A native of Wichita, Kansas, Walsh moved to Montclair, New Jersey and attended Montclair High School. He spent time in various bands playing around the Cleveland area while attending Kent State University, but came to widespread attention in 1969 after replacing Glen Schwartz as lead guitarist for the James Gang, an American power trio. Walsh was the standout of the band, noted for his innovative rhythm playing and creative guitar riffs. The James Gang had several minor hits and became an early AOR staple before Walsh left the group in 1971 for a career as a solo artist.
Walsh's solo debut was Barnstorm (1972). Its follow-up was The Smoker You Drink, The Player You Get (1973). Several cuts from these albums, notably "Rocky Mountain Way", received heavy airplay and continue to be classic rock favorites.
After releasing another studio album and a live set, Walsh was invited to join the Eagles in 1976, replacing departing guitarist Bernie Leadon. He brought a harder-edged sound to the group, giving their light country rock sound a shot in the arm and kept the Eagles from becoming a country act altogether.
As the Eagles began to decline after the release of Hotel California, Walsh re-ignited his solo career with the well-received discs But Seriously Folks (1978) (which featured his hit comic depiction of rock stardom, "Life's Been Good") and There Goes the Neighborhood (1981). He continued to record and release albums throughout the 1980s. In 1989, Walsh recorded a MTV Unplugged with the RnB musician Dr. John, but musical trends had passed him by and he maintained a very low profile until the late-1990s Eagles reunion and tour. Walsh sang the US National Anthem at the beginning of Game 4 of the 1995 World Series. In 2004, Walsh performed live before a huge crowd at Eric Clapton's Crossroads Guitar Festival in Texas.
A versatile guitarist, Walsh's abilities on acoustic, electric, and slide guitar have also made him well-regarded as a featured player or guest soloist; Walsh has recorded and performed with many other artists including Dan Fogelberg, Steve Winwood, The Who's John Entwistle and on the first two Ringo Starr and his All-Starr Band tours.
Joe Walsh ran for President in the 1980 US Elections promising "free gas for all". In an interview for Planet Rock radio station he commented that he did this to raise people's awareness of the election. He felt that many Americans were not even aware that there was an election going on.
Some of his most recent compositions deal with his struggles with substance abuse.
Joe Walsh (WB6ACU) is an active amateur radio operator. Joe is also an active member and contributor of the ARRL, the National Association for Amateur Radio. Joe has contributed to many simmilar causes over the years.
Daydream
Joe Walsh Lyrics
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Where, where are we now?
Will, will it ever be over?
Will we, will we make it somehow?
The lyrics to Joe Walsh's "Daydream" pose questions about the direction of one's life and the uncertainty of what lies ahead. The repetition of "where" and "will" throughout the chorus emphasizes the overarching theme of searching for answers and seeking guidance towards a more fulfilling future. The lines "Where are we going? Where are we now?" suggest a sense of disorientation and groundlessness in the present, while "Will it ever be over? Will we make it somehow?" portrays a longing for resolution and a hope for a positive outcome.
The song's title "Daydream" also alludes to the idea of escaping the present reality and entering a world of imagination and fantasy. This theme is further reflected in the lyrics "Lost, lost in a daydream, Dreaming of a happy ending." This suggests a desire for a happier future and a willingness to imagine and hope for something better. Overall, "Daydream" is a reflective and introspective song that asks important questions about the direction of one's life and encourages the listener to keep dreaming and hoping for a brighter future.
Line by Line Meaning
Where, where are we going?
What direction is our life heading, and where is it taking us?
Where, where are we now?
What is our current state, and how did we get here?
Will, will it ever be over?
Is there an end to the uncertain and troublesome times we might face?
Will we, will we make it somehow?
Is there a chance that we can overcome the obstacles and achieve our goals?
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: MARTIN TEREFE, JAMES WALSH, SACHA SKARBEK, CHRISTINA PERRI
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