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and Justin Stanley. It was recorded by the British rock musician Eric Clapton for his 2013 studio album ''

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''. On February 14, 2013, the song was released as a digital download and CD single for Bushbranch and Surfdog Records. It features

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by Chaka Khan.

Composition

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style opening

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and gospel-influenced chorus. ''

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'' critic Billy Dukes called the title an "inspired jam ndarrangement sounds like a classic blues iththick Fender and

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" sound. Dukes goes on in his analysis noting "Clapton finds a little gravel in his delivery as the guitarist takes the song over after 30 seconds". The critic also notes a "playfully soloing" by Clapton after the second verse finished. Finishing his review of the song, Dukes recalls the "stable rhythm section" and "funky guitar and organ lick providing a framework for him to frolic on top of". The track features backing vocals by Chaka Khan.

Release

"Gotta Get Over" was releases as a promotional single record to help promote the 2013 studio album ''Old Sock'' in early 2013. The track was released on both digital format and CD promotional single on February 14, 2013. While the download was free, the CD single cost about 15

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. Both the digital download and CD release are distributed by Bushbranch and Surfdog Records. "Gotta Get Over" was also released as part of the compilation album ''

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Track listing

Critical reception

Music journalist Derek Moore from the American '' 96.9 Eagle'' radio station based in

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called the single release "catchy as hell" and adds, that the composition seems to be "funky, bouncy and fun, scooted along by a nice keyboard riff nddecent fills by Mr. Slowhand himself". Critic Billy Dukes awards "Gotta Get Over" eight out of ten possible points, liking especially the "powerful sound" of the track. Journalist Jason Shadrick calls the song the "most Claptonian track" on the ''Old Sock'' album, noting "Clapton really shines" on the recording.

Chart positions

Weekly charts

References

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