Got to Get better in a Little While
Eric Clapton, Derek & the Dominos
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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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Written by: ERIC PATRICK CLAPTON
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10 facts about this song
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.
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Song CompositionThis song was written and composed by Clapton himself.
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Band CollaborationThe 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.
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Album ReleaseIt first appeared on the Band's Derek and the Dominos' only studio album, "Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs," in 1970.
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Song's ThemeThe lyrics of "Got to Get Better in a Little While" express themes of hope and resilience, indicating a determination to overcome difficult circumstances.
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Live PerformancesClapton often includes this song in his live performances. The 2001 live album "One More Car, One More Rider" features a version of the song.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by multiple artists. American blues-rock trio, "The Vaughan Brothers," covered the song in their 1990 album, "Family Style."
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Song's ResurgenceAfter a hiatus, Clapton re-introduced this song into his setlist during the 2000s and has since regularly played it in his live shows.
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Musical StructureMusically, the song features Clapton's notable guitar work, a sturdy drums beat, and a strong blues-rock feel.
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Song's LengthThe 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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