The story resembles those of impossible couples, Romeo and Juliet,... or many more related to unrequited loves.
But this one (Layla) became very popular due to the great importance and the relationship among the characters:
- Eric Clapton, the composer of the song.
- George Harrison, one of the members of The Betles.
- Pattie Boyd (or Pattie Harrison), George Harrison's wife.
George Harrison married Pattie Boyd in 1966. He was a famous Beatle and she was a popular model.They met when The Beatles were filming A Hard Day's Night. The marriage lasted eleven years but finally they divorced after periods of drugs, infidelities and alcohol.
Pattie Boyd and George Harrison
During the time they were happy George composed beautiful songs, such as Something which was written for Boyd. Some consider this song as one the most beautiful love compositions ever.
Something - George Harrison
But Eric Clapton, one of Harrison's best friends at that moment, fell in love with Pattie. Clapton was not corresponded as Pattie struggled to save her marriage with Harrison. She became Clapton's obsession.
Thanks to this difficult situation, Layla was made up! This song is considered a masterpiece and it has been played all over the years.
Layla - Eric Clapton
As Eric Clapton didn't give up and The Harrisons kept on with their marital problems, Layla left George and married Eric in 1979.
Eric Clapton and Pattie Boyd
If Something and Layla are extremely good songs, Clapton also wrote Wonderful Tonight which was also devoted to this woman.
Let us choose a modern version for this song in an attempt of trying to get closer to your likes. If we fail, just listen to good music!!!!
Wonderful Tonight - Eric Clapton
Eventually, the whole story is here, in Pattie Boyd's words. Listen to this video and find out who she has considered the "love of her life".
Pattie Boyd
