Tequila Sunrise
The Eagles (Rock) Lyrics
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Starin' slowly 'cross the sky
Said goodbye
He was just a hired hand
Workin' on the dreams he planned to try
The days go by
Ev'ry night when the sun goes down
And she's out runnin' 'round
She wasn't just another woman
And I couldn't keep from comin' on
It's been so long
Oh and it's a hollow feelin'
When it comes down to dealin' friends
It never ends
Take another shot of courage
Wonder why the right words never come
You just get numb
It's another tequila sunrise
This old world still looks the same
Another frame
Tequila Sunrise is a song by The Eagles that was released in 1973 on their second album, Desperado. The song is a ballad that is told from the perspective of a man who is watching the sunrise after another long night of drinking tequila. The lyrics reflect the struggles of a man who is trying to navigate life, while dealing with heartbreak and the difficulties of achieving his dreams.
The opening line of the song, "It's another tequila sunrise, starin' slowly 'cross the sky," paints a picture of a man who is coming to terms with the reality of his situation. He had dreams and plans, but they did not come to fruition. He was only a hired hand, and even though he has said goodbye to his situation, he is still struggling.
The second verse speaks of a lonely man who is surrounded by a world that doesn't understand him. He tries to put on a brave face and be the tough guy, but inside he is hurting. The third verse reflects on a woman who was not just another woman, but someone who the singer had a deep connection with. He couldn't keep himself away from her, but now she is gone, and he is left hollow and empty.
The chorus of the song speaks to the inability to articulate one's thoughts and feelings. The singer is drinking and trying to find the strength to make a change in his life, but he is just getting numb. The final line, "This old world still looks the same, another frame," highlights the struggle to find meaning in life, but ultimately the same problems and struggles persist.
Overall, Tequila Sunrise is a melancholy but beautiful song that speaks to the human experience of trying to find meaning in life, even in the face of disappointment and heartbreak.
Line by Line Meaning
It's another tequila sunrise
Starting a new day, but the same old routine of drinking away the pain of yesterday.
Starin' slowly 'cross the sky
Watching the sun rise slowly, feeling the weight of the world on one's shoulders as another day begins.
Said goodbye
Leaving behind something or someone that was once important, but is no longer fulfilling.
He was just a hired hand
Living a life of simplicity and hard work, without much recognition or reward.
Workin' on the dreams he planned to try
Holding onto the hope that someday his hard work will pay off and he will achieve the dreams he's been chasing.
The days go by
Time passes quickly, and it's easy to lose sight of one's goals and dreams when caught up in the daily grind.
Ev'ry night when the sun goes down
As the day comes to an end, feelings of loneliness and despair can set in.
Just another lonely boy in town
Feeling like an outcast in a world that doesn't understand or appreciate him.
And she's out runnin' 'round
The object of affection is uninterested, and lives a life of freedom and adventure while the lonely boy longs for her company.
She wasn't just another woman
This woman was different from all the others that he had encountered before.
And I couldn't keep from comin' on
Unable to resist the urge to pursue this woman, despite the risks and the potential for heartbreak.
It's been so long
Longing for something that has been absent from one's life for far too long.
Oh and it's a hollow feelin'
Despite achieving some measure of success, there is still a sense of emptiness or dissatisfaction that remains.
When it comes down to dealin' friends
Navigating the complex intricacies of personal relationships and social dynamics can be challenging.
It never ends
These challenges are ongoing and there is never a clear resolution to them.
Take another shot of courage
Trying to muster the strength and bravery to face life's challenges, even when things seem hopeless.
Wonder why the right words never come
Struggling to articulate one's feelings and thoughts in a coherent and convincing way, no matter how hard one tries.
You just get numb
The emotional pain and turmoil becomes so overwhelming that one shuts down and becomes numb to the world around them.
This old world still looks the same
Despite everything, the world continues to turn and life goes on, whether one is ready for it or not.
Another frame
Another day in the journey of life, with its highs and lows, joys and sorrows, successes and failures.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Glenn Frey, Don Henley
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@richbuang2
It's another tequila sunrise
Starin' slowly 'cross the sky
Said goodbye
He was just a hired hand
Workin' on the dreams he planned to try
The days go by
Every night when the sun goes down
Just another lonely boy in town
And she's out runnin' 'round
She wasn't just another woman
And I couldn't keep from comin' on
It's been so long
Oh, and it's a hollow feelin'
When it comes down to dealin' friends
It never ends
Take another shot of courage
Wonder why the right words never come
You just get numb
It's another tequila sunrise
This old world still looks the same
Another frame
@anonymouscowherder6551
Came here to say this....
Don, Timothy, and Joe,
If YOU are responsible for issuing copyright strikes against those that are reacting to your past music and are spreading it to younger generation, then I have lost any and all respect for you.
If it is a record label that is issuing these strikes, and you have done nothing to stop this from happening, then I have lost all respect for you.
If ....
Wait, there are no other "ifs".
I have lost all (well, what little I had for you in your case, Don) respect.
I know you're going to ask, "Who the hell is this guy?"
Well, I WAS a fan, but not any more.
@donnaeast4845
One of the greatest groups to ever sing a song. I'm 73 now and how I miss the 70's.
@mikezimmerman2786
Love the brass horns additions to the song. RIP Glen
@paulinechapman5669
Right. There with you..forever young..🇨🇦
@patriciawatson6172
Me to I miss the peace ✌️ 😪
@mikezimmerman2786
I had this concert recorded on my hopper but I moved and lost it
@YouTuber1g
what I would give to be born back then! My pops was born 1954 and mom 1956, so I love all of these classic rock groups. Born 1992 myself
@jackspry9736
RIP the two members of The Eagles
Randy Meisner (March 8, 1946 – July 26, 2023), aged 77
Glenn Frey (November 6, 1948 – January 18, 2016), aged 67
You will be remembered as legends.
@LisaSmith-th1bh
RlP the two members of the Eagles Randy Meissner March 8 1946 July 26 2023 Aged 77 Glenn Frey November 6 1448 January 18 2016 You Will be remembered as legends
@maryannmurphy9708
They are more like gods..
@Chris_de_S
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