About the song
The Eagles’ “Desperado” is a timeless ballad that encapsulates the melancholy and yearning of a solitary soul. Released in 1973 on their eponymous second album, the song has since become a cornerstone of their extensive catalog, resonating with audiences across generations.
Written by Glenn Frey and Don Henley, “Desperado” paints a poignant portrait of a man trapped in a life of isolation and regret. The song’s introspective lyrics explore themes of loneliness, mortality, and the fleeting nature of time. The narrator, a weary traveler, reflects on a life marked by missed opportunities and a longing for connection.
Musically, “Desperado” is a masterclass in understated elegance. The soft rock ballad features a gentle piano accompaniment, providing a melancholic backdrop for Henley’s emotive vocals. The song’s arrangement is both sparse and evocative, allowing the lyrics to take center stage.
Inspired by the works of Stephen Foster, “Desperado” incorporates elements of traditional American folk music. The song’s nostalgic tone and lyrical imagery evoke a sense of longing for a simpler time. Despite its timeless quality, “Desperado” remains a deeply personal and relatable song, touching on universal themes that continue to resonate with listeners today.
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Lyrics
Desperado, why don’t you come to your senses?
You’ve been out ridin’ fences for so long now
Oh, you’re a hard one, but I know that you got your reasons
These things that are pleasin’ you can hurt you somehowDon’t you draw the queen of diamonds, boy
She’ll beat you if she’s able
You know the queen of hearts is always your best bet
Now it seems to me some fine things
Have been laid upon your table
But you only want the ones that you can’t getDesperado, woah, you ain’t gettin’ no younger
Your pain and your hunger, they’re drivin’ you home
And freedom, oh, freedom, well, that’s just some people talkin’
Your prison is walkin’ through this world all aloneDon’t your feet get cold in the wintertime?
The sky won’t snow and the sun won’t shine
It’s hard to tell the nighttime from the day
You’re losin’ all your highs and lows
Ain’t it funny how the feelin’ goes
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