Still Got the Blues
Eric Clapton
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It used to be so easy, give my heart away I found out the hard way There's a price I have to pay I found in that love is no friend of mine I should have known better, time after time It was so long, so long ago But I've still got the blues for you It used to be so easy, fall in love again I found out the hard way It's a road that leads to pain I found then that love was more than just a game I was playin' to win But losin' just the same It was so long, so long ago But I've still got the blues for you So many years since I've seen your face Here in my heart there's an empty space Where you used to be Well, it was so long, so long ago But I've still got the blues for you Though the days come and go There is one thing I know I've still got the blues for you
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10 facts about this song
Incorrect AttributionContrary to popular belief, the song "Still Got the Blues" is not a collaboration between Eric Clapton and Gary Moore. The song was actually solely written and performed by Gary Moore.
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Debut PopularityThe song "Still Got the Blues" was released as a single in 1990 and quickly became Moore's biggest hit, peaking at number 31 on the UK Singles Chart.
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Album SuccessThe song "Still Got the Blues" is the title track from Gary Moore's eighth studio album, which marked a substantial change in the artist's musical direction; it moved away from his harder rock background and shifted to blues music entirely.
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Accolades"Still Got the Blues" is still widely considered one of the greatest blues songs ever recorded. It showed that Moore's guitar skill was adaptable and that he had a deep appreciation for the blues genre.
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Legal DisputeGary Moore was sued in 1992 by the estate of composer and musician Bobby Parker, claiming the song plagiarized Parker's 1961 track "Watch Your Step". The case was settled out of court.
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Guest MusiciansThe album "Still Got the Blues" features contributions from several renowned artists, including George Harrison and Albert King. However, Eric Clapton was not one of them.
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Legendary Guitar SoloMany guitar enthusiasts regard the solo in "Still Got the Blues" as one of the best in musical history. To this day, the song's melodic guitar work is studied by aspiring blues guitarists worldwide.
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Inspiration"Still Got the Blues" was penned following the death of Moore's father. The heartbreaking inspiration gave birth to a moving and sincere piece.
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Eric Clapton and Gary MooreAlthough they didn't collaborate on "Still Got the Blues", both Clapton and Moore are highly respected in the blues scene. They both have contributed significantly to the genre and are recognized for their exceptional guitar skills.
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LegacyAlthough Moore passed away in 2011, his song "Still Got the Blues" continues to inspire new generations of artists and remains a staple of blues playlists around the world.
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