Cocaine

Eric Clapton

About Cocaine

"Cocaine" is a song written and recorded in 1976 by singer-songwriter J. J. Cale. The song was popularized by Eric Clapton after his cover version was released on the 1977 album Slowhand.


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If you want to hang out, you've gotta take her out, cocaine
If you want to get down, get down on the ground, cocaine

She don't lie, she don't lie, she don't lie,
Cocaine

If you got that lose, you want to kick them blues, cocaine
When your day is done, and you want to ride on cocaine

She don't lie, she don't lie, she don't lie,
Cocaine

If your day is gone, and you want to ride on, cocaine
Don't forget this fact, you can't get it back, cocaine

She don't lie, she don't lie, she don't lie,
Cocaine

She don't lie, she don't lie, she don't lie,
Cocaine

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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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Written by: J. J. Cale

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10 facts about this song

Song Release
"Cocaine" is a song by the British rock musician Eric Clapton. It was included in his 1977 studio album "Slowhand".
Lyricist
Interestingly, the song was not written by Eric Clapton himself. The actual songwriter was J.J. Cale, an American songwriter, who first released it on his 1976 studio album "Troubadour".
Chart Performance
Although the song was never released as a single in the US, it has remained one of Clapton's most popular songs during his concerts. In Canada, it successfully reached number 3 on the charts when released as a single in 1980.
Controversial Content
This song has caused controversy due to its perceived celebration of drug use. However, Clapton has frequently clarified that it is an anti-drug song intended to describe the empty allure of cocaine.
Live Performances
During live performances, especially in the later part of his career, Eric Clapton frequently added the phrase "that dirty cocaine" in the song lyrics to emphasize the negative aspect of drug use.
Musical Style
Musically, "Cocaine" is a blues rock song characterized by two guitar solos and an understated, simple rhythm that manages to capture the hypnotic effects of the drug it's based on.
Influential Cover
Clapton's version of the song has been so influential that many listeners aren't aware that it's a cover. His rendition of "Cocaine" is arguably more famous than J.J. Cale's original.
Song Legacy
Despite its controversy, the tune remains a classic rock standard and has been covered by many musicians in various genres since its release. Some who have covered the song include Nazareth, Blackfoot, and Buckcherry.
Variations in Performances
Clapton's performances of the song have shifted stylistically over the years, sometimes featuring longer solos, sometimes simplifying the song's original arrangement.
Album Success
The album "Slowhand," which features "Cocaine," is considered by many to be Eric Clapton's most successful album. It's highly acclaimed by fans and critics alike. "Cocaine" played a significant role in making the album popular.

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