In the mid-1960s Clapton left the Yardbirds to play with John Mayall & the Bluesbreakers. Immediately after leaving Mayall, Clapton formed the power trio Cream with drummer Ginger Baker and bassist Jack Bruce, in which Clapton played sustained blues improvisations and "arty, blues-based psychedelic pop". After Cream broke up, he formed blues rock band Blind Faith with Baker, Steve Winwood, and Ric Grech. Clapton's solo career began in the 1970s, where his work bore the influence of the mellow style of J. J. Cale and the reggae of Bob Marley. His version of Marley's "I Shot the Sheriff" helped reggae reach a mass market. Two of his most popular recordings were "Layla", recorded with Derek and the Dominos; and Robert Johnson's "Crossroads", recorded with Cream. Following the death of his son Conor in 1991, Clapton's grief was expressed in the song "Tears in Heaven", which was featured on his Unplugged album.
Clapton has been the recipient of 18 Grammy Awards, and the Brit Award for Outstanding Contribution to Music. In 2004 he was awarded a CBE at Buckingham Palace for services to music. He has received four Ivor Novello Awards from the British Academy of Songwriters, Composers and Authors, including the Lifetime Achievement Award. In his solo career, Clapton has sold more than 100 million records worldwide, making him one of the best-selling musicians of all time. In 1998, Clapton, a recovering alcoholic and drug addict, founded the Crossroads Centre on Antigua, a medical facility for recovering substance abusers.
Come Rain Or Come Shine
Eric Clapton Lyrics
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Come rain or come shine.
High as a mountain and deep as a river,
Come rain or come shine.
Well I guess when you met me
That it was just one of those things,
But don't you ever bet me,
You're gonna love me like nobody's loved me,
Come rain or come shine.
Happy together, unhappy together,
Won't that be fine?
Day may be cloudy or sunny,
We're either in or we're out of the money.
I'm with you always.
I'm with you rain or shine.
You're gonna love me like nobody's loved me,
Come rain or come shine.
Happy together, unhappy together,
Won't that be fine?
Day may be cloudy or sunny,
We're either in or we're out of the money.
I'm with you always.
I'm with you rain or shine.
I'm with you always.
I'm with you rain or shine.
The lyrics of Eric Clapton's song Come Rain or Come Shine speak of a love that is unwavering and enduring, come what may. The first verse paints a picture of a deep and abiding love, promising to love the other person like nobody ever has. The use of "high as a mountain" and "deep as a river" metaphorically communicates the depth and firmness of the love that Clapton sings about. The second verse brings hints of insecurity as Clapton talks about his commitment to be true to his lover if given the chance, asking not to be bet against. The chorus repeats the message of the first verse but with a reversal, saying that "you're" going to love him like nobody ever has, emphasizing that love goes both ways.
The final verse acknowledges that things would not always be rosy, talking of days that are more or less fortunate, but Clapton reassures the listener that he is with them always, through rain or shine. The repetition of the last line reinforces the commitment and steadfastness that is at the core of the song's message.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm gonna love you like nobody's loved you,
I will love you with an unmatched passion.
Come rain or come shine.
No matter what happens.
High as a mountain and deep as a river,
My love is profound and everlasting.
Well I guess when you met me
Perhaps when we initially crossed paths.
That it was just one of those things,
It was fate.
But don't you ever bet me,
Do not underestimate me.
'Cause I'm gonna be true if you let me.
I will be honest and faithful if you permit me.
Day may be cloudy or sunny,
The weather may fluctuate.
We're either in or we're out of the money.
Our financial state may vary.
I'm with you always.
I am by your side at all times.
Happy together, unhappy together,
We will experience both good and bad times.
Won't that be fine?
But ultimately, we will be okay.
You're gonna love me like nobody's loved me,
You will cherish me more than anyone else ever has.
I'm with you rain or shine.
I am committed to you in all circumstances.
Lyrics © Kanjian Music, S.A. MUSIC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Harold Arlen, Johnny Mercer
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@MudBinman
I'm gonna love you like nobody's loved you,
Come rain or come shine.
High as a mountain and deep as a river,
Come rain or come shine.
Well I guess when you met me
That it was just one of those things,
But don't you ever bet me,
'Cause I'm gonna be true if you let me.
You're gonna love me like nobody's loved me,
Come rain or come shine.
Happy together, unhappy together,
Won't that be fine?
Day may be cloudy or sunny,
We're either in or we're out of the money.
I'm with you always.
I'm with you rain or shine.
You're gonna love me like nobody's loved me,
Come rain or come shine.
Happy together, unhappy together,
Won't that be fine?
Day may be cloudy or sunny,
We're either in or we're out of the money.
I'm with you always.
I'm with you rain or shine.
I'm with you always.
I'm with you rain or shine.
@susanm5377
Our 1st dance as a married couple was to this... ❤
@jj1211
Didnt really get Mr. Clapton before I heard this song. I go for voices first. So, this did it for me. I can really hear him on this. Could be because I am half deaf😊 He shines in this even with the legend BB beside him. I dont know anything about guitars but I love them❤ Just listened to Ray Charles version, they really increased the value of this song. Like all the greats!
Thank You Guys for this track x
@davidgibson9504
BB king a great preformer....
He said he would play that guitar until the day he died.....and he did !!!!!!
One of the greats !!!
@serkans.3170
An autumn song !
@tunefultonyjohnson4100
I like the way that BB takes up the whole of the back seat of this limo... that is pure stardom! :)
@rcthagoat9477
I totally love this album
@russjalichandra5491
The sweetest guitar sound of a Fender and a Gibson ever recorded by two of the greatest masters.
@jht7002
This was my wedding song! Great tune!!
@MaxineNelson
Mine too. ☺️
@susanm5377
Ours, too!