I'm so glad
ERIC CLAPTON &/THE CREAM Lyrics


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[Chorus:]
I'm so glad
I'm so glad
I'm glad, I'm glad, I'm glad

Don't know what to do
Don't know what to do
Don't know what to do

Tired of weeping
Tired of moaning
Tired of groaning for you

[Chorus]

Tired of weeping
Tired of moaning
Tired of groaning for you





[Chorus: x8]

Overall Meaning

Eric Clapton & The Cream's song "I'm so glad" is essentially an upbeat blues song that talks about a man who has finally emerged from a long period of sadness brought about by a difficult romantic relationship. The song begins with the declaration, "I'm so glad," as the singer expresses his joy at finally feeling free from the emotional tumult he has been experiencing. He emphasizes this feeling by repeating the phrase, "I'm glad, I'm glad, I'm glad," three times. He then goes on to express his confusion regarding what he should do with his newfound joy.


The singer then goes into the refrain of the song where he talks about his weariness and lack of energy from always weeping, moaning, and groaning over his romantic troubles. He repeats this refrain twice before going back to the chorus.


The chorus repeats the initial declaration of joy, "I'm so glad," eight times, emphasizing the singer's happiness and relief. He cannot contain his joy and continues repeating the phrase until the end of the song.


Overall, "I'm so glad" is a classic blues song that talks about the indescribable feeling of freedom and happiness after a long period of emotional pain. Through the use of effective repetition and traditional blues rhythms, Eric Clapton & The Cream have created a timeless piece of music.


Line by Line Meaning

I'm so glad
I am overwhelmed with happiness and joy


I'm so glad
I am ecstatic and grateful beyond words


I'm glad, I'm glad, I'm glad
I am repeatedly expressing my elation and satisfaction


Don't know what to do
I am at a loss, unsure of my next steps


Don't know what to do
I am feeling perplexed and uncertain


Don't know what to do
I am struggling with indecision and confusion


Tired of weeping
I am exhausted from crying and shedding tears


Tired of moaning
I am worn out from expressing my sorrow and anguish


Tired of groaning for you
I am fatigued from my longing and yearning for you


I'm so glad
I am once again expressing my immense joy and contentment


I'm so glad
I am still overwhelmed with happiness and gratification


I'm glad, I'm glad, I'm glad
I am still relentlessly conveying my excitement and satisfaction


Tired of weeping
I am still drained from shedding tears


Tired of moaning
I am still fatigued from expressing my sorrow


Tired of groaning for you
I am still weary from my intense longing for you




Lyrics © WYNWOOD MUSIC CO. INC.
Written by: NEHEMIAH CURTIS "SKIP" JAMES

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Comments from YouTube:

chuck simon

Eric Clapton! Looked like a Beatle back in those days..But His superb guitar style & music was pure psychedelic blues, just like his Disraeli Gears Cream album cover! So cool!

Ray Berczik

This one takes me way back to when I was first learning guitar, man I was about 8 years old and thought eric Clapton was untouchable on guitar, he is such a phenomenal player. Thanks for posting this video!!

CORI ANN M

Eddie Van Halen's interview in R.S. took me here. Have always loved old soul Eric Clapton and his bluesy guitar riffs

Sandro Kiknadze

Brilliant!

Joe Jensen

I wish the bass was louder in the mix, great song.

Be Well

Got the Cream album with this song in 1968 or 69. Instant Calpton fan.

Morris Harlan

Wooow!!!

Rafael Eduardo

Se tivesse som, seria até iteressante

Brian Glade

A bit slower and calmer than 1968

Daily Dose of Blues

Like the skip james one XD

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