This is about his son that died from falling out of 53 story apartment window in NYC. The child was 4. This knowledge makes this song even more sadder that it already is

This song was written after his son Connor died. Connor was only 4 years old and died after falling out of the window of a high rise in New York City that was left open by a cleaning crew...

Eric Clapton is the only person to be inducted in the Rock n Roll hall of fame 3 times. With his band the Yardbirds, his band Cream, and as a solo artist. He is also an extraordinary guitar player. Top 100 guitar player of all time lost in Rolling Stone named him #2 only behind Jimi Hendrix! He did an album with BB King called Riding with the King...its fantastic!

Eric Clapton is one of the greatest guitarists of all time. A reporter asked him “What’s it like being the greatest guitar players, ever?” He replied, “I don’t know, go ask Prince.” Clapton is a treasure.

Eric Clapton is one of the greatest guitarists and musicians to ever exist.

"He looks like a teacher." Yes, but get this...in the 60's, in swinging London there was graffiti everywhere saying "Clapton is God". That's how much he was revered as a guitarist. And then he got even bigger with Cream, one of the best rock bands ever. Then Derek & the Dominoes, then a successful solo career. In a way, Clapton never gets old.💙🌿💚

Hug your children and tell them you love them every day, cause you never know when they'll be taken from you.

My heart breaks every time I hear this. I lost my son too and understand the anguish he has gone through.

By now you know this song is for his 4 year old son Conor, who fell out of a window of the mother’s NYC apartment on the 53 floor. Clapton was hard core rocker in his early days. Played with a few bands and heavily into chemicals. This event happened just after he got clean. His music is often meant to touch your emotions. He is considered one of the premier guitarist of his generation. He is in his 70s now and diagnosed with peripheral neuropathy... serious lower back pain. He can’t play guitar much anymore. I know his condition well. I am much younger but I have it as well. Lots of pain. He lived hard and played hard. I am sorry for anyone who knows this kind of pain. Thank you! ❤️

He’s singing to his 4yr old son. Who died tragically, when he fell out of a window (53 stories high). Eric Clapton is the only artist that has been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 3 times. The Yardbirds ‘92, Cream ‘93 & his solo career in 2000. The movie is Rush (‘91) Starring: Jennifer Jason Leigh Jason Patric

For such a plain guy, he is the most celebrated rock star in history. The only 3 time inductee to the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame with a career that pre-dates Jimi Hendrix (who wanted to be Clapton). Clapton received the nickname god. This song is about the death of his four year old son.

He wrote this after his 4-year-old son fell 50 stories to his death!!! The song was in a movie, I forget the name. But the first time he sang this live was at The Grammys that year, and before the song was finished, everybody in the building was in tears!! It was an amazing TV moment!

Dude you are on an emotional journey today, but some amazing music reactions ❤. I love this song, my dad would listen to this music all the time. Unfortunately this song has a sad background, written for Eric's 4yr old son who died. The boy fell from the 53rd floor of a New York apartment window.

The movie is Rush.

He did write this song for his son who fell from his ex's window in a New York high rise he was just a toddler about 3 years old. He was on jis way to pick him up to go to the zoo when it happened. Just heart breaking when I watched a story about it.

Written for his son after a tragic death....always makes me cry

On February 24, 1993, my 17-year-old daughter and I watched the Grammy Awards together. When Eric took the stage to perform "Tears In Heaven," my daughter was like, oh no, this song is so sad; it makes me cry. About halfway through the performance, I glanced over at her and she wasn't even misty-eyed, much less in tears. She was watching and listening with rapt attention, but she had a peculiar look about her that I had never seen, could not decipher and am still hard-pressed to describe. On April 9, she would be a passenger in a car that hit a light pole; on May 7, her coffin would be carried by six teenage boys and "Tears ... " would be one of the songs played that day. I still wonder what was going through her mind that night in February '93, as we watched Eric Clapton. I wonder how many millions of funerals this song has been part of, and how many millions of notes, with laminated obituaries of people's dead children enclosed, Eric has received. Because, yeah, I did that, too. And I wonder if these things helped him, hurt him or did neither.

You should check Layla by him. It's more fun.

We understand. I've cried for over the Hundreth time to this song. And do so Every Time; tears streaming, reconunting the day this extradinary world-class guitarist and man lost his young child, and in such a horrendous way. Oh God! And it amazes me that you haven't heard of Eric Clapton! And Cream, Jack Bruce bass guitarist unparalled, at the time, and Ginger Baker; African Style Drummer/Laya with Derek and the Dominos, Blind Faith (meh) . . . compared in quality to the demi-god, Jimi Hendrix. Go check out "Strange Brew," and another hundred great tunes. Layla is fun and commercial, but intensity of Cream at the time of Classic late60's/early 70's Birth of R 'n R stands the test of time . . .

This song is about his 4yr son that fell out a high rise window and was killed. I’ve lost a child, this song kills me!😢

Very sad song. Another piece of information, Stevie ray vaghan says Jimi Hendrix was the greatest and Jimi said Eric Clapton was the greatest. S.R.V. was the G.O.A.T. ✌

Ohhhhhh Lord...reminds me of my son that passed 😭😭

I was driving over the 59th St bridge in NYC the morning this tragedy happened, Claptons son landed on a rooftop down below from the building he fell from, and you could see the sheet covering his body and the police up there , it was so heartbreaking to see . Poor Eric had been through so many tragedies and he was finally finding happiness, and was so happy to have a so only to lose him.

It's about Connor. Cry every time I hear it! Can't imagine the pain!

He looks like a school teacher but he’s the Slow Hand himself, one of the best blues guitarists of all time. I remember when his son died . It was incredibly tragic and it reminded me of losing my dad when I was 12. You wonder if they’ll know you after so many years and so many changes.

Should react to "Layla " live. One of the best guitarists of all time!

I was really impressed with how you concentrated on the song, without getting too caught up in the scenes from some movie. Lately, I've seen three different reaction videos from three different people, who got so caught up in some attached scenes, that they basically paid no attention to the song itself. I appreciate how you stayed zoned in on the song.

Dude your videos make my day. Thanks

Your reactions are on point once again & you get the song hell yeah

As for Clapton, I'm partial to his days with the band Cream. Sunshine of my Love and White Room are awesome

🤣😂🤣😂.. "my nipple itches, don't judge me."... ROFLMFAO, here we go again 😂. Now I'm just trying 2 figure out how in TF I missed this reaction earlier?? I grew up on Eric Clapton and I 💜 this song. It's so sad though, very hard 2 think about the meaning behind this song (especially when ur a parent) 😭. Beautiful song and great reaction Mr. Video 💯! Wonderful Tonight is another 🔥🔥 Eric Clapton song u may enjoy. Hope ur doing well.

Wait, you DID review this song! I just can't keep up with you 😆 Having said that, I love discovering older vidoes and observe how much you've grown and opened up to your audience over the course of just 2 months. I am sure it's not easy to be vulnerable (even occasionally), when there is almost 100K (😯) people watching you, but it's much appreciated.

Mr. Video I'm a huge fan of your reaction videos. This song is so beautiful and sad at the same time.

Such a sad song Eric Clapton managed to sing such a touching sad song of his beautiful young son. He was such a lovely boy.

You are a beautiful human being ...so empathic xxx

Mr. Video what is it? Teary Thursday? Damn... chills activated... thanks for the reaction

The brutal loss of a child.....and Eric Clapton writes this song. Saw this guy live 3 times, and seeing is believing when he plays...it looks effortless. One of the best to ever do it.....lots of great songs in his catalog. 🎼🎶🎸😎

one of the bbest blues guitar players around -- he is up there with b.b. king, stevie ray vaughn, and does a yearly blues festival that can occasionally be found on tv -- layla is a good song -- there are actually too many to put down here just type in his name and you will find him love your reactions -- lots of fun

I love Clapton's response when an interviewer asked him how does it feel to be the best guitar player ever, he said, "I dont know, ask Prince"...

The movie shown in this video is Rush from 1992, definitely worth watching.

Shhiiiittt!! Was not expectin you to get to this one....wow! Flashbacks heavy. You really gotta look his life up, you'll appreciate it!

This is the man that gave me the push to start playing guitar 11 years ago, listen to everything by him and his previous bands... I recommend listening to his version of Have You Ever Loved A Woman and It Hurts Me Too 🔥🔥🎸🎸

My oldest daughter is named Layla after a Clapton song that you need to check out also my oldest son is named Jimi after Hendrix too

"That's what we do here. We don't just listen to the Song..." ...and that's what we love bout u...besides many other things...keep on spending laughter and emotions...all the best to u and your family.

He wrote this song for his son who passed away after falling out of a hotel window. I can barely contain my emotions hearing this song as a father to a son myself.

Damn, my heart broke a little when I heard you say you didn't know Eric Clapton lol. Welcome, brother 🎸😉

Good man. Been watching many of your videos for a while now. Keep doing a good job and the channel will grow in no time. Btw, if you wanna see some crossovers, people falling, amazing skills and goals please watch Quaresma - bad boujee

E. C....aka slow hand..love all his music. He's pretty much seen and done everything...good & bad... Wonderful tonight..my personal favorite..great reaction😎😎

One of the best guitarists in the world, and that ever lived !!!😍

Eric Clapton the blues and rock man. And can make that guitar cry too. 💯 Rest In Peace Conor ✝🕊

You're the best just subbed🔥💯

Actually it was the third floor balcony (which didn't have railing). And because of that very incident.... a law or federal regulation was passed, requiring all hotels to have specific railing up on all balconies.

Indeed my guy! Good vibes indeed! 👌🏽

I always love your reaction it gets me through my hard times in my life as you always put a smile on my face I appreciate you man lots of love from the UK My mum lost 3 kids Simon 35 years David 12 years and Arthur at New born my mum listens to this beautiful song to stay stronge as she is a stronge women there is only 3 of us left out of the 6 and I can also relate to this song as it hurts everyday that I can't be with my brothers 😔

If you have kids, and know the back story of this song, it will bring tears to your eyes every time. As you can see in the other comments, the song is about Eric losing his young son.

All the sad songs lately. This one just makes me bawl, especially once I became a mom. Definitely one of the saddest songs I've ever heard.

I'm impressed with all of the knowledge that you people have about Eric Clapton, yes my heart goes out to him and his wife; losing a baby in anyway is tragic, and heartbreaking 😢. I'm not a Eric Clapton fan unfortunately but I do have respect for any artist that others love ♥️.

I lost my momma 8 years ago. This song and Mom by Garth Brooks always gets me. Thanks for reacting to it

Clapton is considered one of the greatest rock guitarists of all time. His hits include "Layla:, "Cocaine" and many others. Eric's five year old son was living in New York City in a high rise. The boy pressed against the window pane and the glass gave way. Clapton's son fell to his death. This song is about him.

One of the all-time saddest songs! I can't imagine the pain he went through losing his son in such a tragic way, and so young. I used to play this song on the piano, and I would get so emotional just playing it. 😢

Eric Clapton is a living legend!!

Missing your videos so I’m re-watching as I often do- btw- were you ever told that angels were bowling whenever we heard thunder? I remember being told that as a kid too- 😉. 💜✌️✨

❤❤..Love Eric..favorite Clapton song.

"He looks like a teacher" =D I never noticed before but you are 100% correct. Mr. Hemmington indeed!

You are a beautiful soul. I see you, feeling. Blessings!

He's one of the greatest guitar players around.

Beautiful ✌🏻

I got to see him live 7 years ago. My mind was just blown away. GOAT!!! ✌️💗😊

Clapton has one of the longest and storied careers in all of rock music.... he’s still active as far as I know... from the 60’s until now... he’s had quite a run.... and a pretty fascinating life...

Won a Grammy song of the year I believe. One of Greatest rock/blues guitarist ever and influenced rock n roll tremendously. His son fell out a high rise window, awhile back he had to stopped playing the song cause of bad memories.

This guy is one helluva character. I'm not sure if I even come here anymore for his analyses or his antics. I like him!

The story behind the song is even sadder than the tune.. His wife and 4 year old son lived in an upper floor apartment in NYC.. The housekeeper opened the window to clean it but got distracted (dont remember if it was the phone or doorbell) and the kid ran out the window.. He wrote this song coming out of a deep depression.

Eric Clapton is in my top five of greatest lyricists and guitarists of all time!

Anything from Cream period is the best, Up there with Carlos Santana, that would be a great reaction also. Santana from the Abraxas album. Bell Bottom Blues by Clapton, excellent stuff, Maynard!

Guitar god right there!

"That was deep." It certainly was. 💜💫✌🏻🎵

His *24 Nights* concert was kickass! RocknRoll Blues heaven! 🎤 *Watch Yourself* , *Bad Love* , *Have You Ever Loved A Woman* 🎤 😍 With blues pianist bro Jimmy Johnson. You would LOVE it. (He also been jamming with BB King for years) #blues

One of the most beautiful and emotional songs, especially once you know the story about his son.

There is one song just about everyone has heard. It's played on every radio station on the last day of school, obviously schools out. I have an aunt who was an elementary school teacher for about 40 years and she told that teachers liked it just as much as students did. They played this song loud on the last day.

Saddest song ever! Hey bro I think you have been holding back I think you can sing pretty good!

Yes, it makes me sad as well. I lost both my son's within two years but I'm always aware there are too many other people struggling with the same emotions.

"I don't know who Eric Clapton is." OMG. Tears right there.

This song was written about the death of his four year old son, who fell from a multiple floor building because of an opened window. Clapton is considered one of the world's greatest guitarists. If you haven't hear his "Layla", you must hear it.

"He look like a teacheeer!" Ahaha

“Mr Hemington” 😂😂

This song should put you in your feelings. It's very heartfelt & heartbreaking. Eric's son, Conor, was 4yrs old & was playing hide & seek with his nanny. He ran into a room where the janitor had move a wall of glass & ran out the window& fell from the 53 floor. It was devastating. This song was written by Eric for his son. I can't even imagine the loss. If you go back to your vid at 3:45 I think you were thinking about someone & there is a small white orb that comes from your left shoulder & lands at your wrist. I thought maybe you had lost someone too. Much love & God Bless!!!

So sad, and painful for the loss of his youbg child. What a great tribute to his son and the love he has for him.

The movie is called rush, good flick. The guitarist/singer Clapton is very talented. Good job my friend.

Hes an amazing blues and rock singer.

This sing us so beautiful and heartbreaking. I remember when it was first released and we all heard the story of how he wrote it for his son.

R.I.P. and Respect

Try Eric Clapton Unplugged - Nobody Knows You When You're Down And Out. He's one of the best modern bluesman out here.

He also did a song with Phil Collins 'I wish would rain down'. The video is so great!!

Man this song always makes me tear up a little. It was the one song my father could play and sing, lost him last March.

Still can't believe there are people out there who don't know who Eric Clapton is!!! Nor know what...who this song is for & about. You know from the lyrics & melidy it's about the pain amd torment if losing someone you loved beyond measure. Look at Eric Clampton's face at the end of the song and you may get a clue as to why many folks, me included, break into tears when we hear it.

Early in his career Eric had some heavy issues with drug addiction (from which he recovered), hence 'I don't belong here'. His son was so young, 'would you know my name'? Great songs are heartfelt. This is a great song. Interesting factoid: Phil Collins played his own song about his friend Eric's loss 'Since I Lost You' to get his approval before Genesis put it on their album 'We Can't Dance'. Eric approved and then sang 'Tears' for Phil and asked if it should be a single. Collins said it was beautiful but wouldn't make a single. 'Shows what I know' Phil quipped.

Best guitarist ever ❤️!

My favorit song 💞

Had privilege of hearing him play at Wembley arena. Mesmerising.

Oh LAWD...I just put the funking tissues up!!!! Damn ya!❤ Lighting up and hitting play!