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.
It's All Right
Joe Walsh Lyrics
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But that's all right, (yes, it's all right), all right with me
I may get lucky, but it hasn't happened yet
But that's all right (yes, it's all right), all right with me
I'm on the ceilin' if I'm anywhere at all
But that's all right (yes, it's all right), all right with me
Fallin' up the stairs or bouncin' down the hall
(Well, it's all right)
Well, it's all right
(Well, it's all right, yes, it's allright)
Well, it's all right! Well, it's all right!
(It's all right!)
(Well, it's all right)
I do my best and that's the best that I can do
But that's all right (yes, it's all right), all right with me
Sometimes it seems a workin' man is never through
But that's all right, all right with me
Well, it's all right
The song "It's All Right" by Joe Walsh is a laid-back and optimistic tune that is all about staying positive even when things don't always work out as planned. In the first verse, Walsh sings that he's not a gambler, but that he's okay with that. He knows that he might not have the best luck in the world, but he's content with the way things are. The next verse speaks to Walsh's carefree attitude, as he sings that he's just floating around and it doesn't matter if he's falling up the stairs or bouncing down the hall. In short, life is just kind of happening to him and he's rolling with it.
The chorus is where the song's message really comes through. Walsh sings "Well, it's all right" repeatedly, driving the point home that even when things don't go according to plan, it's important to keep a positive attitude. The final verse brings the song back around to Walsh's work ethic - he's always doing the best he can, but he knows that sometimes things can be a grind. However, he's still okay with that because it's all right with him.
Overall, "It's All Right" is a song about accepting what life throws at you and staying optimistic even when things are tough. Walsh's easygoing delivery and simple but catchy melody make it a perfect feel-good tune.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm not a gambling man, that's one thing you can bet
I don't usually take risks, but that's okay with me.
But that's all right, (yes, it's all right), all right with me
I'm content with the way things are, even if they don't go my way.
I may get lucky, but it hasn't happened yet
Although I haven't been fortunate so far, I remain optimistic.
I'm on the ceilin' if I'm anywhere at all
I'm not sure where I am or where I'm headed in life.
Fallin' up the stairs or bouncin' down the hall
I often feel unsteady, unsure, or clumsy.
It's all right
But that's okay.
(Well, it's all right)
It may not be perfect, but it's alright.
I do my best and that's the best that I can do
I give everything my all and that's all I can do.
Sometimes it seems a workin' man is never through
I feel like I'm always busy and never have enough time.
But that's all right, all right with me
Despite the challenges, I'm content with my life.
Well, it's all right
Things may not be ideal, but they're still acceptable.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Spirit Music Group
Written by: JOE WALSH
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