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Who sang I Shot The Sheriff?

Release date: 1974

Duration: 04:24

Eric Clapton released the song I Shot The Sheriff. Date of release: 1974.

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The meaning of the song 'I Shot The Sheriff ', based on the lyrics

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🎶 I Shot The Sheriff song analysis

The protagonist is hounded in his hometown for the murder of a deputy. He swears that he only acted in self-defense and fears the death penalty. He reflects on Sheriff John Brown's hatred of him and how he had to plant a seed before it could grow. In the end, he had to shoot the sheriff in order to secure his freedom. The protagonist ultimately regrets his act but knows he had no other choice.

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Eric Clapton - Short Biography

Eric Patrick Clapton is a legendary English rock and blues guitarist, singer and songwriter, widely regarded as one of the most famous and influential guitarists in rock music. Clapton has been recognized by Rolling Stone as the second greatest guitarist of all time. He was also ranked fourth on Gibson's "Top 50 Guitarists of All Time" list and fifth on Time magazine's "The 10 Best Electric Guitar Players" list.