About the song
Let’s take a journey to the iconic “Hotel California” with the legendary Eagles. Released in 1976 as the title track of their album of the same name, this song is a musical masterpiece that has captivated audiences for decades.
Written by Don Felder, Glenn Frey, and Don Henley, “Hotel California” is more than just a song; it’s a narrative-driven experience that invites listeners to delve into its hauntingly poetic lyrics and intricate musical composition. With its enigmatic storytelling and unforgettable guitar solos, the song transports you to a mysterious world where reality and illusion blur together.
Upon its release, “Hotel California” quickly ascended the charts, claiming the number one spot on the US Billboard Hot 100 and earning the Eagles their second Grammy Award for Record of the Year. Its enduring popularity has solidified its place as one of the greatest rock songs of all time.
What sets “Hotel California” apart is its ability to evoke a wide range of emotions, from nostalgia to introspection. Whether you’re drawn in by its enigmatic lyrics or swept away by its mesmerizing melodies, the song leaves an indelible mark on your soul.
Whether you’re a longtime fan of the Eagles or discovering their music for the first time, “Hotel California” promises to take you on a journey you won’t soon forget. So check in, pour yourself a drink, and let the haunting melodies of the Eagles’ “Hotel California” wash over you like a desert breeze.
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Lyrics
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 thinkin’ 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 say
“Welcome 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 here”
Her mind is Tiffany-twisted, she got the Mercedes-Benz, uh
She got a lot of pretty, pretty boys that she calls friends
How they dance in the courtyard, sweet summer sweat
Some dance to remember, some dance to forget
So I called up the Captain, “Please bring me my wine”
He said, “We haven’t had that spirit here since 1969”
And still, those voices are calling from far away
Wake you up in the middle of the night just to hear them say
“Welcome to the Hotel California
Such a lovely place (such a lovely place)
Such a lovely face
They’re livin’ it up at the Hotel California
What a nice surprise (what a nice surprise)
Bring your alibis”
Mirrors 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 beast
Last 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”