Got to Get Better In a Little While

Eric Clapton, Derek & the Dominos

About Got to Get Better In a Little While

"Got to Get Better in a Little While" is a rock song written by the British rock guitarist and singer Eric Clapton for his work with the band Derek and the Dominos. The song was originally recorded in the studio for the planned release of a second Derek and the Dominos album. Instead, the song first appeared in a live version on the 1973 live album In Concert. The song was released on Clapton's solo 1988 compilation Crossroads and later appeared on the band's album Live at the Fillmore in 1994. The 40th Anniversary Super Deluxe Edition release of the 1970 studio album by Derek and the Dominos, included the original take with newly-recorded organ and vocals by Bobby Whitlock and a second "jam version". The song, with "Layla" as the B-side was released as 7-inch single on 21 March 2011. On December 12, 2012, Clapton performed the song as part of his three-song setlist at the 12-12-12: The Concert for Sandy Relief along with "Nobody Knows You When You're Down and Out" and "Crossroads". His live version was also included on the eponymous album released on January 5, 2013. Clapton's take on the song was considered a "stand-out performance" from the album and was therefore released as the first single from the album on December 18, 2012 as a music download. In 2013, Clapton recorded yet another live version of the song for his Crossroads Guitar Festival. The take on the tune was released as a video single on October 21, 2013 through Clapton's official YouTube channel to promote the compact disc, DVD, Blu-ray and vinyl release of the festival. The magazine Guitar World called the release a "souvenir of Eric Clapton's latest star-studded charity concert, which took place in April at Madison Square Garden" and praised Clapton's live take. In 2016, released the song as part of the live album Live in San Diego. Guitarist Rich Robinson covered the song and released his version of "Got to Get Better in a Little While" on the eponymous ten-inch vinyl single along with the originals "Look Through My Window" and "Falling Away" on April 16, 2016 through Eagle Records. 


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Don't you know what's wrong with me?
I'm seeing things I don't want to see.
Sniffing things that ain't no good for me.
I'm going down fast, won't you say a prayer for me?

[Chorus:]
It's got to get better in a little while.
It's got to get better in a little while.
It's got to get better in a little while.
It's got to get better in a little while.

The sun's got to shine on my guitar someday.
Revolution all across the land.
Just like Sly, you got to take a stand.
Please don't hurt nobody, don't knock them down;
Give them a helping hand to get off the ground.

[Chorus]

Still one thing that you can do;
Fall down on your knees and pray.
I know the Lord's gonna answer you.
Don't do it tomorrow, do it today.

[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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Artist's Background
"Got to Get Better in a Little While" is a song by Eric Clapton, an English rock and blues guitarist, singer, and songwriter. Clapton is the only three-time inductee to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and is widely regarded as one of the greatest rock and roll musicians of all time.
Song Composition
This song was written and composed by Clapton himself.
Band Collaboration
The song was originally performed by "Derek and the Dominos," a blues-rock band formed in the spring of 1970 by Eric Clapton alongside Bobby Whitlock, Carl Radle, and Jim Gordon.
Album Release
It first appeared on the Band's Derek and the Dominos' only studio album, "Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs," in 1970.
Song's Theme
The lyrics of "Got to Get Better in a Little While" express themes of hope and resilience, indicating a determination to overcome difficult circumstances.
Live Performances
Clapton often includes this song in his live performances. The 2001 live album "One More Car, One More Rider" features a version of the song.
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by multiple artists. American blues-rock trio, "The Vaughan Brothers," covered the song in their 1990 album, "Family Style."
Song's Resurgence
After a hiatus, Clapton re-introduced this song into his setlist during the 2000s and has since regularly played it in his live shows.
Musical Structure
Musically, the song features Clapton's notable guitar work, a sturdy drums beat, and a strong blues-rock feel.
Song's Length
The studio recording of "Got to Get Better in a Little While" is notable for its length, running more than 5 minutes long. In live performances, the song often extends even longer due to improvisations and guitar solos.

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