Eric Johnson - All I Need

"All I Need" performed on Austin City Limits on July 31st, 1984. Featuring Rob Alexander on bass and Steve Meador on drums. Available exclusively on the New West records CD/DVD combo, "Live From Austin TX '84". Visit ericjohnson.com and officialericjohnson for Merchandise, News, Tour Information and more!

[@michaelgraham9774]

The bassist's vocals and playing are awesome

[@brookdalebill]

My favorite of Eric's bands. I had the great pleasure of being at this taping. Beyond inspiring! Thanks.

[@TopoftheGear]

Love this tune. Shame it was not released. Would be good to see a reunion of these two. They work off each other really well.

[@OfficialEricJohnson]

We released it on the “Live From Austin, TX ‘84” CD/DVD set.

[@TopoftheGear]

​@OfficialEricJohnson Hi Eric, sorry, I meant as an officially recorded song on a studio album like how 'I'm Finding you' was on Souvenir.

[@mctorny1]

Watching again in 2023. The first show of EJ I saw on tv way back, way back, way back lol and have loved this combo with RA since.

[@nortynooh_7552]

I'm so grateful and lucky to have Rob as my instructor

[@TheRealSlimShady509]

Wait seriously? Hes your bass teacher?

[@sundrenched6248]

This music makes me feel good. Wish they'd made more music together.

[@hemlocktsuckaz9369]

I used to know Rob Alexander way back in Auburn, Al. After he played w/ EJ. Killer bassist.

[@wholeworld399]

Was there Rockfest 1984 (Houston) Eric Johnson, Pat Travers, Bill Hicks, Hey Boy (pre Velvet Hammer).

[@Beepbopboh]

This is such a good tune ! Awesome vocals and awesome playing !

[@paulvincent8302]

eric's voice is cool way cool, but rob's voice is captivating on this one, for a bassist its rare. great performance.. song should still be played in proms.

[@josm6149]

i love the bassists' voice!

[@lowellthomasjr.468]

This cat is one of the greatest musicians it was ever my pleasure to experience ! San Antonio, Houston...wow what chops...like Jackie King on AMPhetamines LOL!

[@amoshillmusic]

Rob I love you man! You are a true inspiration to me brother man! Slappa da bass man!!!

[@paulinmt2185]

Nice to see some of Eric's earlier work, otherwise we'd guess that he was something other than of human origin. Eric's style is an evolution that became a revolution. He is blessed.

[@codjh9]

Can't believe I've never heard this song. Good stuff!

[@jfrockon]

Eric is always excellent but Rob Alexander, nice singer and a great bass player.

[@anitavassar1297]

Your always in my head Johnson. Always.💋

[@guitaromontalban6841]

I managed to hit record back then half way through this now I finally get to hear what I missed!

[@xpaddy01]

Oh the possibilities of this version of EJ's band! It's a pity this is all there was. It certainly brings up discussions of "what if", or "this is better than what was out there". But, then, we musicians don't get to make those decisions. At the end of the day. I like the song. I think that's all that matters. ;)

[@CoffeeAndGuitar]

all i can say is that that bassist is pretty awesome

[@gurusgurus8362]

Oh yeah, through the pouring rain I still feel the same all about you It's true, many folks agree The answer can be all about you, yeah, yeah Circles get broken From the destiny arrows Lives set in motion Is that how it's got to be? All I've got to say Please don't slip away when life abounds you And you know, hurts a lot, the pain 'Cause it's not the same, oh, without you, yeah, yeah Circles get broken By the destiny's arrows Lives set in motion Is that how it's got to be? You gave me music first I still have the thirst, oh, to love you You know we still have a chance Things could still turn right all within you So throw out all those hurting shoes Please don't turn on you, life's about you And come on 'cause you're the king of hearts Now a brand new start is all about you, yeah, yeah Circles get broken By the destiny's arrows Lives set in motion Is that how it's got to be? And circles get broken By the destiny's arrows Lives set in motion That's the way it's got to be

[@takeshi2449]

What?

[@gurusgurus8362]

@@takeshi2449 Lyrics

[@MrIkesimba]

Good grief, I remember being bamboozled by a transcription for Zap in Guitar for the Practicing Musician back around this time. Seems like a few weeks ago, not a few decades. Ugh

[@anarp6356]

Lo máximo!!! ❤️

[@RHCPTABOO]

this was erick johnson and the avenue right? i love this song...rob's work is awesome

[@Hikki4Life]

For a bassist his voice is unusually high.

[@nickkellie]

what about Paul McCartney, sting, peter cetera etc?

[@virgyltracey8454]

haha you really got a good sence of houmor!! haha

[@MegaTuang]

As his heigh.

[@monsterzero1965]

Rob would've been a great R n B or 80's new wave singer

[@TheMarkoniV]

& all I need is you. xo

[@SamOgilvieJr]

Could someone post the lyrics for this song, please? Rob's voice is ethereal but I have struggled to pick out the words.

[@dangonzalez3801]

Could anybody help me to get the lyrics of this song? I think it is a really good song though I couldn't find the lyrics in any web site

[@ltcolzodd7579]

Clicked on the tab and was expecting to be impressed. I mean come on it's Eric freakin; Johnson. But MAN this time it was like being shot in the gut with a cannon. Talk about taking your breath away.

[@anitavassar1297]

I have never played with your feelings or anyone else’s feelings. Not my style Johnson. I will miss you deeply when you play the Rialto in Tucson but neither could I go & have to sit through another woman singing to you. No matter who she is. I guess my heart is simply badly timed.

[@cameronfoutch5154]

Great performance! I've got a couple questions though. 1. What key was this song written in? 2. Is there any chance of you being somewhere near Indiana next year?

[@omontrosa3393]

Bassist vocal tone is amazing… anyone know what pedals is he using to get it 😂

[@workinstudio2638]

bass cool

[@jamesquitadamo1917]

Can anyone direct me to where I might be able to get the lyrics to this great song?

[@OuttakedPerformancesTM]

+James Quitadamo I searched this everywhere, but can't find...

[@jamesquitadamo1917]

+Outtaked Performances™ Thanks for trying. I actually tracked down Rob Alexander and took a chance and emailed him on how much I enjoyed this performance. He was receptive and appreciative. Hmmm...I may have found the possible source for these lyrics.....:)

[@OuttakedPerformancesTM]

James Quitadamo Woooow, awesome!

[@dangonzalez3801]

+James Quitadamo so, If you got the lyrics, could you you share it?

[@spedeAV]

pls, share with me

[@cosmic687]

i spy the fender reverb unit!

[@hywel4605]

rob alexander. is that steve meader?

[@petardstamo814]

Yes Steve Meador!

[@noeliaibanez4291]

Lyrics?

[@spedeAV]

somebody help me with lyrics and tabs or notes, pls!

[@estebansantos6204]

Anybody has the tablature?

[@isaacdepaula2103]

EJ with 30 looks younger than me with 20

[@snoolee7950]

Looking like Steve Metter on drums, yah

[@larryoram7597]

Steve Meador

[@thedrugstorecowboy2948]

Eric should have kept this line-up would have been Cream 2.0