Tequila Sunrise
Eagles · Their Greatest Hits 1971-1975
It's another tequila sunrise
Starin' slowly 'cross the sky, said goobye
He was just a hired hand
Workin' on the dreams he planned to try
The days go by
Ev'ry night when the sun goes down
Just another lonely boy in town
And she's out runnin' 'round
She wasn't just another woman
And i couldn't keep from comin' on
It's been so long
Oh, and it's a hollow feelin' when
It comes down to dealin' friends
It never ends
Take another shot of courage
Wonder why the right words never come
You just get numb
It's another tequila sunrise, this old world
Still looks the same,
Another frame, mm...
Starin' slowly 'cross the sky, said goobye
He was just a hired hand
Workin' on the dreams he planned to try
The days go by
Ev'ry night when the sun goes down
Just another lonely boy in town
And she's out runnin' 'round
She wasn't just another woman
And i couldn't keep from comin' on
It's been so long
Oh, and it's a hollow feelin' when
It comes down to dealin' friends
It never ends
Take another shot of courage
Wonder why the right words never come
You just get numb
It's another tequila sunrise, this old world
Still looks the same,
Another frame, mm...
Tequila Sunrise
Released on the Eagles' 1975 greatest hits compilation, "Tequila Sunrise" stands as a quintessential example of the band's signature blend of rock and country. The track features the iconic opening guitar riff and lyrics that evoke a romanticized desert sunset, capturing the laid-back, sun-drenched aesthetic that defined the American West in the 1970s. As a staple of their discography, the song exemplifies the group's ability to craft anthems that resonate across generations, balancing acoustic storytelling with driving instrumentation. Its enduring popularity highlights the Eagles' mastery in creating music that feels both timeless and deeply rooted in the era's specific cultural landscape.