Layla, recorded by Derek and the Dominos, was inspired by a deep infatuation that Eric Clapton had for Pattie Boyd, the wife of his friend George Harrison. Additional inspiration came from the epic love story Layla and Majnun by Persian poet Nizami Ganjavi, reflecting a theme of unrequited love. The song became famous for both its powerful melody and dual guitar solo, and the songs second, instrumental part was composed by Jim Gordon.
What will you do when you get lonely? No one waiting by your side You've been runnin' and hiding much too long You know it's just your foolish pride
Layla Got me on my knees, Layla I'm beggin' darling please, Layla Darling won't you ease my worried mind?
I tried to give you consolation Your old man he let you down Like a fool, I fell in love with you You turned my whole world upside down
Layla You've got me on my knees, Layla I'm beggin' darling please, Layla Darling won't you ease my worried mind?
Make the best of the situation Before I finally go insane Please don't say we'll never find a way Tell me all my love's in vain
Layla You've got me on my knees, Layla I'm beggin' darling please, Layla Darling won't you ease my worried mind? Layla You've got me on my knees, Layla I'm beggin' darling please, Layla Darling won't you ease my worried mind?
Layla You've got me on my knees, Layla I'm beggin' darling please, Layla Darling won't you ease my worried mind? Layla You've got me on my knees, Layla I'm beggin' darling please, Layla Darling won't you ease my worried mind?