Tears In Heaven – Eric Clapton
“Tears in Heaven” is a ballad written by Eric Clapton and Will Jennings about the pain Clapton felt following the death of his four-year-old son, Conor, who fell from a window of the 53rd-floor New York apartment of his mother’s friend, on March 20, 1991. Clapton, who arrived at the apartment shortly after the accident, was visibly distraught for months afterwards. This song is one of Clapton’s most successful, reaching #2 on the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart in the U.S. The song also spent three weeks at #1 on the American adult contemporary chart in 1992. What did you think? Please tell us in the comment section below and remember to sign up for our free newsletter.
November 18, 2023 @ 9:53 am
Such a tragedy for any parent to experience. A beautiful tribute to this precious little one. Thank you, Eric, for sharing your love in this way.
October 2, 2022 @ 7:04 pm
Such a sad event for any parent to experience. It does make you consider quite seriously the existence of an afterlife. Bless you for writing and singing this sweet sweet song.
July 26, 2020 @ 3:32 pm
So tragic, I remember when it happened. What do you say to parents, or anyone, when something like this happens. A beautiful remembrance for his son. Heartbreaking.
July 26, 2020 @ 10:58 am
I truly love this song. Thanks so much for posting it.
July 26, 2020 @ 9:08 am
this song is so touching,
July 26, 2020 @ 5:44 am
Great song, very moving with strong potent.
August 24, 2018 @ 11:07 pm
Have always loved this song…Hard to believe it has been that long!!!
July 21, 2018 @ 11:41 am
love this song, so much
July 21, 2018 @ 10:53 am
I saw Eric Clapton in Hyde park, the lyrics touched my heart and soul as it did all those years ago. I am SO pleased that he has made it after the turmoil years.
July 21, 2018 @ 1:58 am
My son died at a young age as well. This song has always comforted me. I miss him and hope there’s a heaven.