It includes a version of the successful 1991 single 'Tears in Heaven' and an acoustic version of 'Layla'. From his presence in seminal blues-rockers the Yardbirds to the power trio of Cream and his own solo career, Clapton's work has relied heavily on his electric guitar skills. Unplugged is a 1992 live album by Eric Clapton, recorded at Bray Studios, England in front of an audience for the MTV Unplugged television series. The acoustic surroundings were a fruitful but unexpected turn for Clapton. eric clapton layla (unplugged) lyrics : what will you do when you get lonely and n0bodys waiting by your side youve been running and hiding much too. The show first aired on March 11th, 1992, in the U.S.Ĭlapton's performance on Unplugged nabbed him an armload of trophies at the 1993 Grammy Awards, including Album Of The Year, Best Male Vocal Performance, and Best Male Rock Vocal Performance. Layla (Unplugged version) Lyrics: What will you do when you get lonely / And nobodys waiting by your side Layla Youve got me on my knees, Layla Im begging, darling please, Layla Darling wont you ease my worried mind Lets make the best of the situation Before I finally go insane Please dont say, well never find a way And tell me all my.
Clapton eventually married Boyd in 1979, but they later divorced.Ĭlapton's Unplugged special was taped January 16th, 1992. Clapton fell in love with Patti Boyd, who was at the time married to his friend George Harrison. The history of the song, which has now passed into legend, is rooted in a love triangle. By deconstructing the tune's original electric guitar lines, Clapton performed “Layla” with only the spine of the song intact, a drastic revision. Ironically, the searing blues on the record, and on “Layla” in particular, only increased his reputation.Ĭlapton re-recorded “Layla” for an MTV Unplugged special.
Seeking to downplay his guitar-god status, Eric Clapton refused to have his name included in the group name or album title.
LAYLA UNPLUGGED PROFESSIONAL
We have an official Layla tab made by UG professional guitarists.Check out the tab ». “Layla” was originally released on the Derek & the Dominos album Layla And Other Assorted Love Songs in November 1970. 2,830,340 views, added to favorites 23,151 times. Like a fool, I fell in love with you, Turned my whole world upside down. Recorded: January 16th, 1992, at Bray Studios, Berkshire, England Layla, darling wont you ease my worried mind Layla (Layla) youve got me on my knees. Layla, darling won't you ease my worried mind.