"One summer I remember, I got exposed to Chuck Berry and Buddy Holly and Buddy Holly was a very very big, made a very big impression on me. Because of a lot of things, you know, the way he looked and his charisma"

Eric Clapton is recollecting about a summertime he keeps in mind fondly, when he was exposed to the music of Chuck Berry and Buddy Holly. He bears in mind that Buddy Holly made a particularly strong impression on him, likely due to his distinct style and charisma. Clapton likely discovered himself drawn to Holly's music and style, and it likely had a lasting effect on his own musical career. It is clear that Clapton has a fantastic appreciation for Holly's music and influence, which he still keeps in mind the summer season fondly. It is likely that Clapton's own music has actually been influenced by Holly's style, and that he still reflects on that summer with fondness.