Double Trouble

Eric Clapton

About Double Trouble

"Double Trouble" is a blues song written and recorded by Chicago blues guitarist Otis Rush in 1958. Since its release as a single in 1959, the song has been recorded by several blues and other artists, including several versions by Eric Clapton. Stevie Ray Vaughan named his band "Double Trouble" after Rush's song. In 2008, Rush's original version was inducted into the Blues Foundation Hall of Fame, who called it a "minor-key masterpiece".


Year:
1999
4:22
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[Chorus:]
Lay awake at night,
Oh so low, just so troubled.
Can't get a job,
Laid off and I'm having double trouble.

Hey hey, to make you've got to try.
Baby, that's no lie.
Some of this generation is millionaires,
I can't even keep decent clothes to wear.

Laugh at me walking,
And I have no place to go.
Bad luck and trouble has taken me
I have no money to show.

[Chorus]

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Eric Clapton

Eric Patrick Clapton, CBE (born 30 March 1945) is an English guitarist and singer-songwriter. Clapton is the only three-time inductee to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame: once as a solo artist, and separately as a member of The Yardbirds and Cream. Clapton has been referred to as one of the most important and influential guitarists of all time. Clapton ranked second in Rolling Stone magazine's list of the "100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time" and fourth in Gibson's Top 50 Guitarists of All Time. more »

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Written by: Otis Rush

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10 facts about this song

Background
"Double Trouble" is a blues song written by Otis Rush in 1958 and popularized by other artists like Eric Clapton.
Song Composition
The song showcases classic blues motifs, with melancholic lyrics that discuss personal hardship and turmoil.
Otis Rush Version
Released in 1958, Otis Rush's original version set the foundation for future renditions. It features Rush's distinctive guitar play and high, strained vocals, with a usual accompaniment by saxophones.
Eric Clapton's Interpretation
Eric Clapton covered "Double Trouble" on his 1977 album "Slowhand." His rendition slowed down the tempo and emphasized the lead guitar and vocals more than the original.
Live Performances
Clapton performed this song numerous times in his concerts. Each of his live renditions has its specific atmosphere, often matching the general mood of the event he performed at.
Associated Artists
Besides Otis Rush and Eric Clapton, "Double Trouble" has been covered by other artists such as Stevie Ray Vaughan and John Mayall.
Influence
The song "Double Trouble" impacted many blues musicians. Notably, Stevie Ray Vaughan named his band "Double Trouble" after this song.
Recognition
Noted as one of the standout tracks from Rush's discography, "Double Trouble" is an iconic song within the blues genre that has been recognized by multiple hall of fame institutes.
Lyrics
The lyrics of the song refects a person's struggles with love and relationships.
Success
Both versions of "Double Trouble" by Otis Rush and Eric Clapton received good critical acclaim and are beloved by blues enthusiasts around the world.

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