayed by one individual is almost overwhelming . I felt like he was singing my life in his music. Thanks Mr. Clapton.

    • @cubnation
      @cubnation 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks for sharing that! 👍 ❤

    • @karinnorway
      @karinnorway ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I saw him on the 14th June this year in Copenhagen. It was the highest experience of my life. Thank you Eric for giving me and so many others this wonderful feeling by hearing your song and guitar playing. I listen to you and your music every day😍❤️

    • @gypzs9
      @gypzs9 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Very well stated. The object of art is accomplished with this piece, performed so intimately by a master.

    • @loridumm1053
      @loridumm1053 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@cubnation Rock All On

    • @cubnation
      @cubnation ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@loridumm1053 Thank you! I finally saw him in September at the United Center in Chicago. Wow, best concert ever!! ❤❤❤

  • @terryfraser6585
    @terryfraser6585 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Master of Tears.

  • @mynameisdon8883
    @mynameisdon8883 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    Anyone who doesn't think Clapton is one of, if not the the best, guitar player in the world should watch this video again

    • @EC_IS_Here
      @EC_IS_Here ปีที่แล้ว +3

      this is some otther wordly stuff right here! im with ya bud.He sings with that guitar like no other imo.The version from one more car one more rider might be even better idk its tough

    • @darrylammons4446
      @darrylammons4446 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      A Ledgend

    • @cubnation
      @cubnation ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ​@@EC_IS_Here Of course you get the blues, WindyCityKid. It's in your DNA. 😊

  • @gwenlong4176
    @gwenlong4176 2 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    My daily dose of Clapton performing at his best I will forever be greatful for the music this man gives

  • @mariann518
    @mariann518 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    The way he makes the guitar cry💔

  • @vickilee7494
    @vickilee7494 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    He makes that guitar sound like water trickling over rocks in a river. He is magical

  • @RhiannonFan
    @RhiannonFan 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Everyone rightly focuses on Eric; however, the rest of the band each brought their A-game to this incredible performance of 'River Of Tears' - live at Madison Square Gardens 1999.
    Billy Preston - keyboard; Nathan East - bass; Steve Gadd - drums; Andy Fairweather-Low - second guitar; Katie Kissoon - backup singer; Tessa Niles - backup singer

    • @louiscornwell338
      @louiscornwell338 หลายเดือนก่อน

      h
      Eric always had the best musicians and it shows

    • @jamesgregory2962
      @jamesgregory2962 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Gadd Aalways brings his A game..he is the Clapton of drums. This is another Clapton super group.

  • @marianeves87
    @marianeves87 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    I love Eric Clapton. An amazing guitarist, song writer and brilliant singer.
    He definitely can make that guitar cry. 🎸 😘❤
    He's a GENIUS.

  • @zacharyreid9835
    @zacharyreid9835 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    this song is a journey that Clapton takes the listener on... from the melancholy opening to the guitar vocalization of a drowning...the whole thing is tragically super-meta...if it doesn't change you, you're broken

  • @richardbarboza4154
    @richardbarboza4154 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    One of the Clapton tunes I listen to every now and then over and over!

  • @annpalma7634
    @annpalma7634 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    My dad passed away 10 years ago today. They played this song.❤️💔

  • @07311952
    @07311952 12 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I was 16yrs old when I discovered this mans abilities,Ill be 60 in July and I love him more every year.He is and will always be my favorite guitarist

  • @CompleteCretin
    @CompleteCretin 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    The subtle shifts from neck to bridge to middle pickups. It just works so well and it's all part of the genius.

  • @softmusic9437
    @softmusic9437 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    If you are listening this, congrats for Staying ' Alive.

  • @twahn7707
    @twahn7707 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    당신의 음악은 내 영혼을 울립니다.
    from South Korea

  • @mpaz48mo
    @mpaz48mo 6 ปีที่แล้ว +487

    Sadly, when this man puts down his guitar for the last time, there will be no more blues, no more of the most meaningful music ever. He has carried it on his shoulders for 5 decades, kept it alive, honored the best by doing so, taught millions what real heartfelt art is all about and it will all be gone. What a shame.

    • @kiloXrays3227
      @kiloXrays3227 5 ปีที่แล้ว +64

      Gary Clark Jr.,,, John Mayer, Derek trucks...
      The show goes on

    • @jimchumley6568
      @jimchumley6568 5 ปีที่แล้ว +38

      Michael P No there are others who will carry the torch and also younger ones. But Clapton is indeed in a class by himself.

    • @nomopms1
      @nomopms1 5 ปีที่แล้ว +35

      NO ONE compares to Clapton, imo. Yes, there are younger ones who will come up the road, but Clapton is totally in a class by himself.

    • @brentsmith7055
      @brentsmith7055 4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      It won't all be gone. All you have to do is watch the way he has been mentoring young guitarists on stage for decades now. He often stands back to give them room to fly. He said himself that he feels a certain obligation to make sure the Blues keeps on. Clapton was a young guy once himself, and band mates have said he was good, but not yet great. Give the next generation time, there may, or may not, be another Clapton in there, but there are some outstanding musicians in the crop.

    • @TREYOLDHIPPIE
      @TREYOLDHIPPIE 4 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      He WILL NEVER BE GONE

  • @enzogalli5506
    @enzogalli5506 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    This is a masterpiece...tears in my eyes!!! Thank you Mr. Eric Clapton...Great artist!!!

  • @vickeykara8121
    @vickeykara8121 6 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    I love to watch him play guitar. It is almost like he is having an out of body experience. Like he is so at peace when doin it.

  • @froggfather
    @froggfather 7 ปีที่แล้ว +58

    Annnd......That is without a doubt the best guitar player if not the best musician in the world folks!.....soo much heart in the way this man plays his music for us!

    • @vickeykara8121
      @vickeykara8121 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      yep

    • @eddielima2058
      @eddielima2058 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Is true

    • @joeycampbell9072
      @joeycampbell9072 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      There is no doubt he is the best musician whoever lived he can make a guitar talk make it sing make it live

  • @Dalmaoma
    @Dalmaoma 13 ปีที่แล้ว +72

    This is a classic Clapton. The lyrics pull at your heart, beautifully crafted.

  • @samueltayaban2519
    @samueltayaban2519 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Thanks Eric for the beautiful music you brought in this world. My hero since the 70s

  • @peterallen6437
    @peterallen6437 4 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    I first saw Eric in the Yardbirds at the Twisted Wheel Club in Manchester around 1965 and followed his career right to this day, we are all getting older but his music only matures like a vintage bottle of wine and hope never get to the end of this bottle.

  • @donnawherron
    @donnawherron 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    I am thankful to God for Eric and all the Talent that he has to share with all of us. His own pain he has shared with all of us. And we too all can relate to our own pain and suffering if loss and suffering.

  • @graziettacarcetta2498
    @graziettacarcetta2498 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Seen live in Verona Arena some years ago: JAW DROPPING 🏆❤️👏🎸

  • @jrpenalver3208
    @jrpenalver3208 8 ปีที่แล้ว +60

    One of if not the best guitar player ever with a great vocal.

    • @katemurphy2003
      @katemurphy2003 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Absolutely!

    • @ralphphillips2803
      @ralphphillips2803 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@katemurphy2003 my sister describes his voice as having a lived in quality that she finds very appealing.

  • @marilynmullen7471
    @marilynmullen7471 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    the more i listen to his music, the more i realize what incredible music, he played wrote and sung, there is a touch of genuine sadness coming from within his soul, thanks Eric for your music❤

  • @laurajonasen1755
    @laurajonasen1755 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Beautiful song! ❤️

  • @jessieward1709
    @jessieward1709 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I have listened to many good guitarist , but I always go back to Eric Clapton, their is just something about his music that I love, Like This incredible song 🌹🌹

  • @loisrussell6006
    @loisrussell6006 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My favorite guitar man 🇺🇸🎸🇬🇧

  • @melvynguitars5905
    @melvynguitars5905 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Beautiful music! Full of emotions ! Thanks Mr.Clapton!

  • @micksoul
    @micksoul 14 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Clapton is God! I had the chance to hear and see Mr Clapton playing this song on my very first concert, and all I can say, it was the most beautiful and amazing experience in my life! I was crying when Eric was playing the last solo of the song. Thanks Eric!!!!

  • @beezey01
    @beezey01 10 ปีที่แล้ว +126

    "River Of Tears"
    It's three miles to the river
    That would carry me away,
    And two miles to the dusty street
    That I saw you on today.
    It's four miles to my lonely room
    Where I will hide my face,
    And about half a mile to the downtown bar
    That I ran from in disgrace.
    Lord, how long have I got to keep on running,
    Seven hours, seven days or seven years?
    All I know is, since you've been gone
    I feel like I'm drowning in a river,
    Drowning in a river of tears.
    Drowning in a river.
    Feel like I'm drowning,
    Drowning in a river.
    In three more days, I'll leave this town
    And disappear without a trace.
    A year from now, maybe settle down
    Where no one knows my face.
    I wish that I could hold you
    One more time to ease the pain,
    But my time's run out and I got to go,
    Got to run away again.
    Still I catch myself thinking,
    One day I'll find my way back here.
    You'll save me from drowning,
    Drowning in a river,
    Drowning in a river of tears.
    Drowning in a river.
    Feels like I'm drowning,
    Drowning in the river.
    Lord, how long must this go on?
    Drowning in a river,
    Drowning in a river of tears.

    • @kjpiper8398
      @kjpiper8398 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Thank you for taking the time to write these lyrics down for us all to see and follow

    • @keepingitreal.544
      @keepingitreal.544 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Good job :)

    • @violet2048
      @violet2048 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Thank you for the Lyrics

    • @sowhat8028
      @sowhat8028 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      7

    • @hichamhejaji
      @hichamhejaji 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you

  • @gypzs9
    @gypzs9 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    This song pulls me through knots of emotions: fear, bitterness, sorrow, loss, escape, resignation. How is it possible a man can create the sounds coming from this instrument to touch us all.

  • @prabhasray4662
    @prabhasray4662 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I listen to Eric Klapton,the guiter
    wizard,over and over again to fill my heart in my pensive hours.I adore this great performer.

  • @mrp356b
    @mrp356b 12 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Amen. He plays from the heart and soul.

  • @prakashgokool7959
    @prakashgokool7959 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    The best guitar player for me, great sad and gripping song, he makes the guitar talk, goose bumps through the song, I can listen to it everyday.

  • @tonyaraujo404
    @tonyaraujo404 7 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    The best of the best

  • @pamelaknowles1847
    @pamelaknowles1847 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Beautiful,,,seven hours, seven days, or seven years...Brilliant performance!!

    • @adeliaferraz4045
      @adeliaferraz4045 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Há grande emoção ao ouvir esta canção que me toca na alma.Obrigada,Eric

  • @alejandraantonietaanaoliva5735
    @alejandraantonietaanaoliva5735 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Ohhh...Eric Clapton!!...you are one of the fructiferal british musician...how great you sing ever in any style...awesome!!...a master!!...i love you Eric ever!!

  • @paulsmith6086
    @paulsmith6086 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I have no words, just tears.

  • @joemay2640
    @joemay2640 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    He realy can make that guitar 🎸 sing what a magnificent song ❤️

  • @adelestgeorge2864
    @adelestgeorge2864 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    It took me months to listen to this song without crying it touches your soul what a talent

    • @chricpatom1
      @chricpatom1 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      crying is not bad ;-)

  • @barbaraferguson6967
    @barbaraferguson6967 8 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    Not too often a song gives me goose bumps. This man is a legend.

  • @louisfenderstyle
    @louisfenderstyle 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    His name,,,, means it all,,,,, Unique.
    Never ever Will be another . Only one Page, only one Hendrix, only one Gilmour, so is Eric.
    UNIQUE... Thank you Sir, ,, for providing so much.

  • @7yaya754
    @7yaya754 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    One of the best versions of this song that I have listened to a million times. Eric is inspired, so are the ladies and the guys around him. Follow my advise : don't ever listen to this song when sitting on the side of a river a day of sadness after loosing your love. You'd better stay alive and listen to Mr Clapton for the rest of your life.

  • @kageejitoma
    @kageejitoma ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Not only his guitar but it tough of my deepest feeling.😢😢😢😂😂❤❤❤

  • @2002jaiden
    @2002jaiden 12 ปีที่แล้ว +165

    you can almost see tears running down his guitar, never heard anybody else make a guitar "cry" like he can

    • @brianstewart2032
      @brianstewart2032 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      You may want to take a listen to Gary Moore. Parisien walkways , Still got the Blues....

    • @mactaz1517
      @mactaz1517 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@brianstewart2032 why try to "one~up" this magnificent tune and video with Gary? Just enjoy this mystical wonder while Gary sits on the back burner .. smh

    • @mactaz1517
      @mactaz1517 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@brianstewart2032 Oh yeah .. I tried .. and I love(d) Gary Moore .. but no way I could make it through 9 minutes of that shrill~ness .. no comparison .. EC in a landslide ☝️

    • @Bonnie_Lou
      @Bonnie_Lou 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Shit happens every day…. No one seems to give a shit

    • @lawrencesantana7253
      @lawrencesantana7253 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      They are both great guitarist. Only Clapton still plays on and Gary listens from heaven.

  • @maxmalini126
    @maxmalini126 11 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Always make me cry this tune.Thank You Eric for all of this fantastic vibration thru the years.

  • @erniecapistrano2502
    @erniecapistrano2502 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    .... it all came from the Legend... Legends are forever........sir Eric Clapton... 💖🎸🎼🎵🎶

  • @RP-sj5jk
    @RP-sj5jk 8 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    UN REAL. All talent. Thank you for that emotional rollercoaster tonight.

  • @familymemphis
    @familymemphis 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    What a beautiful musical number by the great Mr Clapton. You feel the passion in this number. Talent at it’s best.

  • @kailuabeach1
    @kailuabeach1 14 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    All I can say is WOW!!! I am currently reading The Autobiography of EC. Just a little bit more than halfway through it. I have been trying to pick my favorite song from him. There are just too many to choose from. This song though.....just listening to the opening guitar just kills me. The guitar speaks the lyrics. He plays with such intense feeling in this song. When he begins to sing....SPECTACULAR!! To watch him live here....you can see & feel the emotion. LOVE EC!!

  • @user-kt9gy5jl6d
    @user-kt9gy5jl6d ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Have been a fan of Eric for decades and have seen for four times live in concert and never get tired of hearing him. This song is one of his very best pouring out so much emotion in his voice and with every note played on his guitar you can actually feel so much of his weeping and pain . What a truly great artist he is.🥰🥰🥰🥰

  • @tulaysinmaz9664
    @tulaysinmaz9664 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Thank Eric Clapton for your amazing song💯💯💯💯❤❤❤🤲

  • @MrBobBrazil
    @MrBobBrazil 10 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    That's what I call a crying guitar!!! ERIC CLAPTON.. forever in my heart, no matter what..