The Story Of Layla And Majnun And George
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Study Guide for Nizami: Layla and Majnun
Explains the ancient story of Layla and Manjun.
("Layla" the song is not thought to have much to do with the love story, 
except share the same name.)

Lyrics
(Clapton/Gordon)

What'll you do when you get lonely
And nobody's waiting by your side?
You've been running and hiding much too long.
You know it's just your foolish pride.

Layla, you've got me on my knees.
Layla, I'm begging, darling please.
Layla, darling won't you ease my worried mind.

I tried to give you consolation
When your old man had let you down.
Like a fool, I fell in love with you,
Turned my whole world upside down.

Chorus

Let's make the best of the situation
Before I finally go insane.
Please don't say we'll never find a way
And tell me all my love's in vain.

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