Eric Clapton Songs

There are so many Eric Clapton songs that it's nearly impossible to create a "best-of" list. The man has established a place for himself in the music industry unreachable by any other musician to date. Often viewed by critics and fans alike as one of the greatest guitarists of all time, Clapton is a true music legend.

In an industry where pop royalty status reigns over by performers like Britney Spears and Miley Cyrus, only a few legends stand out. One of them is Eric Clapton. He is the only musician ever to have been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame three times – as a member of The Yardbirds, Cream, and as a solo performer.

Although Clapton has varied his musical style throughout his career, it has always remained grounded in the blues. While he's experimented with a few different genres over the years, the majority of Eric Clapton songs reflect this focus.

Eric Clapton has gained notoriety as a singer, songwriter, composer, and most of all, guitarist. Having recorded over 40 albums in his lengthy career, there is something for everyone in his impressive oeuvre.

Eric Clapton's music has evolved over the years. Some fans prefer his early work, some his latter, and some a variety of songs throughout the decades. The following is a cross-section of some of his more popular selections.

• Crossroads (1968)

This was the track that merited Clapton the famous graffiti that said, "Clapton is God". Crossroads is a different take on the Robert Johnson blues standard, complete with the impressive guitar work and long improvisations that propelled Clapton to god-like status in London's 1960s music scene.

• Badge (1969)

Another selection from his years with Cream, Badge was co-written with George Harrison. Although more of a pop track than Clapton's usual blues preference, Badge has become a standard in Eric's concert repertoire, perhaps as a fond tribute to his old friend George.

• Layla (1970)

Layla was unsuccessful on its initial release but it has gone on to become one of rock's most definitive love songs. Originally recorded when he was with Derek and the Dominoes, Clapton released a stripped-down, mellow version on his 1994 Unplugged album that is just as powerful and popular.

• Bell Bottom Blues (1970)

From the Layla album, Bell Bottom Blues was written by Clapton and performed by Derek and the Dominoes. Written for Patti Boyd, the track is likely the second most well known song from the album, surpassed only by the famous title song. It has become one of Clapton's standards for his live shows.

• Have You Ever Loved A Woman (1970)

This is one of Eric Clapton's signature songs, also from his Derek and the Dominoes days. A Chicago-blues-style tune that includes some heavy improvisations, Have You Ever Loved A Woman is legendary Clapton material. Here he conveys painful and lucid emotions, again in reference to his love for Patti Boyd.

• I Shot The Sheriff (1974)

Clapton didn't want to use this on the 461 Ocean Boulevard album because he thought it might seem disrespectful to Bob Marley. Members of his band and management convinced him otherwise. It ended up becoming his first number one in the U.S. (and Bob Marley was a fan).

• Cocaine (1977)

This J.J. Cale classic has been immortalized, thanks to Clapton's amazing guitar playing. Written and originally recorded by the Oklahoma blues guitarist, Clapton recorded his version a year after Cale released his. Clapton has recorded several songs written by Cale, including After Midnight and Travelin' Light. Cocaine appears on the Slowhand album.

• Wonderful Tonight (1977)

This is one of Eric Clapton's most well known songs. From the Slowhand album, this romantic ballad has become a fixture at proms and in romantic movies.

• Forever Man (1985)

This song was added to the album Behind the Sun because the record company felt it needed some songs that were more upbeat. It’s about a man trying to convince his woman that he’s really in love with her. It was written at a difficult time in Clapton's marriage.

• She’s Waiting (1985)

Also from Behind the Sun, this is an anthem for all women in bad relationships. The song is sung to the man treating her badly, implying that Clapton's going to take the woman away from him. This is one of his more romantic songs.

• It’s In The Way That You Use It (1986)

From the August album, this song was on the soundtrack for the movie The Color of Money. The lyrics are about an older man telling a younger one how not to screw up - a terrific 80s rock tune.

• Running On Faith (1989)

From the Journeyman album, this song captures that classic sadness heard in so many of Clapton’s songs.

• Tears In Heaven (1992)

One of Clapton's most successful songs, it has a tragic story behind it. The touching acoustic ballad was inspired by the death of his 4-year-old son and aches with intense sadness and reflection.

There are too many great Eric Clapton songs to list, but for new fans of the guitar legend looking for a sampling, this list is a great place to start.

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