Ed Sheeran Says Clapton’s “Layla” Inspired Him to Be a Musician Before Playing a Bit of the Song

Ed Sheeran reveals how watching Eric Clapton perform “Layla” at a young age was what inspired him to be a

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[miked]

It's cool how honest he is about his guitar skills. This guy never claimed to be the best guitarist ever but people still judge him for only playing (fairly) simple chords.

[Judewilkinsonjfk]

His voice sounds super clean. Would like to hear the full version of this interpretation.

[Labyrinth]

There are many different ways to define a “good” guitar player.

Ed is solid. He plays great.

[douglasjarnagan]

He has good musicianship. He doesn't shred, as he readily admits, but he plays what he knows very well. And that is really all you need to do as a guitar player.

[potatochicko]

Whenever an instrumental is going and Ed comes in with his vocals it's always a head turner. Something about his singing voice is so great

[wecandobetter]

The song Layla was and still is one of the best pieces of music ever. Duane Allman helped make a great song one for the ages

[BWLDR_]

Love how humble Ed is, perfect role model for all the up and comers!

[electricurinal]

All anyone needs is to be able to play in tune... and with a voice like that, it's all you need.

[acelarson]

Man I don't know his music at all but this guy has an amazing voice and plays pretty good, I will search out his music now.

[pjextra]

He's so modest. Truly a great man!

[davidodonohoe]

Gotta admire the honesty. Might be the most down to earth musician on the planet.

[jukedar]

A very talented young guitarist, hope to be around as a performer for a long time to come

[viewoftheaskew]

World's most popular looping artist, he took it to the main stage!

[whdmsgurr]

It's really nice to have my favorite singer sing it. I hope this song comes out as an official song.

[livvybethk]

I love the honesty that he doesn't pretend to be amazing at guitar and he made that choice. He's a good singer, writes decent music and is a good person with it.

[prathameshbhambure]

Clapton truly is unbelievably inspirational!

[debramckay]

Layla. One of my favourite songs of all time 🤗

[channarodrigo]

Ed knows what he is good at and sticks to that.. respect!!

[shadowstorm]

I want to hear him actually cover that song as raw as he just did it. I'd So buy the album !!!

[tivarshgovender]

As a guitarist of 13 years, I'm still learning and I love your take on an icon Eric Clapton song. I bet he would be proud how you improvised and made it your own!!! You are an inspiration Ed Sheeran and definitely our generation's version of Eric Clapton!!