Desperado
Eagles · Hell Freezes Over
You been out ridin' fences for so long now
Oh, you're a hard one
I know that you got your reasons
These things that are pleasin' you
Can hurt you somehow
Don' you draw the queen of diamonds, boy
She'll beat you if she's able
You know the queen of heats 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 get
Desperado, oh, you ain't gettin' no youger
Your pain and your hunger, they're drivin' you home
And freedom, oh freedom well, that's just some people talkin'
Your prison is walking through this world all alone
Don't your feet get cold in the winter time?
The sky won't snow and the sun won't shine
It's hard to tell the night time from the day
You're loosin' all your highs and lows
Ain't it funny how the feeling goes away?
Desperado, why don't you come to your senses?
Come down from your fences, open the gate
It may be rainin', but there's a rainbow above you
You better let somebody love you, before it's too late
Desperado - Eagles
Released on the 1975 album Hell Freezes Over, 'Desperado' stands as a defining track in the American outlaw country and rock genre. Written by Don Felder and Glenn Frey, the song features a distinctive guitar riff and a narrative about a lone gunman seeking redemption, themes that resonate deeply with the band's broader storytelling approach. The recording captures the raw energy and atmospheric production characteristic of the mid-1970s era, solidifying the Eagles' reputation for crafting cinematic soundtracks and evocative ballads. Its enduring popularity highlights the group's ability to blend country roots with rock instrumentation, creating a timeless piece that remains a staple of their discography and a touchstone for fans of classic rock.
