The musician performed in London, at the historic Royal Albert Hall.

Eric Clapton kicked off his three-show run in London at the Royal Albert Hall on Monday the 13th with an incredible setlist.

The musician sang a tribute to Doris Day 's "Que Sera, Sera (Whatever Will Be, Will Be)," an actress who died that same day. Clapton also surprised the audience by playing Prince 's classic "Purple Rain ," marking his first cover of the musician's song.

Watch the video of Eric Clapton's performance of "Purple Rain" below.

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