1969Released
4:47

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Interesting facts and trivia about Presence Of The Lord. By Songfacts®.

Eric Clapton wrote this song, which is a testimony of faith. It's the first song for which he wrote all the lyrics.

Steve Winwood sang lead, as he did with all of the Blind Faith songs. Even though it's a very personal song, Clapton made sure he wouldn't be the lead vocalist by writing it in a higher key than he could sing. He thought Winwood was a much better singer (most would agree), and wanted him on this track.

The song is about how Clapton was becoming more comfortable with his life. He had just left Cream at the peak of its popularity, and was looking forward to playing with Blind Faith. He wasn't too comfortable though: Clapton was fighting drug addiction and falling in love with George Harrison's wife, whom he would later marry.

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Song Analysis

Key, BPM (tempo) and time signature of Presence Of The Lord.
AKey
MinorMode
4/4Time Signature
121BPM

Album

The album Presence Of The Lord is released on.

Released By

The record label that has released Presence Of The Lord.
Polydor Records
© 1969 Universal International Music B.V.
℗ 1969 Universal International Music B.V.

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