Who played the piano on the coda

[@drumdad54sdl47]

That piano outro may not have been planned or even wanted by Bobby or Eric, but I can't imagine the song without it now. It's a beautiful way of ending an epic tune.

[@CharlieTWilbury]

Exactly.

[@drdrew3]

And yet every time they played Layla live they left out that piano piece out and it was just as fine

[@rosecarey8522]

BOBBY HAS AGED WELL,,A GENTLEMAN WITH A GENTLE SOUL

[@SuperGForce01]

For me the standout track is Bobby's Thorn Tree In The Garden. The album is a rollercoaster of emotions and moods, full of highs and lows, ups and downs until finally Thorn Tree... the way it speaks to me is that the narrator has learned to accept that in life things don't always turn out the way you hope but being able to accept it brings an inner peace, a clarity borne out in the gentle composition. If it were a movie it would play as the protagonist slowly walked off into the sunset! A remarkable moment to treasure, Bobby. Thank you 👏🏼

[@5150show]

If it wasn’t for these videos we would never have the truth about this incredible album .thank you both

[@BenderMohawk]

Thanks for sharing all these wonderful stories, Bobby. I've actually known that it was both you and Jim on piano for years. There's a Tom Dowd documentary out there where Tom goes over Layla, breaks down and isolates the tracks. He mentions that you were brought in to help Jim's piano have more feel, swing.

[@ponzo1967]

That Coda is a classic in itself. Kudos to Bobby, Jim, and Rita.

[@drdrew3]

Jim stole that melody from his girlfriend ((Rita Coolidge) and then punched her in the face. Wish I didn’t know about that because it isn’t something any of them can be proud of. Just JG being his worst self

[@GLD-hopeful]

Love how Bobby recalls the details of events so clearly. Describing them, so we can envision the scenes so well. Eric does look PO'd in the photo! 🙂 And, Bobby's piano is superb in the song!

[@BW-CC]

Thank you my friend

[@MarkFromHawaii]

What a great story. Thank you! It’s one of those songs from my youth that I never tire of hearing to this day. The solo piano and then Eric comes in with the Leslie guitar followed by Duane playing ethereal slide licks… I still get that ecstatic feeling today as I did back then.

[@BW-CC]

It has that effect

[@olly8]

It always gives me the feeling of LOVE floating up into the ether... A bridge into the mystic, not letting the song or FEELINGS of love END, but continuing up to where Love comes from🕊 #MAGICAL

[@Dd13200]

You are my all time favorite musician in the whole wide world. Your voice and keyboards, to me is the main ingredient on the Layla album. Still my favorite album and played almost everyday since 1970. You're the man

[@jesalbrtarteaga64]

Bobby & Coco thank you both for y’all’s sincere time,Layla truly one of the greatest songs in Rock history!

[@dbird9415]

Hey, Bobbyb& Co💯✌️🏼So very blessed for these videos. These stories & Bobby’s musical history is right in my warehouse. It's my favorite kind of music to listen to and learn about of all time. I listened to all of my Dad’s music and right before he passed away I caught onto all his tunes. He listened to BB King - Carl Perkins - Willie Nelson, Leon, Ray Charles, Jerry Lee Lewis, Patsy Cline. All sorts from that era. I wasn't born until 1978 so all my life I've been into Derek & The Dominios, The Allman Bros, Otis Redding, The Grateful Dead, JJ Cale, The Who, Clapton’s solo stuff plus all the stuff my Dad listened to. My favorite band for the past 25 years has been Widespread Panic. I was wondering if you have ever heard of them or dig their music. I'd love to see and hear you two sit in with them. I'm not into Phish as I don't believe there much soul in their music. For me Widespread has the soul in their music I need. Much like Bobby & all the outfits he's played with. I was also curious if you could sometime describe Eric’s Hurtwoods Edge home, please? The layout & maybe a story or two of some of the parties you guys threw there? Or just some of the widest scenes you took in while in England or back in the States? If you've never heard of Widespread Panic. Please go to www.panicstream.com & jam any of their gigs. They cover a host of JJ Cale & Talking Heads but I really think you two would make a great connection with them Again bless you both 🙏 Keep on keeping on because I love this stuff💯❤️✌🏼 - thx! Thanks

[@rosecarey8522]

COCO,I FOUND and bought Derek and the Dominos double live album in Burnet tx antique store,I thought of you,I cannot wait to play it out loud..I'm getting my stereo worked on my 95gt mustang with a 331 stroker,it's a show car only,never been through a car wash..I going to play the Dominos Cd out load!!!!

[@BW-CC]

Awesome

[@larryn2682]

This is a gem video for Bobby to be here over a half century later, telling great insights from being there and participating.The late Jim Gordon did get a Grammy from prison for being listed co-writer of Layla and the reworked song (minus coda) being on the Eric Clapton Unplugged album.

[@ditchgator1]

Cool thoughts for you two, as Texas seems to be the oven of these United States 🤔 Always so good to hear/see you folks.😎👍 😎✌👍❤🖖 Love Folks

[@mikegoldberg553]

thanks for sharing the real rock history for us....MIke..

[@tomlew55]

Back in 2015 I saw you perform at the Narrows Center in Fall River. So many great acts have graced that place and I must say you rank near the top of my list. Loved your storytelling leading into some of my favorite songs of all time. Thank you!!

[@aaroncampbell8303]

Loved your book and your playing on everything.. These videos are so good and interesting from someone who was there. Thank you!

[@martinriepma5009]

The Layla coda was also discussed in a March 4, 2021 video; “The End Of Layla”. I love all the details. More is more! Keep ‘em coming! 👍🏻 Thanks for recording this.

[@edwardmanley6312]

What a wonderful human. Ty!

[@jpb962]

It's always good to see a new Bobby and CoCo video. Always good.

[@kathif17]

I would love to be behind the camera and talk to both of you. It would be s blast . Bobby it just popped in my head Why does Love have to be so sad? 😢 Damn best music ever recorded and all the love of friendship lost. I think I could write a song I do write when stuff gets stuck in my head its the only way I stop it. Does that happen to either of you ? Thanks for sharing and I have been trying to rally people to get that band In the RRHOF. I actually emailed a board member never responded but I won't stop you deserve it. Wish Duane was still here no telling what more great music could have been made. ❤❤😊

[@michaelarkinstall9162]

We need some more videos on bobbys first solo record and the story on the scenery has slowly changed! Also thank you bobby for your contributions to music

[@timothycampbell9994]

Love ya both, Bobby has always been my kind of musician, and with respect Coco too, was a fly on the wall @ ABC Dunhill, was a driver for Cary Limousine from 1972 to 1984 and a gopher @the studio mostly when the Dan worked at ABC

[@davederave792]

Thanks you two. These are great snippets of history that are absolutely spellbinding to us fans.

[@dwdavis5977]

Thanks Coco! Glad you got Bobby to share this story. ❤

[@george-st-george]

every 'picture' tells a story....this was great....thanks !!!!!

[@eddieschiaffo1385]

Than you Bobby, for answering a question that I wanted to know the answer to for 50 years....

[@ikkenhisatsu7170]

I love these interviews with Bobby. So much information on what is a fantastic album.

[@taimeuppe6174]

Great story about a great song. I hear it on the radio every few days and never get tired of it.😊

[@stingylizard]

Dang. NOW I know what I'm hearing! Now it makes sense--amazingly cool to know🎵

[@irishwarhammer9388]

Back in 93 I was taking a meeting with Flo at Taavi Mote’s place(I was his guy for gtr) and I said out loud “where in the hell are the Bobby Whitlocks and Steve Marriotts of this generation?” Flo laughed his ass off and said “no shit”😊

[@paul2602]

What has happened here? For the first time ever I did not get notifications for these last 2 videos and missed them until today. Thanks as always for the wonderful stories and your time with all of us. The dreams with George are such a beautiful thing to hear about. That you woke up and then returned to the dream with George is amazing. Must have been a communication from the next world. Beautiful stuff. Thanks, as always. Edit: And why has YT changed my name here? Who knows. Paul ? 😊

[@jerrybrooks8281]

Watching the videos that you two put forth has become my favorite thing to do when the weather gets too hot to go outside here in central Mississippi or when I'm taking a break from writing and recording my demos. It's a wonderful insight into the bigger world of music, your associations and your stories of the road so thank you for it all..

[@lindaadams2315]

And the truth shall set you free. I've seen people arguing about this for YEARS. Thank you guys for the important CORRECT history of this monumental album (and in my opinion, it wouldn't have been anywhere near as good as it was without Bobby!) Thorn Tree is my favorite ❤

[@jayscheidemen4455]

Thank you for the clarifying info on all this....while all these years later it has become a part of the song....I always thought it was weird and unneeded.

[@jonathanlego4930]

I hear it and it’s so moving , I don’t know really why but I choke up hearing it. Just seems to convey a sad longing feeling for a gal long since gone away. I know how it is, every time I think of the first woman I ever loved and I felt I couldn’t tell her how I felt until it was too late ( she married a great guy, so it worked out great for her).

[@williamhopper7873]

This made me think about an album I saw at the antique mall in Bartlett, TN the other day. It had a label pasted over the front of the album that said Eric Clapton. If you turned it over it was a recording of a live Derick and the Dominos performance. I left it be and bought a white label promo of Bobby's album and a D and B and Friends album.

[@steverogers2635]

The truth will set you free. Thank you guys for once again pulling back the curtain on some of the most amazing music ever recorded.

[@el0blaino]

What a great story! Thanks, Bobby and CoCo, it is wonderful to learn more about the band and the creation of these great recordings.

[@johngerson7335]

More gems of truth from Bobby about one of the tunes that made me pick up a guitar in the first place. Love you guys, mean it. And l hope all's well your way!

[@BW-CC]

All is well in 109 degree weather

[@glennlazzaro5276]

Bobby Whitlock & CoCo Carmel, So nice to have you 2 back telling the tru stories about Layla and your contributions! It would not be Layla without you Bobby!

[@TZKeyz]

WOW! A great story behind a great moment in music. i could tell it was 2 separate parts. I wish you 2 would come play in Tampa Florida.

[@BW-CC]

Nope... one part with editing

[@lisahamilton2615]

Hey Bobby! Your hair is straight? Where are those awesome waves? I have to tell you I was watching the podcast “Talking Sopranos” last night on HBO MAX and season 4 episode 8 Delaney and Bonnie’s song When The Battle Is Over was featured in that episode which was perfect for the episode. Michael Imperioli (Christopher) highlighted the song and said they were an awesome soul group in the 70’s and he stated they had awesome musicians in the group also, Eric, George and YOU! I screamed! It was great to hear you mentioned! You may know this already! Pretty great!! Love you ❤❤❤

[@joejennings3335]

I appreciate so much how you guys respond to questions in the comments. It’s like having a friend who was there and can indulge our curiosities. Thanks!!!

[@DavidB-ec7bm]

I wondered what happened on the coda. I thought that Dowd had pieced together the coda from 2 recordings. Thanks for sharing that interesting piece of music history.

[@MrGuitar1458]

Another great story! Thanks you two! ❤❤

[@bobhummel4136]

STOKED!!!! to see you guyz back!!!! Mahalo Cocco!!! Thankz Robert!!!!

[@truckerkevthepaidtourist]

I have a question for you. I was watching the road to Austin performance yet again. And I was wondering was either you Coco or Bobby aware of Eric Johnson before you got a chance to work with him? Remember when he first came on the scene with the ah via musicom album I was just enthralled with the classic cliffs of Dover and his guitar work.

[@Zseboys3]

Jim played piano like a drummer. No insult there; but it's clear, just as it's clear when Bobby comes in. I had my kids listen to this long ago to help them understand the difference between merely playing an instrument and playing music.

[@lefty5757]

Thank you Bobby & CoCo for clearing this up. ❤️🎸🎹 Didn’t Rita Coolidge have something to do with the Coda?

[@truckerkevthepaidtourist]

Think she did have something to do with it Gordon together people have mentioned Rita being there

[@axandio]

I came here to ask that too.... I heard she wrote it, but Jim was her BF at the time... or something.

[@BW-CC]

She was absolutely not there, that is not true at all. Rita also claims to have written Superstar which is completely false. A person well versed in copyright which she had already been doing, should have copyrighted the alleged song then she never would have had to make these claims.

[@truckerkevthepaidtourist]

@@BW-CC kinda what I thought she wasn't doing a Yoko with John. I knew Jim did date Rita for a bit. I know she was really big with the shelter people with Leon Russell along with the mad dogs and Englishmen when they got together I think Jim was a part of that group too but I can't recall. But I'm glad you cleared that up I was wondered about that myself to the Rita Coolidge connection to the Coda other than just pretty much being Jim's girlfriend at the time. Have a good safe weekend

[@axandio]

@@BW-CC I don't think SHE ever claimed it but I have certainly read or heard someone say it came from her (the piano part) via Jim.

[@keithmanning5279]

Happy 4th of July Bobby and coco . Luv you guys !!!

[@bababooey8966]

Now I know why they looked pissed in those promo photos! I really liked what Clapton was wearing in those photos, that kaftan/tunic thing. Do you remember at all what color it was or who designed it by chance?

[@johnnyresistance]

What an amazing story, thank you for sharing Bobby and CoCo.

[@mickknight6963]

Bobby, you are the only happy looking one in the picture! Lol....Ive heard you tell the story a couple of times brfore, but with this picture, it's a real hoot, now!! Hahaha.....and we've all been lovin' that lil piano part for 50 years!....I'll be doing electrical work in some plant somewhere and start humming it, "hmmm, hm hm hmmm hm hmmm......" not knowing yall all fought over it! Lives could have been lost, and we wouldnt care, we're hummin' it, man! We LOVE the coda....hahaha! Now, its killin' me! Hahaha.....everybody's angry, but I see a lil grin.....✌️ That's cause you knew it was good! You put the feel on it.🤣And thanks for that.😎

[@johndrowe5281]

Thank you both. Humble people telling the Hxical truth! Since my mum was a Julliard scholarship virtuoso, I can relate to your terminology: I tell people that I am a “piano player”, whilst mum was a Pianist!😄. Bobby is a pianist (and artist - as was she, coincidentally)! Cheers to you both. 🫶✌️♾️. 🎸👨🏼‍⚕️🎸

[@monkwhitley]

I'm more than surprised that Bobby never featured in Life in 12 Bars . Bobby's recollections of these events are priceless to those of us keen on this music and how it came about . Who else would have known the events leading up to that photo ? Thanks to you both for putting it down . ✌️❤

[@BW-CC]

Kidding? He had 30 minutes in that movie...

[@monkwhitley]

@@BW-CC I meant an in depth interview

[@BW-CC]

@@monkwhitley they weren't approaching it that way...I get what your saying, they never want too much Bobby. But he had more air time than anyone because Lili Zanuck, the director loved his charisma.

[@monkwhitley]

Large parts of that Documentary involved the "Layla" sessions as Bobby was heavily involved imho he could have had an input .

[@BW-CC]

That film was taken over by Zanuck who changed the presentation of the entire thing. It didn't come out as planned or intended which was to feature the music. It won Grammys which I guess is what they wanted. It also went into Eric's drug addiction which he did not want out any more than it had already... film on it. EC from what we were told was not into that. Anyway... in the end we were happy that Bobby was included since he's been excluded from so much thanks to being black balled by Stiggy.

[@melvinallenallen7424]

Wow! Ive seen that photo thinking Eric isnt happy at all!!! Now I know why......Wow!

[@randallpinkfloyd]

Bobby, do you think the unreleased material for the Domino’s second album will be released at one point in time?

[@BW-CC]

No clue

[@mwrable]

Hey there Bobby & Coco, Love these videos. One question, EC has come back around and performed with pretty much everyone from his past over the many years. In many cases even brought many back on the road. Just wondering why Bobby and EC have not done anything? Bobby is such a fantastic vocalist and organ/piano player that it seems a shame that the two have not reunited in some fashion. Also, they seemed to be pretty close friends back in the day. just wondering. Thanks again!

[@BW-CC]

Eric doesn't want to... Bobby stopped thinking about it years ago.

[@mwrable]

Wow. That’s does not make sense. Thanks for the reply.

[@stevewuertz3598]

Have missed you guys. Glad to see the painting is still happening. I thought CoCo had a release upcoming-have I missed a clip on it or is it still in progress.? Love to both of you from Austin

[@lbshore]

You opened with Layla in Syracuse! It was spectacular. What luck. 😊

[@jeffreystuart7293]

I can’t comment about the “coda” part. But I do know who can play the piano. Bobby Whitlock is an amazing artist that made the Dominos what they were. Which is great. Great man and friend with amazing artistic talent. Bobby is a humble human being that I’m proud to call a friend.

[@BW-CC]

Thank you Jeffrey.. the feelings are mutual CoCo

[@bradparker9664]

I know the photo he's referencing, and it always seemed a bit awkward. Now I know why. With regard to the infamous coda, there's no missing or mistaking Bobby's playing. That's why was so in demand on all these other artists' albums.

[@rickallen6378]

If you were to suggest which of your albums to buy, if the person had never herd your music, which would you recommend?

[@BW-CC]

Bobby says Bobby his solo record.. the Layla album and ATMP.. because there's George, Eric, Gordon..Keltner.. Delaney..Bonnie.. Bobby Keys, Jim Price... so many greats you can't name them all.

[@rickallen6378]

Thanks.@@BW-CC

[@luvbasses5487]

Pricilla and Booker T used this melody for the song “Time.”

[@patricklawrence9258]

What I think Bobby was saying when he said he was adding "feeling" to the coda was that he gave it "body" or "fullness". Poor troubled Jim gave it "feeling" but needed help expressing it. Wish Bobby and Eric would get together and give us something now in the later years new and what they "Feel" today. Thank you guys. I'm 65 years old and grew up on your music. Peace.

[@BW-CC]

Thank you

[@patricklawrence9258]

Thank you. Keep on growing! ❤️

[@steveschutter]

I am just seeing this now after being away. If you can answer this question please. How can someone like Jim Gordon strike a deal with Robert Stigwood? He is just the drummer. I would think there is nothing to be gained ticking off Eric Clapton or yourself. Like it or not you both were more essential to the band. Good to see you both do a video again and I hope the heat issues in Texas is not hurting where you both live.

[@CBusMike872]

I just received the 24 Nights boxed set, which includes a version of Layla with the London Philharmonic, under Michael Kamens direction. The treatment of the coda was incredible. No issue with out of tune slide guitar 😮. Recorded in 1990 and 1991, EC was sober and at the height of his creative and musical powers.

[@BW-CC]

I love Michael Kamens work CoCo

[@CBusMike872]

The orchestra set also includes The Edge of Darkness, which they worked on for a TV soundtrack. Great collaboration.

[@konstantia1607]

It's just great to hear from you both again! ❤️ If they hadn't stuck that coda onto Layla, which had an entirely different vibe, I agree completely, could it not have been made into a great song on its own? A missed opportunity. Meanwhile, that photo is saying plenty!

[@bruinsfan8278]

Is that When Eric threw Him Taylor's cloths off the train? Im hoping so! Love you Bobby and Coco !!

[@robertolesen5782]

You're right Bobby, that coda really doesn't go with "Layla" at all and the first time I heard it I'm like "what?". As a separate piece of music now, it's beautiful but I imagine it's length kept it from being played on the radio much, so less money there. Plus, if it had been played live at concerts, people would have lost interest and gotten bored and maybe even fell asleep, lol.

[@Garbhan51]

Whether anyone "likes" the coda or not, it was an opportunity to feature Duane Allman's beautiful slide playing on it. That's reason enough.

[@rjjen1696]

I enjoy the insight - thanks

[@jasonpedley]

After I heard Bobby refer to it as "that stupid-ass coda" a while ago, that is the only way I refer to it now. Stupid...ass...coda. Bobby's piano part wasn't support piano...it was the saving grace that keeps the coda from sucking entirely. Stay cool you two. Love you both.

[@PaulinaAngel]

Goodfellas ruined the coda, I can’t hear it without expecting to hear Ray Liotta’s commentary on top of it.

[@truckerkevthepaidtourist]

By the time they found Carbone in the meat truck it took two weeks to thaw his body out for the autopsy😂

[@PaulinaAngel]

@@truckerkevthepaidtourist 😆😂🤣

[@truckerkevthepaidtourist]

@@PaulinaAngel you put it out there I had to go there Paulina. One I love the movie too. one of my all-time favorites to this day still. 🤠✌️ Have a great weekend

[@PaulinaAngel]

@@truckerkevthepaidtourist it’s a good movie, but I feel Martin Scorsese ruined a few songs for me, this is one of them, the other being What Is Life, both with Bobby on them.

[@truckerkevthepaidtourist]

@@PaulinaAngel ha ha What about the beautiful Atlantis from Donovan? Now go home and get your shine box

[@jaykay6387]

I really don't understand your dislike for Duane Allman's playing. I've watched many of your videos over the last few years and I don't think I've ever heard you say one positive thing about his playing or his ability in general. He made a great contribution to the Layla album, as you did, and his contribution to the ABB, which is a historically great and influential band, doesn't need me to defend it. This album would not have existed without you, Clapton could not have created it by himself, it's obvious. But the "Coda" and Duane's playing on it is iconic.

[@BW-CC]

Not true at all. The unfortunate thing is that people idolize him because he died young. If you are truthful at all ABB people become vicious. Yes his playing was iconic... out of tune as well. Duane could not play it twice as the feeling happened once, they tried. The out of tune playing was so bad Tom Dowd had to work overtime to try and make it work.

[@jaykay6387]

@@BW-CC Didn't expect a reply, so thank you for that! Not exactly sure what you mean by the "ABB people become vicious". You mean fans? As far as being "out of tune", I can't speak to that. I just know what sounds good, and everything on the ABB albums, especially "Fillmore", were incredibly moving emotionally and were incredibly consequential. I respectfully disagree about being idolized because he "died young". Yes, "legends" grow when you die young, but nobody is going to care if you suck! What he achieved with the brothers is in the pantheon, "out of tune" or not. I still listen to the ABB catalog, and it has nothing to do with Duane dying when he was 23. Again, appreciate the response, and your very important contribution to rock history.

[@montyfinch5695]

Thank yall again for an awesome video! ❤

[@alpep1307]

No disputing your keyboard tone!! You can’t duplicate feel!!!

[@humanbeing5300]

I can understand why they would be against it at first after all the guitar gunslinging but in hindsight it was actually a masterstroke by Jim Gordon. I’d be curious as to Jim’s motivations on why he felt that Piano piece would fit. Or did he just want the credit for an album he figured would sell?

[@brooksreed23]

Once again Bobby sets the record straight! Sorry about the surprise attack😂

[@kc0lif]

i like the version of layla with coda & electric guitars etc.

[@mrg1911]

It always sounds like Jim Gordon wasn't the easiest person to live with; however he's ALWAYS been by far my favorite drummer of all-time. I'm curious to know BOBBY'S opinion on purely Jim's drumming style, quality and feel.

[@BW-CC]

We did do a video on that subject. He was the very best.

[@bellbrass]

Great info for this drummer, fan of D&TD, and huge fan of Jim Gordon's drumming. It's odd that Jim went and negotiated a deal with Stigwood for the Coda to be added. Why would he do that? Just for the money? Seems like there was a big power struggle between Jim and Eric in that band...Jim was a brilliant drummer, but maybe all of his studio experience made him a bit hard to deal with in a group/team setting.

[@BW-CC]

Jim wanted to be Eric, that is the big star. He tried to take over by going to Stigwood and who knows what went on but it made a huge impact on Eric and ultimately the demise of the band. Jim was a real pain.. he was doing more and more drugs and of course no one knew his mental state.

[@bellbrass]

@@BW-CC Thanks for the insight. That is what I've read, regarding Jim's condition at the time. And I've read that the two butted heads during the sessions for the ill-fated 2nd D&TD album. And yes, Jim was self-medicating and had symptoms even in 1970-1971, just not really bad yet. Jim was a helluva musician...but it takes more than that to make a band work. I've been in dozens of bands, and they're almost like marriages at some point. Gotta get along to make it work. Thanks again for the commentary!

[@michaeldonaghey]

Every picture tells a story.

[@maskeddrummerstl]

That's why them English guys were like exploring looking for the original source.

[@maskeddrummerstl]

I'm going down to Tennessee and cop some feel and while I'm at it some bbq

[@jasonpedley]

Also, that popular Jools Holland video didnt help when he literally said you played piano om the coda. While it was true, it wasnt the whole truth and I think that confuses a lot of people.

[@dagotom6588]

The Johnny Cash show was good, It’s to late she’s gone , good song. You guys were having to much fun. 😆😆👍

[@umac76]

How in the world did you shoot this video to make it look so old and vintage with so much vignetting at the edges, it looks like you shot it through a cardboard pinhole that you placed in front of the lens of the camera. Did you do this with software? And why?

[@cj_m2477]

I’m curious as to how this affected the working relationship between Eric and Jim Gordon. Was it just water under the damn after that or was there animosity on Eric’s part?

[@BW-CC]

It was over

[@jltrem]

Is that Bobby's painting behind him? Kind of a Rothko red.

[@BW-CC]

Yes

[@alancrossley4461]

Can you please confirm who wrote the piano part for “outro” to Layla? I recall that there was some issue around Carly Simon being involved with the cadenza .

[@CBusMike872]

It was Rita Coolidge who asserted that she had written it, not Jim Gordon. She was Jim's girlfriend (Mad Dogs & Englishmen days). Elsewhere here in comments CoCo mentions this and confirms it was written by Jim.

[@johngastaldo6419]

@@CBusMike872 Rita did write it, she spoke about it at length during an interview I did with her two decades ago. Jim stole it, very common knowledge and she never saw a dime. Rita's sister performed the song as "Time" on her record released after Layla had come out. When I asked her if she ever saw royalties, she sheepishly replied that the song was given to Eric because of who he was. I know money wasn't her aim, but I've always felt his heirs need to make right and give her at least half of his estate's half of those royalties. Jim Gordon was a great drummer, but, well, we'll just leave it at that.

[@JayCali-ej6vd]

Hey Bobby, I know you're not a fan of the piano Coda being on the end of Layla, what do you think of the piano part on its own? I think it's impressive that Jim did come up with that, despite what people think. Do you dislike the piano part completely or just at the fact that it was added on the end of Layla?

[@BW-CC]

Hated it altogether... which has been reiterated. Don't need to go any further.

[@JayCali-ej6vd]

Thanks for answering my question. Stay cool and be safe.

[@DavidB-ec7bm]

Maybe you should have filed Jim's drumsticks down for that mess. Support piano?? You were the key(boards), man.

[@errorsofmodernism7331]

The Coda might not have made sense immediately but it does now. The first part of the song the man is begging the girl for love and there is a sense of urgency. The Jim part of the Coda is hesitant like the man is beginning to believe that the love will never be, but not quite fully emotionally accepting this idea, then when Bobby comes in, finally there is complete resignation and emotional acceptance that this love will never be fulfilled and it is best that the love has ended, though there is still a deep sadness that lingers.

[@BW-CC]

It never made sense...

[@jasonpedley]

The Jim part sounds like an emotionally-stunted man who can't get his words out. Bobby's part sounds like he wrote the Book of Love.

[@johnc.mitchelljr.2716]

i have a piano playing buddy who always calls out "Layla , from the coda" , well yeah, because who can fake the real song , , until Eric did the unplugged version which was not even close to the original rock version - - no thanks , i'll settle for some practice and the Derick and the Domino's rocker ☮

[@Riky_Jones]

What was it like meeting Berry Oakley of The Allman Brothers?

[@BW-CC]

Never even spoke

[@Riky_Jones]

@@BW-CC must have been more quiet thanks for sharing

[@TRamone01]

While the coda does sound nice, it sure is tacked on.

[@scottbreseke716]

I didn't like the coda on the song either. Whenever I played the record, I would stop it when it got to the coda.

[@rodneychristian9834]

Yep, flow.