About the song
The Eagles, a legendary American rock band, released “Lyin’ Eyes” as a classic rock anthem that has captivated audiences for decades. This soulful and introspective track, released in 1975, became a hit single and a defining song for the band’s iconic sound.
With their distinctive harmonies and powerful vocals, The Eagles explore the themes of love, loss, and the complexities of human relationships. Through introspective lyrics and the band’s emotive performance, listeners are invited to reflect on their own experiences and emotions.
The opening lines, “Lyin’ eyes, they’re always tellin’ lies,” immediately establish the song’s central theme. The lyrics continue to explore the pain and betrayal of a broken relationship, emphasizing the emotional turmoil and confusion that can result. The song’s refrain, “Lyin’ eyes, they’ve got me fooled again,” is both powerful and heartbreaking, conveying a sense of deep disappointment and disillusionment.
Throughout the song, The Eagles’ harmonies and guitar work create a captivating and immersive listening experience. The band’s ability to evoke a sense of longing and heartbreak makes this song a timeless classic.
“Lyin’ Eyes” is more than just a popular song; it is a cultural touchstone that has influenced countless artists and generations of music fans. The song’s heartfelt lyrics and powerful performance continue to resonate with audiences today, making it a timeless and enduring piece of music history.
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Lyrics
City girls just seem to find out early
How to open doors with just a smile
A rich old man, and she won’t have to worry
She’ll dress up all in lace go in style
Late at night a big old house gets lonely
I guess every form of refuge has its price
And it breaks her heart to think her love is only
Given to a man with hands as cold as ice
So she tells him she must go out for the evening
To comfort an old friend who’s feelin’ down
But he knows where she’s goin’ as she’s leavin’
She is headed for the cheatin’ side of town
You can’t hide your lyin’ eyes
And your smile is a thin disguise
I thought by now you’d realize
There ain’t no way to hide your lyin’ eyes
On the other side of town a boy is waiting
With fiery eyes and dreams no one could steal
She drives on through the night, anticipating
‘Cause he makes her feel the way she used to feel
She rushes to his arms, they fall together
She whispers, “It’s only for a while”
She swears that soon she’ll be comin’ back forever
She goes away and leaves him with a smile
You can’t hide your lyin’ eyes
And your smile is a thin disguise
I thought by now you’d realize
There ain’t no way to hide your lyin’ eyes
She gets up and pours herself a strong one
And stares out at the stars up in the sky
Another night, it’s gonna be a long one
She draws the shade and hangs her head to cry
She wonders how it ever got this crazy
She thinks about a boy she knew in school
Did she get tired or did she just get lazy?
She’s so far gone, she feels just like a fool
My, oh my, you sure know how to arrange things
You set it up so well, so carefully
Ain’t it funny how your new life didn’t change things?
You’re still the same old girl you used to be
You can’t hide your lyin’ eyes
And your smile is a thin disguise
I thought by now you’d realize
There ain’t no way to hide your lyin’ eyes
There ain’t no way to hide your lyin’ eyes
Honey, you can’t hide your lyin’ eyes