Layla Lyrics
Mark Knopfler & Eric Clapton
Lyrics
Whatll you do when you get lonely
No one waiting by your side?
Youve been running and hiding much too long.
You know its just your foolish pride.
Layla, youve got me on my knees.
Layla, Im begging, darling please.
Layla, darling wont you ease my worried mind.
I tried to give you consolation
When your old man had let you down.
Like a fool, I fell in love with you,
Turned my whole world upside down.
Let's make the best of the situation
Before I finally go insane.
Please dont say well never find a way
And tell me all my loves in vain.
Let's make the best of the situation
Before I finally go insane.
Please dont say well never find a way
And tell me all my loves in vain.
Let's make the best of the situation
Before I finally go insane.
Please dont say well never find a way
And tell me all my loves in vain.
Song & Lyrics Facts
Mark Knopfler & Eric Clapton's classic rock hit "Layla" was released in 1970 on the album Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs. The song was written by Eric Clapton, Jim Gordon and Bobby Whitlock, with lyrics by Clapton and Gordon.
It features both musicians playing guitar solos as well as a duet vocal performance. The band members of this famous track are Eric Clapton on lead vocals and guitars, Mark Knopfler on electric guitar, Jim Gordon on drums, Carl Radle on bass, Bobby Whitlock on piano and organ, and Duane Allman on slide guitar. With its beautiful lyrics and memorable melody, "Layla" is one of the most beloved songs of all time.