His version went to #29 on the Hot Country Songs chart. Your Easy-access (EZA) account allows those in your organisation to download content for the following uses: It overrides the standard online composite licence for still images and video on the Getty Images website. By clicking the Download button, you accept the responsibility for using unreleased content (including obtaining any clearances required for your use) and agree to abide by any restrictions. Music Producer: Glyn Johns. On 7 September 1976, Clapton wrote "Wonderful Tonight" for Boyd while waiting for her to get ready to attend Paul and Linda McCartney's annual Buddy Holly party. You have view-only access under this Premium Access agreement. Patti Austin, The Story of... 'Everything I Do (I Do it For You)' by, The Story of... 'When the Going Gets Tough', as told by, All the John Lewis Christmas adverts ranked from worst to, Billy Connolly will say goodbye to his incredible, stand-up career with one final TV special, The 2020 McDonald's Christmas advert is a tearjerker and, Where is Ola Ray, the girl in Michael Jackson's, Celebrate the return of The Crown season 4 with a special, Freddie Mercury and David Bowie's 'Under Pressure' a, The Smooth Sanctuary at 7 with Gary Vincent. Yvonne joined RSO’s roster of artists in 1975, releasing several albums. It was included on Clapton's 1977 album Slowhand. Anyone in your organisation can use it an unlimited number of times for up to 15 years, worldwide, with uncapped indemnification. by Eric Clapton and Yvonne Elliman. "Eric Clapton" – Wonderful Tonight. The song is mentioned in her autobiographical book Wonderful Tonight: George Harrison, Eric Clapton, and Me. Boyd told The Guardian in 2008 that Clapton "was sitting round playing his guitar while I was trying on dresses upstairs. The song was included on his 1977 album Slowhand. Patti Austin It was included on Clapton's 1977 album Slowhand.Clapton wrote the song about Pattie Boyd. Mix and match royalty-free images, videos, and editorial with UltraPacks that never expire. It's late in the evening; she's wondering what clothes to wearShe puts on her make-up and brushes her long blonde hairAnd then she asks me, Do I look all right?And I say, "Yes, you look wonderful tonightWe go to a party and everyone turns to seeThis beautiful lady that's walking around with meAnd then she asks me, Do you feel all right?And I say, "Yes, I feel wonderful tonight"I feel wonderful because I seeThe love light in your eyesAnd the wonder of it allIs that you just don't realize how much I love you, It's time to go home now and I've got an aching headSo I give her the car keys and she helps me to bedAnd then I tell her, as I turn out the lightI say, "My darling, you were wonderful tonightOh my darling, you were wonderful tonight, Promoted by 7pm - 10pm, Baby Come To Me
The female vocal harmonies on the song are provided by Marcella Detroit and Yvonne Elliman.
Pattie Boyd is an English model and photographer.
The song was included on his 1977 album Slowhand. Eric Clapton and Yvonne Elliman 1974 Tony DE Nonno/Globe Photos, Inc. Ericclaptonretro. 3522 x 5253 px (29.82 x 44.48 cm) - 300 dpi - 8 MB. The group became his backing musicians for a surprise performance of "Wonderful Tonight" during their set. In fact, he even performed at their wedding. Clapton wrote the song about Pattie Boyd. This account has reached the download cap, additional downloads subject to agreement overage terms. The B-side, "I'm Ready", launched the career of Craig David, being the first song he had ever written to be released by himself or another artist. Contact your company to license this image. Left me on my own, sitting high and dry. All Royalty-Free licences include global use rights, comprehensive protection, and simple pricing with volume discounts available, Newspapers and magazines (except for covers), editorial broadcasts, documentaries, non-commercial websites, blogs and social media posts illustrating matters of public interest, Book or magazine covers, commercial, promotional, advertorial, endorsement, advertising, or merchandising purposes in any media (e.g.