Eric Clapton is an English rock & blues guitarist, singer & songwriter. He is considered one of the best guitarists in the world & has had a great career in music. He was with many great groups before going solo. The Yardbirds, John Mayall & the Bluesbreakers, Cream, Blind Faith, Derek & The Dominos. He has had a lot of solo hits such as "Layla", "I Shot The Sheriff", "Change The World", "My Father's Eyes", "Cocaine", "Lay Down Sally" etc.

Eric wrote this while he was waiting for his wife, then Patti Boyd to get ready for a party. Initially, he was tired of the wait, but then realized that she looked fantastic and she'd done it for him. (We all know ladies will do that.) So, he changed the tone to be adoring of her and thereby wrote the most requested love song of his entire career. Its a concert favorite (requested even more often than "Layla"), and is highly acclaimed by musicians and critics alike. When a renowned musician writes a tune that you call "cute" they are doing it for a much more profound reason than the fulfillment of any girl's Cinderella aspirations, they are telling a woman what she ultimately needs to hear from her guy. This song is also played at a lot of weddings. Since he was writing from his own life, it took him only about ten minutes to write it. Eric Clapton is the ONLY ARTIST to be inducted into the Rock n Roll Hall Of Fame three times. Every note played on that recording is a brilliant performance of each participating musician and backup singer. I would suggest to all those who want their 'reactions' to be respected, that you start by searching the artist in Wikipedia and then the song there as well. This will prevent you from having to reinvent the wheel in your reactions. He ranks among the most acclaimed guitarists in the world, and beyond question is the most influential guitarist on the face of the earth. No one else even comes close to him in this regard.

Glad you guys are discovering Clapton. You have 60 years of greatness to discover!

Pattie Boyd was first married 11 years to George Harrison, inspired him to write Something (I think) then 10 years to Eric Clapton with same positive effect

Eric is a blues artist. He’s known as Slow Hand because of his playing style. His catalogue is HUGE

So the cutest thing about this reaction is how many times you turned and looked at Sam As Eric was singing"my dear You Look Wonderful Tonight" good move dude. Hope she notices on the playback!😉

A staple of pretty much every wedding reception for years.

Clapton is an awesome guitar player (legend)

A wedding reception is not complete until this song has played.

Yes Sir, you have a very beautiful lady by your side and by the way, you ain't too bad yourself. Love you guys reactions!!

One of the most solid rock songs from Clapton is "Badge" written by Harrison. Kinda overlooked in the total popularity of his work but always a fan favorite at his concerts. Check it out.

From Songfacts: His nickname is "Slowhand," although he plays very fast. His manager started calling him that while he was touring with The Yardbirds in 1964. Clapton was famous for breaking strings because of his ridiculous bends. When he would go backstage to change strings the audience would start a slow hand clap until he returned. Clapton has been a member of The Yardbirds, John Mayall's Bluesbreakers, Cream, Blind Faith, and Derek and the Dominos. Clapton is the only person inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame three times. He is in as a solo artist and as a member of Cream and The Yardbirds. In 1979, he married Pattie Harrison. She was previously married to George Harrison, who remained good friends with Clapton. Clapton declared his love for her on the Derek and the Dominos album Layla And Other Assorted Love Songs in 1970, while she was still married to Harrison. Eric and Pattie divorced in 1988.😊

The way you kept looking at your girl throughout the video bruh was beautiful 🙏 I can tell yall love is real! God bless 🙏

That’s when song writers actually had talents to write the lyrics, music and preform. Eric Clapton was or is one of the best! This favorite love song he does. You are absolutely right, He paints the perfect picture of the night for everyone to feel.

My ex and I use to have a band and do this song as a cover. Use to play keyboard and sing and they sang and played guitar ❤

If you really listen to the lyrics, Eric gets trashed at the party and Patti has to drive him home and put him to bed. A slide of rock star life. A great song. Do the original of Layla.

Clapton wrote this while he waited for Pattie getting ready . She was taking a bit long with makeup and picking out what to wear . They were headed to a party .

Great song.. Derek and the dominoes.. bell bottom blues.. Clapton is a guitar god

You have to do the LIVE performance with the ever-so-beautiful Katie Kissoon

The number of musicians this man's life has intersected with over the years is just astounding. From playing on one of the most beautiful Beatles songs 'While my guitar gently weeps' it was his guitar weeping. To playing some solos for Bob Marley and for Aretha Franklin. To having set a date to record with his good friend Jimi Hendrix and while awaiting him in the airport with a left-handed Strat he'd bought him so he wouldn't have to flip his around anymore, getting told Hendrix had died in Amsterdam. To BB King infront of a crowd of 10's upon 10's of 1000's telling him he hoped he would no longer be around when Clapton died as it would be the saddest day for music and his son of course. It's hard to phatom that we most likely never have know of Bob Marley and Reggea in the West if he hadn't covered 'I shot the Sheriff' or of the Great JJ Cale if he didn't cover 'Cocaine' and 'After Midnight' If this man's life isn't worthy of a movie than noone's is.

Clapton was in love with George Harrison’s wife Patti. This song & Layla is about her. George died of cancer. Suggest the concert for George “ My Guitar Gently Weeps”🔥

Have a look at Eric Clapton - River Of Tears (Live Video) | Warner Vault. It is just class.Cheers both and all the best from England.

myself and husband had this along with three times a lady as our wedding dances

Eric was in several classic bands before going totally solo. The whole Derek And The Dominoes lp was inspired by George Harrisons wife who Eric was in love with. Check out the song "Bell Bottom Blues". It is so so about Patty. He also did the guitar solo on the Beatles song "While My Guitar Gently Weeps". Some cool songs by him are "Motherless Children" and "Slow Down Linda". His nickname was Slowhand and the phrase Clapton Is God was a popular thing back in the day. Speaking of Guitar Gently Weeps, you guys should really check out the live Rock n Roll Hall Of Fame performance featuring Prince. It's incredible and if you're not familiar with the song, check out The Beatles first and then feast your eyes and ears on it. I think it will flip you out.

Hi guys, I know i'm late on this one. But I remember when this song was released back in 1978 and the one you two heard here was the recorded version we all heard on the radio, But there is a live version that is argurably the best version he did of this song called, " Eric Clapton Wonderful Tonight Live greatest version ". It is titled the, "Greatest Version" because it is. Here's why. It is much slower (9;24) and more romantic sounding that will put you in the mood like no other song. You also get to see him sing it as he plays his guitar with other band members doing their thing. This song is long because it is sung so slow as it draws you into it. There is a special wonderful voice at the end that is not on any other versions of this song. The version you reacted to here is just too fast paced to be romantic like it should be. Any couple that is in love should listen to this version of the song. Since you say you rather react to recorded versions first then, live or video versions later, you both are in a for surprize if you watch and listen to this classic live version. This live version was recorded at Royal Albert Hall, London, England, UK, 1990 or 1991.

I shot the sheriff is one of his best. Layla was also 🔥🔥🔥🔥

this song is one of MANY famous songs inspired by Patty Boyd

Great reaction Phil and Sam! I suggest you do a double reaction when when you decide to listen to Layla. The original when he was in Derek and the Dominoes is a rocker. The followup several years later is a beautiful ballad. Hard to believe it's the same song.

A blues and rock guitarist but Eric’s pretty versatile

There's actually a great video for this one as well

Greatest love song ever written.

Great pick! I danced slow to this song with more than a few sweet, lovely ladies back in the day. I’ve followed Clapton sinc he was with “Cream.” Clapton. is also up close to the top of guitarists Best 100. Beautiful song, great lyrics, nice instrumental. Can’t beat it for a slow dance with your lovely, loving partner.

One of my favorite songs from Eric. His guitar playing is awesome and if possible the visual of him playing should always be included in any video.

You are on a good rode!! Check "Layla" do the live version from 2009 its amazing.....the song he wrote for Patti (she was married to George Harrison at the time) they did get divorced later and she married Eric.... and later divorced him....

Nice comments on this classic song. You have an amazing ability to pause a song (as I know you are obligated) and keep it real.

This song was written about Patti Boyd , First married to George Harrison (The Beatles) , then Married to to Eric Clapton (Cream) , interesting story to say the least Songs written about Her ... Eric Clapton - Layla , Bell Bottom Blues , Wonderful Tonight George Harrison - Something

beautiful classic from a legend.

I think Derek and the Dominos live version of Layla is the song to get a feel for Clapton’s rock side. (This band was Clapton’s stab at anonymity). It’s much better than later live recordings as a solo artist

Agree that he has painted a very good picture of the situation

Eric Clapton "See What Love Can Do" & "Motherless Child"

You need to listen to"Layla" live the one that has 151 million views. I know a couple of women back in the 70s who named her daughter after this song

Since you kids are driving down the Clapton Road...you might consider checking out some of the stuff that Eric Clapton did with BB King. They put together perhaps the greatest Blues/Jazz album I've ever heard. Clapton is a top tier guitarist and the album is primarily instrumental but even if you don't react to it check out "Riding with the King"...terrific album.

A MUST HEAR Classic With An Uplifting & Positive Message,, Argent "Hold Your Head Up"

The live version (official video) is really worth watching. ❤ October 2009.

Here are some of his amazing performances to check it out Nothing but the blues Concert- Groaning the blues, five long years, have you ever loved a woman, driftin, it hurts me too 24 nights Concert - edge of darkness, Old love, layla, White room, bad love Concert for George - While my guitar gently weeps One more car one more ride - Bell Bottom Blues River of tears, Reptile, have you ever loved a woman, Badge 2004 Crossroads fest - I shot the sherriff, Cause we’ve ended with Jeff Beck, Cocaine and Layla With Steve Winwood - Little Wing, Voodoo Chile, Forever Man, Can’t find my way home, Presence of the Lord

Fantastic absolutely splendid love song and I wanna to recommend a mid 1970s soulful hit by Leon Haywood "I wanna do something freaky to you" great song structure it's grooven and after his passing many of the top rap artist stoled and sample parts without paying royalties, it's like steal pants and shoes off a dead person shame on them but the song is his and I dig it man, most definitely highly recommended! Enjoy and let's see them faces smile!

This is How I Feel About My Wife PATRICIA ANN I Hope You Feel About Each other Bless You You Both 🙏

This happened back in the 60’s when you guys weren’t even a gleam in your parents eyes! 😊 during those drug filled parties and music influenced by those drugs it was a unique era and some great music was produced!

The true story of wonderful tonight is, That Eric Clapton and his wife Patti Boyd were on their way to watch the Buddy Holly Story at Paul and Linda's McCartneys home And he was waiting for her to get ready for the party and wrote the song as a love song for her and her beauty.

If you were to choose the greatest popular music artist of all time based on three criteria: instrument playing (virtuoso musician), singing (pleasant & passionate voice) and song writing (both melody & lyrics), Clapton would have to be on that short list. He is a bluesman whose earned his stripes in singing them. After two beautiful ballads, may I suggest a good rocker from his vast catalogue, how about "Why Does Love Have to Be So Sad" by Derek & the Dominoes!

Paddy Boyd was married to the Beatles George Harrison who inspired Batles classics like 'Something". Eric Clapton who played the solo on the Beatles 'While My Guitar Gently Weeps' was George Harrison's best friend. Eric fell in love with Pattie Boyd but she stayed leading Eric to write the classic 'Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs' by his band Derek and the Dominoes. Eric descended into severe drug addiction for about 4 years until Pattie eventually married Eric in the mid 1970's.

Clapton is very respected as a blues guitarist and is widely considered one of the best to ever do it. He has also influenced many of the greatest of today's best including Joe Bonamassa whom you have reacted to.

Eric's nick name is SlowHand, he's widely acknowledged as one of the greatest guitarists of all time. Check out Layla for one of the best guitar riffs of all time.

Tracy lawrence- paint me a birmingham. Its a great classic country song to listen to

I have heard this a million times. Back in my bar and club days this was ALWAYS the last song of the night when the ugly girls are beautiful.

My favorite slow dance song.

Patty Boyd was married to George Harrison then Eric Clapton and she is Layla and yet George and Eric remained till George passed she also inspired Something

Eric Clapton performed with derek and the dominos called layla also white room with a band called cream

Always a favorite

6:50 Okay, you got me, I Daaaaww'd at that look...+1 subs for you...keep up the great reactions!

"Cream". That's where you'll find the real Eric Clapton.

Layla is awesome! There is a beautiful piano solo at the end.

I hope you say that to that beautiful woman reacting with you, man. Really like you all's reactions.

This is one of about 10 songs written about Pattie Boyd. About half by Eric Clapton, half by George Harrison.

This is so untypical of EC's usual work. At heart he is a blueser.

“Such a cute little song.” I have to say, over the last 47 years of listening to this wonderful song, I don’t think I’ve ever heard it described this way!

Awesome.

🇨🇦 Badge, the song from his time in the band Cream for sure !

Eric Clapton was in the band Cream .

This was my prom song 😂

If you enjoy listening to the blues, Eric Clapton and BB King did some absolutely fantastic blues songs.

This one is timeless

Yes back in the day the in the late 60's Eric turned down the chance to join the Beatles. Eric play'd a little part on the Beatles White album. The album was a huge success. Clapton was the only outsider to be taken a lead role on the song " While My Guitar Gently Weeps " It was in 1969 George Harrison walked out from the band. So thinking George was out, they knew one guy they wanted to replace George. It was Clapton. But it never happened cause George came back with in days. Could you imagine if Eric joined for good. What a resume Eric would have and not to mention it would of sealed Eric's legacy for good. Wow what a story. Good show you guys! Keep it up! But Eric was in 9 bands and there is no doubt the talent that Eric has, he will be known for generations to come....HUGE TALENT

Always listen to his live performances. Ten times better.

You should do the live version it’s really amazing

Patty was with Eric Clapton at first and then after she met George Harrison which was and continued to be best friends until Georges death from cancer. I have a suggestion for you to check out hey Jude by the Beatles

Layla was written while Pattie Boyd was still married to George Harrison. George Harrison wrote the Beatles song Something. This is the third song about her.

Look for a song called Old Love by him for an opposite take on love.

Rock is full of Rock Ballads…..

It's like Clapton and his guitar are singing a duet

You should do a longer react to him and the songLAYLA. Big hit for him back in the da(very hot heavytune). Then somewhere in the late 90s?!! As an aucustic version.

Listen to Crossroads from the band Cream, one of Clapton's best lead breaks as well as vocals, you'll be involved for quite a spell. Scratching the surface.

You should check out Some Kind of Wonderful by Grand Funk Railroad.

I always enjoy the amazing Sam.

Eric Clapton: Rock and Toll's greatest guitar. Long solo career and a member of many top rock bands. Should try "Crossroads" by the band Cream. Hear him play the guitar the way Mie Tyson threw punches

You all also need to listen to some of his straight blues work...that is what got his the "Clapton is God" motto from the Brits...he is much more a blues artist than a rock artist but he can play anything. Probably the greatest blues guitarist behind Jimi Hendrix and Stevie Ray Vaughan, in my (and many other people's) opinion.

Tried singing that to my wife and all I got was 'what are you after and the answer's no'.....😅

Check out "After Midnight" and "Bell Bottom Blues".

To explore Clapton's roots, go back to Cream: Sunshine of Your Love (1967).

This is my favorite song to dance with my wife of 33 years.

This was a popular prom song back in the day lol

Slow-Hand AKA Eric Clapton one of the greatest guitar players in the world

Just wanted to recommend Change the World live.

I love this song, only sad part is that my hubby's the drummer in his band 😔

You two should listen to Phil Collins - I wish it would rain down. Phil has Eric Clapton playing lead guitar. Trust me, you'll love it.

you may have grown up hearing John Mayer. Clapton is a huge inspiration for him. i mean he is a inspiration for most guitarist but John Mayer plays very similarly

Gotta react to some cream Clapton was the gutair player in that band and it's more rocky

What can you say about an iconic guitar GOD "what they called him in the 60's". Tracked him since the 60's, have most of his recordings and yes he wrote Layla with Patti in mind.... BTW you may or may not know but Eric played the guitar on the Beatles...IE. George Harrison's hit " While my guitar gently weeps"... on the Beatles White Album.

One Way Out - Allman Brothers

Eric was absolutely head over heels in love with George's wife ( one of, if not his best friend) which he eventually did wind up with his desired Love..I think that they're still together ( not sure) ! Eric and George did regain their friendship ?