| "Tell the Truth" | |
|---|---|
| Song by Derek and the Dominos | |
| from the album Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs | |
| Released | November 1970 |
| Recorded | August–September 1970, at Criteria Studios, Miami |
| Genre | Blues rock, hard rock |
| Length | 6:39 |
| Label | Polydor, Atco |
| Songwriter(s) | Eric Clapton, Bobby Whitlock |
| Producer(s) | Tom Dowd, Derek and the Dominos [1] |
"Tell the Truth" is a song by the English–American band Derek and the Dominos, released in 1970 as the eighth track on their album Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs. The song was composed primarily by keyboardist Bobby Whitlock, with guitarist Eric Clapton adding the last verse.[2] The band recorded the track at Criteria Studios in Miami, Florida in August 1970, with Tom Dowd as their producer.
An earlier version of "Tell the Truth" was recorded in London during the sessions for George Harrison's 1970 triple album All Things Must Pass. The session marked the first recordings by Derek and the Dominos. Produced by Phil Spector, this original, faster version of the song featured guitar contributions from Harrison and Dave Mason. It was issued as Derek and the Dominos' debut single, in September 1970, although the band had the release withdrawn.