This is one of my favorite songs of all time. I’m a mid 50’s white woman, and I would melt if a man said these things to me. It is a gorgeous tribute to his late wife. She was, indeed, a very fortunate and loved woman. We should all be so fortunate. Omg how romantic. Love your channel as it mends the current racial divide that is promoted and perpetrated in this country. Keep up the good work!
Actually, he wrote this for Patti Boyd Harrison. She was George Harrison's wife and left George for Eric shortly before he recorded this song. Eric and Patti got married soon after, but the marriage was troubled from the beginning, even though they did stay together for more than 10 years. Despite it all, George, Eric and Patti all managed to remain friends. George always referred to Eric as his best friend, even jokingly calling him his "husband-in-law". Eric also wrote Layla for Patti several years earlier (he changed the name so it wasn't so obvious), and George wrote Something for her. And she's also still alive. Eric has been married several times and all of his ex-wives are still alive.
Sunshine Mae - I agree, but the woman whom he wrote this song for, his ex-wife Pattie Boyd, is actually still alive to this day. She wrote an autobiography called "Wonderful Tonight: George Harrison, Eric Clapton, and Me."
This is in my opinion the worlds greatest love song written by one of the worlds best guitarists. He is my go to music when I want to listen to good peaceful music.
A couple others from that album that a killer tunes, are Cocaine and Lay Down Sally from the Slow Hand album. He has so so many. Huge catalog. Different bands.
This was written for his wife at the time, Patti, ( who was first married to his best friend George Harrison, he wrote the Beatles song "Something " for her while they were still married).
She is the only woman I know of to have 3 truly famous love songs written about her. 1) Something by George Harrison. 2) Layla by Eric & also this song wonderful tonight.
Was honored to hear him play it several times live..he played his song Layla w an acoustic guitar sitting on a wooden chair alone on stage and the crowd of thousands were silent..he's genius
Lol! It’s “our song “ my husband has always said he never got sappy about songs but we were driving one day and it came on the radio he started crying and said he always thinks about me when he hears it❤️
Ours to 42 yrs and still going strong. love at 1st sight at a new yrs eve party. We conceived our daughter the same night and this song was playing. i know its TMI but its all true.
Just found your channel and already obsessed! Love your videos. This song is one of the most beautiful songs I’ve ever heard. He has a tragic story. He lost his little boy. He fell out of a window years ago. He was just a little boy. It’s heartbreaking. There’s a song he has called “tears in Heaven” and it’s about his boy. Have some tissues nearby. It’s hard to listen to knowing what happened, but it’s a beautiful song.
Yes-an absolute favorite! And I certainly have listened to it over and over through the years- another must is “Tears in Heaven.” True and heartbreaking story behind it- ❤️💛💟☮️
My next door neighbor just gave me 50 or 60 records, including Derek and the Dominos. Of course I knew Bell Bottom Blues. But for whatever reason, I kept going back to it. The "desperation" in it is so intense. I've come to agree with you.
@@tinasparacino3067 How is it so far? I ordered a book by Chris O'dell. She's an American that ended up working for the Beatles at Apple Records. I read an article where Chris said Pattie had 1 stipulation if they were going to be friends.....that Chris not sleep with George. Chris did sleep with Ringo though.
Jay.. Eric Clapton is so smooth. His guitar playing is definitely one of the best that ever played the instrument. I am enjoying your reactions to music I have listened to my whole life. Seeing your raw first time emotions and perspective to the best songs of my decades growing up in Va. Thanks for a small escape during such an upsetting time in our country. ☮️
This is the perfect love song and when your husband sings quietly as you dance it's even better. I can remember being able to walk and dance without getting upset as my memories are so special. The shame is I can't dance in my wheelchair lol. Your reactions are honest and genuine and I love watching you and listening to what you think. I really wish others were as open to the decades of music that came before they were born. Perhaps they could learn from it as I have. Peace to you all, take care and stay safe please Mary-Ellen UK
I love every note and every word. I really like it that at the end he changed his words from you look wonderful tonight to you ARE wonderful tonight...sigh.
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE THIS song. It has always brought tears to my eyes. Please review Cocaine from the same album. Also, both versions of Layla are outstanding masterpieces!
Great reaction! This was our wedding song when I married my second wife. I had chills running up and down my spine as we danced to this song. She was blonde and she was beautiful. Thanks for bringing back some great memories.
@@bevmordek5968 Here's his reaction this past fall to "Tears in Heaven." He reacted to the music video that had clips from the 1991 movie "Rush," with Jason Patric and Jennifer Jason Leigh. I didn't see the movie back then and before was only familiar with Eric's "MTV Unplugged" version of the song. th-cam.com/video/dlnZ0dERTZU/w-d-xo.html
Also, please consider reviewing some of Judy Collins' work. One of her most beautiful is her rendition of "Amazing Grace," but she has many beautiful selections. Almost anything from Carol King's Tapestry album is also worth reviewing. I particularly love Motown music. The Temptations, The Four Tops, The Isley Brothers, and even the Drifters are all fabulous.
Man... I can't believe nobody reacts to EC's "Layla" and "Who Does Love Have To Be So Sad" from his Derek and the Dominos days with Duane Allman on slide... now that would be a fire reaction
I have struggled almost all my life...alcoholic thru my 20s 30s...finally recovering from it..I'm a recovering alcoholic who feels like I'm starting life..this Sept 2022 I'll have 5 years sobriety and I'll be turning 40 in oct... Anyways I worked with this woman for almost a year and I barely know her but she is giving me good vibes and we always notice each other..this song makes me think of her.
Clapton is the master, and this is one of his best creations.
Old slow hand... I love this song,
Tears every time.
This is one of my favorite songs of all time. I’m a mid 50’s white woman, and I would melt if a man said these things to me. It is a gorgeous tribute to his late wife. She was, indeed, a very fortunate and loved woman. We should all be so fortunate. Omg how romantic.
Love your channel as it mends the current racial divide that is promoted and perpetrated in this country. Keep up the good work!
Actually, he wrote this for Patti Boyd Harrison. She was George Harrison's wife and left George for Eric shortly before he recorded this song. Eric and Patti got married soon after, but the marriage was troubled from the beginning, even though they did stay together for more than 10 years. Despite it all, George, Eric and Patti all managed to remain friends. George always referred to Eric as his best friend, even jokingly calling him his "husband-in-law". Eric also wrote Layla for Patti several years earlier (he changed the name so it wasn't so obvious), and George wrote Something for her. And she's also still alive. Eric has been married several times and all of his ex-wives are still alive.
I 100percent agree with u.
Sunshine Mae - I agree, but the woman whom he wrote this song for, his ex-wife Pattie Boyd, is actually still alive to this day. She wrote an autobiography called "Wonderful Tonight: George Harrison, Eric Clapton, and Me."
This tribute sounds very depressing and not very happy or joyful
This is in my opinion the worlds greatest love song written by one of the worlds best guitarists. He is my go to music when I want to listen to good peaceful music.
I love how genuine your reactions are
Bruh... you are killing it with the tunes
This is my favorite song by Eric Clapton, I get chill's every time I hear it!!
This was my wife and I’s first dance song at our wedding. I love this song
Same here.
I’m planning this to be my 1st song or shania Twain “From this moment” 🥰
A couple others from that album that a killer tunes, are Cocaine and Lay Down Sally from the Slow Hand album. He has so so many. Huge catalog. Different bands.
Agreed, whole-heartedly
Me too. Those are great suggestions.
Change the world was another great one that he did with Babyface
He wrote this song when he was waiting for his girlfriend to get ready to go out. They were going to a Buddy Holly tribute.
I love it
This was written for his wife at the time, Patti, ( who was first married to his best friend George Harrison, he wrote the Beatles song "Something " for her while they were still married).
Patti was also the "Layla" in the song of the same name - I'm not sure there is another one woman who has inspired or been the subject of more songs.
She is the only woman I know of to have 3 truly famous love songs written about her. 1) Something by George Harrison. 2) Layla by Eric & also this song wonderful tonight.
And he and George remained friends, too! lol
You should try "Lady in Red" by Chris de Burgh!
@@gaylesmith5690 I mean she was a beauty !
What a lovely song . He has so many tears in heaven is beautiful. Good reaction once again.
This is a classic song. So beautifully written and performed. Clapton at his best
This song melts my heart every time I hear it
Was honored to hear him play it several times live..he played his song Layla w an acoustic guitar sitting on a wooden chair alone on stage and the crowd of thousands were silent..he's genius
Such a talented musician and fantastic song, intense and strong emotions, fantastic, great guitar work as usual from Eric........:-)
"That's me and my husband's song." Said every middle-aged couple ever.😚😍
Try tell me that you love me. I used it as wedding vow 26 yrs ago
Lol right?! Literally the most romantic song of all time.
Lol! It’s “our song “ my husband has always said he never got sappy about songs but we were driving one day and it came on the radio he started crying and said he always thinks about me when he hears it❤️
True it was mine and my wife's first dance
Ours to 42 yrs and still going strong. love at 1st sight at a new yrs eve party. We conceived our daughter the same night and this song was playing. i know its TMI but its all true.
Just found your channel and already obsessed! Love your videos. This song is one of the most beautiful songs I’ve ever heard. He has a tragic story. He lost his little boy. He fell out of a window years ago. He was just a little boy. It’s heartbreaking. There’s a song he has called “tears in Heaven” and it’s about his boy. Have some tissues nearby. It’s hard to listen to knowing what happened, but it’s a beautiful song.
Yes-an absolute favorite! And I certainly have listened to it over and over through the years- another must is “Tears in Heaven.” True and heartbreaking story behind it- ❤️💛💟☮️
I've always felt that the unsung hero of this amazing song is the organ part.
Just beautiful. Eric Clapton is such an incredible singer/guitarist/songwriter. Love him so much. xx
So many happy hearts when this song is played on HS dance floors throughout the decades. Sloooooow dance :) Peace!
This shows what a legend Eric Clapton is. One of the greatest.
I absolutely love this song. It tells a beautiful story and describes how a couple should care for and love each other.
Always the best. I'm glad you listened to Eric Clapton. Love so many songs from him.
Try Eric when he was with Cream. Sunshine of my Love.
Another huge yes!
Oh you're on a roll with some killer tunes. Thanks. I know you will enjoy it
low rider He most definitely IS with this group of artists tonight! Wow! Some of my all time favorites!
@@sherlockhemlock5655 ditto. He's doing it again today lol.
BELL BOTTOM BLUES. It's also about Pattie Boyd Harrison. The lyrics and his delivery (vocals) are more desperate than Layla IMHO.
100%
My next door neighbor just gave me 50 or 60 records, including Derek and the Dominos. Of course I knew Bell Bottom Blues. But for whatever reason, I kept going back to it. The "desperation" in it is so intense. I've come to agree with you.
I have wondered if she's the most written about non-famous woman. Eric, George & someone else wrote songs about her.
I’m currently reading the Patty Boyd book Wonderful Tonight. Very interesting book about her life.
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How is it so far? I ordered a book by Chris O'dell. She's an American that ended up working for the Beatles at Apple Records. I read an article where Chris said Pattie had 1 stipulation if they were going to be friends.....that Chris not sleep with George. Chris did sleep with Ringo though.
Play tears in heaven. Eric wrote the song for his son that passed at the age of 4.
Jay.. Eric Clapton is so smooth. His guitar playing is definitely one of the best that ever played the instrument. I am enjoying your reactions to music I have listened to my whole life. Seeing your raw first time emotions and perspective to the best songs of my decades growing up in Va. Thanks for a small escape during such an upsetting time in our country. ☮️
If you like Eric Clapton you will love his "Layla", its amazing, him at hes BEST
My favorite Eric Clapton is Bell Bottom Blues (Derek and the Dominoes). I think you'll love the emotion. Check it out!
I'll second, third, and fourth that!...
Me, too! Just discovered Bell Bottom Blues about a week ago and can't stop listening. Definitely recommend that one.
This is my favorite song. Eric Clapton is mega talented. Thank you for appreciating his work. I just love your channel.
This song is so beautiful! Makes me so happy and emotional. One of Clapton's finest!! Glad you're experiencing this great musical journey!! 👍👍👍
They don't make songs like this anymore , story telling 👌 Clapton is one of the BEST.....this song is timeless 💯
When the words match with the soul and instruments it becomes timeless. It speaks to people for generation's.
It is so touching to watch your reactions to music you’re listening to, I can’t wait to watch more!
This was my prom song almost 30 years ago. ❤️ Brings back memories.
This is the perfect love song and when your husband sings quietly as you dance it's even better. I can remember being able to walk and dance without getting upset as my memories are so special. The shame is I can't dance in my wheelchair lol. Your reactions are honest and genuine and I love watching you and listening to what you think. I really wish others were as open to the decades of music that came before they were born. Perhaps they could learn from it as I have. Peace to you all, take care and stay safe please Mary-Ellen UK
One of the most beautiful songs I've ever heard this and his song Tears in Heaven
Absolutely love this song! You gotta react to his classics, Layla and Cocaine.
One classic artist. Love this song, this was the song that me and my wife had our first dance to when we got married.
Love Clapton♥️ Do “While my Guitar gently Weeps” concert for George.✨ Clapton & the surviving members of the Beatles among others. 🎸🎸
....and Prince left them all in dust!
Yes Prince did. Sorely missed
Silky smooth that Eric Clapton! That guitar though! Wow is right!
Our wedding song.....30 years next year.....God willing!
Without doubt one of the greatest songs ever written and a performance to match.☮️
One of the most beautiful songs ever written. It's always been one of my favorites. I loved your reaction, Jay! ❤ You really felt it!
New to your channel......I am LOVING seeing your amazing appreciation of songs recorded before your birth.
My hubbys song for me and the song "Thank you." By Zep been married 36 years. So yes these song work.
Love this song, Clapton is always a class act.
I so much admire your deep admiration for great music. Love to watch you!
I love every note and every word. I really like it that at the end he changed his words from you look wonderful tonight to you ARE wonderful tonight...sigh.
Fantastic song a classic by Clapton
I just love your reactions! You can tell you really FEAL the songs.
Love Love Love💕💕💕this song,
Tears... just tears listening to this.😢😢😢😢
Eric Clapton does an awesome version of Bob Marley's "I Shot the Sheriff" .
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE THIS song. It has always brought tears to my eyes. Please review Cocaine from the same album. Also, both versions of Layla are outstanding masterpieces!
Love your openess to all music , Much Respect !!!
what a beautiful love song!
One of my favorites by Clapton...beautiful!
Great reaction! This was our wedding song when I married my second wife. I had chills running up and down my spine as we danced to this song. She was blonde and she was beautiful. Thanks for bringing back some great memories.
Eric Clapton is in a class all his own !
Check out Eric Clapton's song "Change the World," from the 1996 John Travolta movie "Phenomenon."
Yes!!
Yes check out "if I could change the world".and" tears in.heaven " both amazing songs
@@bevmordek5968 Here's his reaction this past fall to "Tears in Heaven." He reacted to the music video that had clips from the 1991 movie "Rush," with Jason Patric and Jennifer Jason Leigh. I didn't see the movie back then and before was only familiar with Eric's "MTV Unplugged" version of the song. th-cam.com/video/dlnZ0dERTZU/w-d-xo.html
My father was a great guitarist and singer when he was alive. This was one of his favourite songs.
Great reaction 👍
One of Eric's greatest !
beautiful song!!
I love all the songs you give your reaction to! Takes me back to the first time I heard them. Your amazing and enjoy listening with you.
I'm 50 next week. Tears streaming down my cheeks. Powerful stuff!
Also, please consider reviewing some of Judy Collins' work. One of her most beautiful is her rendition of "Amazing Grace," but she has many beautiful selections. Almost anything from Carol King's Tapestry album is also worth reviewing.
I particularly love Motown music. The Temptations, The Four Tops, The Isley Brothers, and even the Drifters are all fabulous.
One of my favorites !!!
Beautiful love song!
Great song. Another favorite and blast from the past! Such a sweet reaction from you!
I’m a metal head ,but this song always gives me goosebumps 🤘🏻 lol
The magic of Eric Clapton
He almost always plays this live, and really emphasizes the melody line with the guitar and builds it out....
BEAUTIFUL !!!!!!
One of my all time favs....✌️❤️
I knew you would love this. It's such a sweet song. 💗
I really enjoyed your reaction... you have an open heart... so cool
Gorgeous song
Loooooove this song.
Man... I can't believe nobody reacts to EC's "Layla" and "Who Does Love Have To Be So Sad" from his Derek and the Dominos days with Duane Allman on slide... now that would be a fire reaction
Such a beautiful song. No wonder so many couples have it as part of their wedding.
Yvonne Elliman provided backing vocals on this one. She’s a great singer in her own right. Try her song If I Can’t Have You.
I was going to look if you had done this song, and then it auto played while I was at the other end of the house. So happy!
This is an older Clapton song that I have loved since the first time I heard it. His backup singers are beautiful too.
That guitar is weeping!
Such a romantic song ❤️
As others have mentioned... Bell Bottom Blues. Beautiful as well.
There’s a generation conceived to this song ❤️
You have such good taste in music. I love it. Keep doing your thing ❤️
Layla! Amazing song. My son named his daughter Layla because of this song.
I have struggled almost all my life...alcoholic thru my 20s 30s...finally recovering from it..I'm a recovering alcoholic who feels like I'm starting life..this Sept 2022 I'll have 5 years sobriety and I'll be turning 40 in oct... Anyways I worked with this woman for almost a year and I barely know her but she is giving me good vibes and we always notice each other..this song makes me think of her.
One of the greatest!
Great great song
Everybody knows Clapton is a master guitarist, but the intimacy in these lyrics... what a writer, as well.
GOOSEBUMP TIME!
Slowhand. Please do Layla by Derek and the Dominos (Eric Clapton)
Yes Layla
Yes do Layla
His best song hands down ❤