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Introduction
Welcome to the timeless world of “Hotel California” by the Eagles, a song that has etched itself into the annals of music history. Released in 1976, this iconic track has not only captivated generations with its haunting melodies but also sparked endless debates about its enigmatic lyrics. Join us as we unravel the mysteries behind this classic hit and delve into the fascinating world of the Eagles.
Did You Know?
The Eagles, an American rock band formed in Los Angeles in 1971, gave birth to “Hotel California” as the title track of their fifth studio album released in 1976. The song’s intricate lyrics have been subject to various interpretations, with many speculating about its deeper meanings, from the excesses of the Californian lifestyle to the trappings of the music industry. The Eagles, comprising Glenn Frey, Don Henley, Joe Walsh, and Timothy B. Schmit, achieved unparalleled success and were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1998.
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Lyrics: Hotel California
On a dark desert highway, cool wind in my hair
Warm smell of colitas, rising up through the air
Up ahead in the distance, I saw a shimmering light
My head grew heavy and my sight grew dim
I had to stop for the night
There she stood in the doorway
I heard the mission bell
And I was thinking to myself
“This could be Heaven or this could be Hell”
Then she lit up a candle and she showed me the way
There were voices down the corridor
I thought I heard them sayWelcome to the Hotel California
Such a lovely place (Such a lovely place)
Such a lovely face
Plenty of room at the Hotel California
Any time of year (Any time of year)
You can find it hereHer mind is Tiffany-twisted, she got the Mercedes bends
She got a lot of pretty, pretty boys she calls friends
How they dance in the courtyard, sweet summer sweat
Some dance to remember, some dance to forgetSo I called up the Captain
“Please bring me my wine.”
He said, “We haven’t had that spirit here since nineteen sixty nine.”
And still those voices are calling from far away
Wake you up in the middle of the night
Just to hear them sayWelcome to the Hotel California
Such a lovely place (Such a lovely place)
Such a lovely face
They livin’ it up at the Hotel California
What a nice surprise (what a nice surprise)
Bring your alibisMirrors on the ceiling
The pink champagne on ice
And she said “We are all just prisoners here, of our own device”
And in the master’s chambers
They gathered for the feast
They stab it with their steely knives
But they just can’t kill the beastLast thing I remember
I was running for the door
I had to find the passage back to the place I was before
“Relax,” said the night man
“We are programmed to receive
You can check-out any time you like
But you can never leave!”