Best of My Love
Eagles
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15 facts about this song
Chart Success"Best of My Love" was the first of five number one hit songs by the Eagles on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
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Release DateThe song was released as the third single from their 1974 album titled "On the Border."
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SongwritersIt was co-written by band members Don Henley, Glenn Frey, and J.D. Souther.
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Grammy AwardEagles earned their first Grammy nomination for "Best of My Love."
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Lyrics InspirationThe song's lyrics were inspired by the personal turmoil and relationship troubles experienced by the band's members at the time.
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Multi-Chart SuccessNot only did it reach number one on the Billboard Hot 100, but it also topped the Billboard Easy Listening (now Adult Contemporary) chart.
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Live PerformancesDespite its popularity, the Eagles have often excluded "Best of My Love" from their concert set lists.
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LongevityIts success and recognition as a classic soft rock song have made "Best of My Love" a staple on soft rock and classic hits radio stations to this day.
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InfluencesThe band's transition from country influences in their earlier work to a more rock and roll style is evident in "Best of My Love."
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Album ImpactThe song's success was instrumental in its album, "On the Border," achieving platinum status.
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Song’s LengthThe song's duration is approximately 4 minutes and 35 seconds long.
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Famous CoverIn the late 90s, country icon Brooks & Dunn covered "Best of My Love" for the tribute album "Common Thread: The Songs of the Eagles," showcasing the track’s cross-genre appeal.
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Independent ArtistsThe song is often performed by independent artists and bands during live performances due to its classic, enduring appeal.
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Climax of the SongThe climax of the song is considered a masterpiece of 70's singer-songwriter pop music.
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Honorable MentionsRolling Stone magazine didn't rank the song in their list of the 500 greatest songs of all time, but it mentions "Best of My Love" as a notable work from the Eagles.
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