New York Minute
Don Henley
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12 facts about this song
Release Date"New York Minute" was first released on October 10, 1989 as part of Don Henley's "The End of the Innocence" album.
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Peak Chart PositionWhile the song is not Henley’s most commercially successful, it did peak at No. 48 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States.
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Genre"New York Minute" is classified as a soft rock song.
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Lyrics & ThemeThe lyrics reflect the complexity and pace of life in New York City, emphasizing how quickly life can change.
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CollaborationThe song was co-written by Don Henley with Danny Kortchmar and Jai Winding.
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Musical Arrangement"New York Minute" features a sophisticated musical arrangement including piano and saxophone, which contributes to its melancholic atmosphere.
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9/11 TributeAfter the September 11 attacks in 2001, Henley started performances of the song with "this is for New York".
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Cover VersionsOver the years, "New York Minute" has been covered by various artists, including Herbie Hancock on his 1995 album "The New Standard".
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Soundtrack AppearanceThe song was featured in the soundtrack of the movie "American Beauty".
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Unique Vocal StyleHenley's bandmate Glenn Frey once remarked that "New York Minute" is an exemplary work that showcases Henley's trademark 'half air, half voice' vocal technique, which gives his performances a distinctive sound and emotional depth.
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Live PerformancesDespite the initial tough reception by fans and critics alike, "New York Minute" became a crowd favorite during the Eagles' "Hell Freezes Over" tour in the mid-1990s.
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Classic Don HenleyThe song is considered a classic work of Don Henley, reflecting his provocative perspective on society and the human condition.
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