this is one of my favorite clapton songs. it speaks, intensely, of the unconditional love he felt for this woman (presumably patti harrison - whom he writes about in "layla"). on the last verse, though, he says "don't be surprised if you find me with another lover." so while this song speaks of overpowering, weakening love, it also speaks of his ability to overcome a love that does him no good. that is what makes it so fabulous.
this is one of my favorite clapton songs. it speaks, intensely, of the unconditional love he felt for this woman (presumably patti harrison - whom he writes about in "layla"). on the last verse, though, he says "don't be surprised if you find me with another lover." so while this song speaks of overpowering, weakening love, it also speaks of his ability to overcome a love that does him no good. that is what makes it so fabulous.