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.
Hold On I
Eric Clapton Lyrics
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She said, "Stop what you're doing and baby come on home!"
I can't hold out
I can't hold out too long
I get a real good feeling talking to you on the phone
You said, "Baby, don't you worry, you're my heart's desire
I can't hold out
I can't hold out too long
I get a real good feeling talking to you on the phone
She said, "Baby you can run, you can walk or fly
You know that I love you, you're my heart's desire"
I can't hold out
I can't hold out too long
I get a real good feeling talking to you on the phone
I talked to my baby, I talked to my baby
I talked to my baby, I talked to my baby
I get a real good feeling talking to you on the phone
In Eric Clapton's song "I Can't Hold Out," he sings about talking to his lover on the telephone and feeling a sense of longing to be with her. The lyrics suggest that his lover is urging him to come home, and he finds himself unable to resist her request. He expresses that he gets a great feeling when talking to her on the phone, indicating that their conversations and connection bring him much joy.
The song's chorus of "I can't hold out, I can't hold out too long" suggest that Clapton is struggling with his desire to be with his lover and the difficulties that may come with their relationship, particularly the distance between them. However, this doesn't stop him from feeling deeply for her and experiencing joy in their conversations.
Overall, the song conveys a sense of longing and desire for connection with someone you love, despite the challenges that may come your way. It shows the power of communication and how even a simple phone call can create a bond between two people.
Line by Line Meaning
I just talked to my baby on the telephone
I recently had a conversation with my beloved over the phone.
She said, "Stop what you're doing and baby come on home!"
My partner asked me to stop what I am doing and return home.
I can't hold out
I cannot resist the feelings I have towards my lover.
I can't hold out too long
My temptation to be with my soulmate is too strong, it cannot be suppressed for a long time.
I get a real good feeling talking to you on the phone
I experience a delightful sensation whenever I converse with my significant other.
You said, "Baby, don't you worry, you're my heart's desire
My partner reassured me that I am their ultimate love and aspiration.
You know that I love you, I can't stand to see you cry"
My soulmate loves me deeply and cannot stand to see me upset.
She said, "Baby you can run, you can walk or fly
My partner told me that I can use whichever means of transportation to return to them, even if it means running, walking or flying.
I talked to my baby, I talked to my baby
I had a conversation with my beloved, and it was very meaningful to me.
I get a real good feeling talking to you on the phone
Whenever I discuss things with my lover on the phone, it generates a sense of joy within me.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Eric Patrick Clapton
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@PedroGarcia-vz4ry
That conversation between Lucille and Blackie at the end of the song is AMAZING.
@timdz6165
The guitar riff exchange at the end is incredible
@dano1234ize
turning a masterpiece of soul music into a blues number is only given to these 2 blues giants to do so , so good.
@iamcornholiothegreat
how can someone dislike this...makes no sense...
@daniellezulfer7553
Played this song at my Father's funeral, per his request...
@ioflowboy
Lol he's riding with the king now brother ✌
@MrRockSF
Great song, B.B. King is a King of Blues, R.I.P.
@messi5601
bb king is THE king of the blues no doubt
@joefriedman9843
2 of the best to ever play the instrument
@pabloperez4063
And sing