For me there is something primitively soothing about this music, and it went straight to my nervous system, making me feel ten feet tall.
Eric ClaptonAt first the music almost repelled me, it was so intense, and this man made no attempt to sugarcoat what he was trying to say, or play. It was hard-core, more than anything I had ever heard. After a few listenings I realized that, on some level, I had found the master, and that following this man's example would be my life's work.
Eric ClaptonIt sounds strange for me to be saying this, but I've come around to the idea that sex really is for procreation.
Eric ClaptonThere are people these days who can do things on the guitar which are beyond my reach. There's one guy who plays with Queen who can do things I would dream of doing. I sincerely mean that.
Eric Clapton