First Time Hearing Eric Clapton "Tears in Heaven"

[@bradmoyer9737]

My life is fine, I’m fine, and I’m still crying. What a beautiful tribute.

[@milthopper6780]

No parent should ever have to bury their child, it's something you never get over.

[@michaelhayes7471]

I had to do it about two years before that song came out it tears my heart out every time I tried to join my son for tens years but some how survived it

[@WayneGreen-b4y]

That is a parent's worst nightmare.

[@eddiecastro8227]

⁠@@WayneGreen-b4ymore then you can even know

[@joelcotton190]

We played this song in 2002 when my 3 y/o son passed.

[@gregleblanc9357]

Another Living Legend. Clapton is a timeless artist.

[@Tribblepuppy]

Saw Eric in concert soon after this song came out, he was very emotional. The crowd was very respectful, and emotional, even as Eric stumbled over the lyrics while trying to finish the song. A very touching tribute to his son.

[@CrustyOldDave]

When you stop crying while you hear music like this, then you start to question your humanity. Looks like you are still very human Diane. Thank you for reacting to this song. It was beautiful.

[@scottferguson2092]

You can feel the heartbreak and anguish in his voice and the lyrics. Just unimaginable pain to experience such a loss! 😭

[@DianeJennings]

Absolutely I wish nobody ever had to experience that

[@scottferguson2092]

@@DianeJennings not ashamed to admit that I shed a tear or two. 😢😢😢

[@jamescurfman3284]

@@scottferguson2092 Same.

[@robwilkes8436]

Led Zepplin's "All Of My Love" has a similar backstory. Robert Plant lost his son to a stomach illness. He took a year off, and that song is about the grief he and his wife shared.

[@Bluesman57]

@@scottferguson2092 i shed tears every time i hear it. Another song that gets me even worse, is My Father's eyes by Mike and the Mechanics i cry like a little baby even at 65.

[@ericrussell8463]

ANY PARENT LOVES THIS SONG IT MAKES ME CRY TO HEAR IT I LOVE MY SON TIL THE DAY I DIE TOO

[@happymethehappyone8300]

R.I.P. Conor Clapton..Rest In Forever Peace Little One..Gone But Definitely Not Forgotten.🙏❤️

[@TR4200]

First time I heard this song was on MTV show Unplugged. Everyone in the audience knew the backstory and what happen to Clapton son. It was an extremely emotional and raw performance.

[@trevdawg79]

Me too. I personally like that version the best.

[@hypnotistraywilliams]

I remember that.

[@mickeydooley2230]

Well maybe he shouldn't have been in the bathroom, doing all that "COCAINE"

[@dlbutler]

@@jasondamrau9943 Those Unplugged sessions were the best.

[@charliewhite7596]

@@mickeydooley2230 talk about being totally heartless he wasn't there when it happened

[@heatherg-thatsme]

A beautiful song and tribute to his son. This song can easily make me cry. How he was able to hold it together and sing it is beyond me. I remember when it came out when I was 11, and how powerful it was to me even though I had no concept of such loss.

[@DianeJennings]

I know right Heather? I absolutely think it’s incredible how he got through it. Magic is all.

[@welcometothemovies9157]

Especially since he had gotten sober from alcohol not long before his son was born and he didn't relapse

[@kazanyemmi]

My dad used to cover clapton songs with his group of friends. He hand wrote the lyrics to keep in his guitar case so he could read them as he played. I found these lyrics in his guitar case snd looked up the song in the early 200's and learned the story behind it. It felt like a message left for me. My dad passed away in a violent car accident in 1995. I can't listen to this song and not cry.

[@RichardEckhard]

What a tribute to Eric Clapton and his son that a song can move you and everyone else. When I try to imagine the emotional struggle, he endured putting down the words I stop, realizing I will never understand how deep into his heart he had to reach. The story is so sad, but the song is about love.

[@DianeJennings]

That’s such a beautiful way to look at it Richard

[@caplondon]

Excellent heartfelt song. But the video sucks. No need to keep the movie scenes in it. Just let Eric sing.🎉❤

[@mdanam]

Live in New York City and have all my in my life. I remember when this happened. I was a huge classic rock fan we are all devastated. A few months later this song came over the radio. To this day it's the only time I had to pull my car over to the side of the road to ugly cry...😢

[@tomdifrancescaiii5197]

The song came out a year before my 11 year old son passed away and at the time it was a sad song to me and my heart had hurt for Eric Clapton without any idea of what it was like to actually lose a child. Forever since my son passed this song has hit me so very hard every single time, there are times I can't finish listening to it and it's been decades. No parent should ever have to bury their child, he was my only son.

[@Maax1200]

Im really sorry to hear that, i really am. 💔❤‍🩹

[@brianmcallister114]

I'm an old guy and I grew up with the music of the 70's, 80's and 90's. One of my favorite artists during those years was Eric Clapton. I loved "Tears in Heaven" but for whatever reason, I never knew the background behind the song. Thank you Diane for filling me in. I must admit that, like you during your review, I had tears rolling down my cheeks. We all think that celebrities live somewhat "perfect" lives but your video reminds me that even the most famous can have our lives affected by the most catastrophic events.

[@friday13jason1]

My son died about 2 years ago. He was 17. It still hurts every day. I can understand his pain.

[@DianeJennings]

I’m so sorry to hear that

[@alexandrecaraccio8944]

So Sorry for your loss😢

[@martinhopkins6712]

Could barely hold it together hearing this song when it was first released. Even harder now that I’m a parent. 😢 Thanks for putting yourself out there.

[@DianeJennings]

Oh man that hits hard I’m sure 🥰

[@JasonMoir]

Proud of you for even reacting to this, Diane. It's a beautiful song, and his live performance of this is even more powerful.

[@DianeJennings]

I can only imagine. I couldn’t get through the song if I were him so it’s amazing that he does.

[@LindaC616]

​@@DianeJenningsI was amazed when a friend/colleague's was able to play and sing at her dad's funeral. One of her sisters has taught music for yrs and sung professionally. But if the 4 sisters, she was the only one who could keep it together to deliver the eulogy and play/sing.

[@deemariedubois4916]

Yes I agree. It was the 1993 Grammys.

[@MrET114]

@@DianeJennings I play this song on my ukulele

[@seannovack3834]

Every person with a heart on the planet who hears this song cries. I do. Every. Single. Time.

[@thomastimlin1724]

Lost my younger brother, my only sibling, to a heart attack 3 years ago. I never had the chance to even say goodbye. siblings hold the key and the fact check to your family memories, and are the only ones who actually experienced them. He left a big hole in my life. A large piece of who I am is gone. This leaves me a total orphan of my original family. This and many other songs represent loss and grief. Time in a Bottle by Jim Croce is another one. Still another I will Remember You by Sarah McLachlan, and Yesterday by the Beatles. It's Time to Leave by Judith Durham. But Clapton tops the list, the song is more direct. Gut wrenching. Thanks for crying with me Dianne. It's very hard to get through this song. And I'm a musician, former music teacher, a father, husband and retired age 67, and I now feel like a helpless little boy again.

[@DonP_is_lostagain]

💗 What a genuine reaction! (I'm not crying! You're crying! OK we're both crying!) I've always thought this was Clapton's most beautiful song.

[@DianeJennings]

Sometimes it’s good to have a doesn’t cry 😅

[@sandmanCQB8541]

The first time this was played on the Radio, my GF and I were driving in my car. We actually had to pull over and park, because we were both HUGE Clapton fans, and still shocked by what happened. We sat there in the car, with tears streaming down our faces.

[@samricciardi3249]

in Dec of 81 my first son pass away at 3 months old 2 weeks before christmas and my wife at the time would pass out every time she heard this song, I think about him whenever I hear it,

[@scal5134]

Pheww I remember this day, he fell about 10 or so floors from a window in a tower block in London. Eric has everything financially and that day, I learnt no matter what you have done things are priceless. ❤

[@usertr13phinsup]

Beautiful reaction from a beautiful young lady ❤

[@eugenefromaustralia4644]

In this valley of tears. So much pain, so much love being expressed in his music. We're all spiritual beings experiencing a human existence. Beautiful, Diane xx

[@exectar]

I cried more than you, Diane. You must be stronger than I. We lost our 39 year old son in 2020, so I feel his pain. Also, the images from the movie, about struggles with relationships got me, too. Going through that as well. Thanks for your videos. You're a cute kid and easy on the eyes. You sound nice. Keep up the good work.

[@stevenewcomer8837]

I lost my 29 year old daughter March 9, 2023. She had a combination of 3 rare diseases that she fought for 5 years. Over those years her body became completely unable to digest food and absorb nutrients, and even medicine. Tube feeding didn’t work either. Thank God she was able to get pain and nausea medication via IV. Then that no longer controlled the pain and she had to be in sedated hospice. The last time I really listened to this song is when I played it for my mom’s wake in 2001 after she passed away from cancer. My daughter and her grandmother were inseparable. She was just 7 when my mom died. They are together again. ❤️💔😪

[@smsmoof8128]

crazy shiit right there .... peace be with you.

[@BelfastManUtdTherapy]

@@stevenewcomer8837 so heartbroken to hear what you and your family have been through. Pain relief via IV is such a fairly recent invention (70 odd years) and I'm so glad it gave your daughter some relief. She didn't deserve a life of pain and suffering that wasn't her fault in the first place. I can never bring myself to think of the thousands of years of all our predecessors suffering agony and no pain relief even after prayer after prayer after prayer. My granny died in 2003 in similar circumstances but like your daughter, IV painkillers made her at least be able to read, watch TV talk etc it made her human again and able to accept she wasn't going back to our house ever again. Peace and love to you and your family from Ireland 🇮🇪 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇮🇪

[@johnhammonds5143]

Don't know how he can sing it without bawling. I'm in bits after only the first three notes!

[@randy7831]

with this song, you can only hold back the tears for so long

[@m444ss]

backstory notwithstanding, it's a beautiful song both musically and lyrically

[@MarkSiosal]

I lost my son recently & this song helped me through the grief. I lost my other son on the day he was born & Scott was our blessing 18 months later so that was something else that made things difficult. It's impossible to describe how it feels of course but I think most ppl can imagine. I was in so much shock that there were times I needed so much to cry but couldn't. This song helped me to cry when my brain was trying to protect me. I can't get through it without sobbing like a child so it's amazing that Eric was able to perform the song at all. I still have my daughter who is even more precious than before if that's at all possible. She's everything to me now. Thank you for your wonderful reaction.

[@gryyswydyr13]

Getting emotional over songs, movies and even commercials shows that you have a heart and get the impact of the words and images. It means your a deep, caring and wonderful lady!

[@BEASTWRANGLER]

I'm not crying, you are crying...... Diane you have a huge heart.

[@EironWyman]

32 years later I still cry like a baby every time I hear this song. I can say that without this song, I would most likely be dead. This came out about three weeks after my fiancé was killed by a drunk driver. After three weeks of walking through life like a zombie, thinking some very dark thoughts of finding Karen again, I heard this on the radio and had a complete breakdown. My neighbors called the police for a wellness check due to the noises I was making sobbing my guts out. It will always be my favorite song that has ever been recorded. Thank you for the musical journey you are taking.

[@jamesbyers8789]

Diane, we love you because you are so real with us, your fans. Very genuine. Thank you ❤

[@amandamcquade1272]

🩷 💔 💕 ❤️‍🩹 Dearest little sister, Diane...Thank you for sharing that experience. I'm plenty old enough to remember Eric singing this on Unplugged, so felt no need to re-experience watching him sing...rather I just watched your dear, expressive face. Here's a gentle hug, from far far away in the USA. 💫💗

[@alansmith7626]

I am 68 and I do the same thing, 22 year US Navy retired, and this song slays me everytime....along with If I could Change the World,,,,smile thru the tears, is life dear one

[@smavtmb2196]

The song is so touching. Diane your empathy is wonderful. It's very endearing I definitely cry very easily.

[@elmer1712]

I have long loved this song. Eric Clapton brought out so much pain and greiveing in the guitar of his terrible lose. I lost my beloved wife two years now to a sudden illness, and I play this song at her grave site everytime I visit.

[@Yeetin_Peas]

Instant goose bumps as soon as Eric Clapton sang that first note. And tears. Yes, I too cry at anything including commercials!

[@bryanaustin52]

Love your reaction. Thank you for sharing this

[@nkfd4688]

Eric Clapton doesn't get enough acknowledgement by younger people these days for the guitar God that he is 🎸😤

[@justinyoung9055]

Eric Clapton is an awful racist. He's a good guitar player though.

[@bradforddeel1299]

Is he racist or just English lol

[@THEJAM-EATERS]

He's not though is he. You're basing that on an apparent rant he had on stage over 50 years ago in Birmingham. People grow, I know that's an alien concept for the new generation but its true, we're not all born perfect like Gen Z. He's hired and given opportunities to literally hundreds of "people of colour" over the years, but that doesn't mean anything to you does it. To say he's an awful racist is just wrong. It says more about you than him. Being "anti-racist" doesn't make you a good person. Being a good person makes you a good person. Wish you all the best​@justinyoung9055

[@nkfd4688]

@@THEJAM-EATERS dude, I'm 50 y/o, and you're an id*ot. Go spit!

[@StephenGoddard-MiisterSpiice]

I have always been very empathic and I'm in tears again. Every time it gets me. ❤

[@ggmiethe]

So touching. I was moved by your reaction and the song, because it connects me to the human heart, and there’s always room for that. Thank you for helping me. Geoff all the way from Fremantle in Western Australia🇦🇺❤

[@dr.ryttmastarecctm6595]

If no one else says this, here's a hug for you Diane. Emotion through song is beautiful.

[@bryanjones4961]

It took you more time then me to cry. Lub ya Beautiful Irish Lass

[@BobB-l7s]

Thanks so much for showing so much emotion. Your true feelings and it’s good to see bleep going. Proudvet.

[@johnfaulk7775]

This was a beautiful reaction! Thank you for your honesty, you are a real one!!!

[@Bluesman57]

My wife and i saw Clapton last year in September, when he played this song the whole arena was completely quiet, total respect. How he can keep it together is beyond me, asa 65 year old man, makes me tear up every time i hear it.

[@RedHotscot]

I'm a 6'2", 66 year old ex Glasgow cop. I have seen things no one should see, and I have not shed a tear. This reduces me to a blubbering wreck. Followed EC from his early days His blues style is uniquely emotional and haunting but can be raw and fun. Behind the Sun is one of my all time favourite albums, depending on which day of the week, tomorrow it will be 461 Ocean Boulevard, Friday it will be Slowhand. Genius.

[@ronaldleach9899]

Still amazes me when something beautiful comes from something horrific such as this. I'm sure this song has helped many deal with the loss of a loved one, and will continue to do so. ❤😢

[@ggmiethe]

If you don’t mind me saying so, your “crying face” looked so lovely. I could see the child inside you. Thank you.

[@katiepotatie1980]

This song made me cry when it was new and you know what? It still does that.

[@razzberrylogic]

Eric Clapton is known as a rock guitar guy But today, Diane listens to his emotional song She knows this one is gonna make her cry And the video proves that she wasn’t wrong

[@DianeJennings]

Fact based 😂

[@philseager8469]

8 years ago at my mum's funeral, my niece sang and my brother-in-law played guitar, I still cry every time I hear it but it's such a lovely song and tragic at the same time, and a lovely reaction to it diane

[@demetriuscooksey7147]

This song makes me think of my little brother. He left this world a year and a half ago. I miss you Best Buddy.

[@baconrocks1720]

I'm not stalking you lol. I'm just in a place where I need this. This song brings yet another memory. My youngest brother died in 1992 in a car accident which devastated the whole family. Of course. But dad heard this song, and he wanted it played at the table in the front part of the church when people came inside. I didn't think of it at that time, but I'd have asked him to also have them play Queensryche's "Silent Lucidity". I connected that song to my little brother after hearing from another brother that the last concert they went to was Queensryche. It always brought Matthew to mind when I heard it. Still does. In fact, it makes me cry more than this one. But that's how I work out my grief in life....through music. You might want to check out Silent Lucidity, it's a great song with sweeping orchestration in with the rest of the music. Queensryche did some good work, including a really rocking and powerful version of "Scarborough Fair". When I hear that one, I see a whole structured video playing in my mind. I know, I'm odd.

[@wendellwelling2896]

Such a tender and touching tribute that brings tears to my eyes every time I hear it.

[@patw9934]

Saddest song ever written. As a father, its brutal. Rip

[@davidshort517]

It broke my heart watching you react to this song I can tell you have a beautiful soul

[@battmale]

This is a hard song not to be affected by, just shows you are human. When he performs this in concert it is much like the video, with only him performing it solo.

[@DianeJennings]

That’s so pure 😭

[@sueschmidt9404]

What I wouldn't give to see them all. 😭😭 And tell them how much they are Loved and Missed.

[@-Knife-]

This is a beautiful and heartbreaking song.

[@trinaq]

This song will forever make me cry, especially since it's based on Clapton losing his own infant son. 😭💔

[@sparky6086]

4 years old.

[@angelofontanesi7069]

Thank you for the heartfelt reaction. A similarly beautiful and poignant song is Taylor Swift's Ronan. It's hard to make it through that video without your heart breaking.

[@mikebunner3498]

Diane, You are NOT the only one who cries when seeing and hearing this.. What a GUT punch. As you may already know Eric was a drinker and BIG time doper back in the day. YET he stayed straight when this tragic event happened... Rips your heart OUT!!!! Keep in mind that feelings allow us to know we are still alive!!!! Take care lady.....

[@IVANHOECHAPUT]

Dianne, I cried with you. I'm 76, male, French and Irish. I guess it's the French genetics that makes me so emotional. It's my Irish side that gives me my sense of humor. I can laugh and cry at the same time!

[@psrando]

I love your honest and sincere empathy. 😢

[@chipparmley]

Yes a very emotional song. My eyes aren't dry anymore. You are always delightful Diane. 😊 thanks

[@DianeJennings]

Thanks Chip! They’re really was no way of avoiding it was there? 😂

[@miketalas7998]

Yep, I loved this song as I had lost my son too. The only thing though is I cannot IMAGINE how Alone and afraid his boy must have been as he was falling to earth! I only know that all children are ushered to Heaven instantly Being that they are so innocent!!! I hope Eric is comforted and recovered from grief like I am. I never goes away but Time heals as best it can if you only allow it to.

[@lloydertel1]

god bless you, Diane. You can feel the passion and the hurt in Eric's voice. But you can also feel the healing as he sings this song. It has to be one of the top 10 songs of all time.

[@danielbenincasa770]

Yes I remember when it happen. It was on the news. Clapton was in 9 bands. he is ICONIC for sure.... And yes Diane I teared up too

[@joedirt688]

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. A song that will touch the very depths of all who listen to it.🙏

[@juanmurillo8000]

😢😢

[@ptournas]

It's such a powerful song emotionally, and so beautifully written. That was a great reaction. I think it brings a tear just about anyone's eye when they actually sit and listen to it and know the backstory. 💚

[@JasonTaylor-po5xc]

Such a beautiful but devastating song, and even more so today as a parent.

[@alu.minium521]

I can see why the Nuns at your school would like this song. A contemporary piece with a warm melody that accepts the existence of Heaven and the afterlife continuation of the Soul and the 2 together confirms God. This song is right in their wheelhouse. Thanks Diane. BOOP

[@DianeJennings]

Ha yes actually, I think you’re right!

[@santanamauricio]

confirm god he lets little children die to prove he exist? nice!

[@louissmith318]

I feel this song so much! It is ok to cry girl. I lost my wife to cancer when we were both 38 years old. I was left to raise my kids on my own. I could not really grieve at all because I had to be there for them. This song hit home. Almost 20 years later, my kids are grown, I have the best grandchildren ever. I’ve never remained at all. I still think and miss her every day. I love your videos.

[@scozz6139]

I remember when this tragedy happened, so sad. I'm a 67 year old guitarist and a big Classic Rock fan from the 1970s. Eric Clapton was one of our heroes back then, along with many other Rock guitarists att. A person must somehow find an inner strength to carry on, it's the worse thing that could possibly happen to a parent.

[@bojanpalcar8644]

The way of your's reaction..,i may say it's still hope for our planet, big hello from Ljubljana ,Slovenia

[@BobB-l7s]

Just watched your reaction to Tears in Heaven. I can tell the video really touched you and thanks for showing your true emotions.

[@reedp44]

Don’t worry about showing your emotions I am a 69 year old man and this song always brings tears to my eyes

[@ericolson4839]

Me too except 68 ❤

[@donvineyard8654]

Precious tears, sweet lady.

[@ReissKnell]

What tears lol

[@jeffreyjacobs390]

Eric got a call from New York, when on the road ... his little toddler son had climbed up a chair onto the window sill .... fell out the apartment some stories to his death .... that was so heartbreaking for us all back then ...... imagining what it would be for Eric Clapton is incomprehensible !!! The song, no doubt, is his way of working through the tragedy. Most beautiful indeed.

[@winterburden]

Thanks for reacting to it Diane!

[@johnnybob1972]

Ah bless you Diane for trying to hold it in during that song. The song didn't affect me at the tine of release, but now it does as im much older.

[@Kelsea-2002]

Even though I am often considered a tough girl, I am glad that such stories can touch me. Empathy makes us better people.

[@indolentcheese]

There will be tears in Heaven; tears of joy & elation at being re-united with our loved ones. Tears of sadness for those who did not embrace their Savior when they had the time to do so and now are lost to us forever.🙏

[@stargells1384]

As a 66 year old, 38 year teamster, I have listened to this song a few times, I know this song. This is my 3rd time seeing this reaction video in a row I teared up on all 3 of them.

[@peterpaul5820]

Omg, long time ago I heard that song. Today I'm sitting here 48yo father of a son that just turned 5 and I can't stop crying!!!

[@polgarian2024]

I'm 77 and feel the same about my three grands...

[@rson1962]

Beautiful song!! Great to see your reaction. Your a beautiful young lady with terrific mentality of reacting to videos. Very emotional words coming from the heart of Eric to his son.

[@mikebunner3498]

Such a heart felt and heart breaking song. I pray for little Conor. He is indeed in heaven now! Eric stayed sober thru all of this! What strength!!! I read that Eric said it would honor Conor more if he remained straight. I love the steel guitar in this masterpiece of a song! You held up better than I did. Take care sweetie!!!

[@MaskHysteria]

Clapton is an absolute legend and has produced some incredible music but this song is his absolute best. It's difficult for anyone who knows the back story to this song not to cry, even a little, when they hear it.

[@MermanManly]

I love how you feel the song's power and emotion, and tear up on camera. Still one of my fave songs, ever. 💖

[@oldjoe5651]

Thoroughly enjoyed Clapton in concert. Got to check something off my bucket list with that one.

[@almostfm]

It's a rare gift to be able to take an unspeakable tragedy and make something beautiful out of it. And I wanted to say, don't worry about puddling up listening to that song. I know I do, every time I hear it.

[@DianeJennings]

😊

[@drjag1155]

I'm a french heavy metal singer and i can't help but cry when i hear this song, this is the saddest thing that could happen to parents... I've two children and i can't imagine this.... 😢

[@uncleiroh6127]

Such a sad song. Hits even harder when you have kids of your own

[@davidhoffman3560]

I AM 54 YEARS OLD AND LOVE THIS SONG BUT NEVER KNEW THAT IT WAS A TRIBUTE TOHIS SON!!!! NOW I'M GOING TO CRY EVERY TIME I HER IT!!!!

[@ricshome1]

This was hot on the radio when my son was born and I remember it playing while in the hospital. When my son passed away, I had them play it at his funeral. This song makes me cry every time I here it because it reminds me of him.

[@jasonmonjes9091]

I’m so sorry that you ever had to go through this.

[@Joseph-bq4xv]

You Have a Beautiful Heart Beautiful Woman.. Hello from New Hampshire U.S.A. If you don't cry,You're not Human!! IMHO.. Great Reaction 😘😎👋