The Problem

J.J. Cale is best known for writing hit songs – for other people. Over the years he has penned many classic rock songs, including “After Midnight”, “Call Me the Breeze”, and “Cocaine”. He is a musician’s musician, having been an inspiration to Eric Clapton, The Grateful Dead, CSNY, and many more.

His newest album, a joint effort with Eric Clapton, The Road to Escondido, finally produced a Grammy for J.J. Cale. The politically charged record is an outstanding representation of his work.

Another song of Cale’s was set to a video recently. It’s his song “The Problem”. I agree that the video is a bit amateurish, but the message is clear.