This Eric Clapton Song Was Released By Another Artist First
One of Clapton's biggest hits was released just five months after another artist featured it on her album.
Eric Clapton is one of the most legendary guitar players of all time, having made multiple lists for all-time best guitar players. His over 60-year-long career has included major success as both a solo artist and as a member of various bands, including The Yardbirds, Cream, and The Dirty Mac (just to name a few). His expansive discography earned him a long list of accolades, including 18 Grammy Awards, a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, and a triple induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, amongst many other honors.
