Desperados Under the Eaves
Warren Zevon
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I was sitting in the Hollywood Hawaiian Hotel I was staring in my empty coffee cup I was thinking that the gypsy wasn't lyin' All the salty margaritas in Los Angeles I'm gonna drink 'em up And if California slides into the ocean Like the mystics and statistics say it will I predict this motel will be standing until I pay my bill Don't the sun look angry through the trees Don't the trees look like crucified thieves Don't you feel like Desperados under the eaves Heaven help the one who leaves Still waking up in the mornings with shaking hands And I'm trying to find a girl who understands me But except in dreams you're never really free Don't the sun look angry at me I was sitting in the Hollywood Hawaiian Hotel I was listening to the air conditioner hum It went mmm... Look away (Look away down Gower Avenue, look away)
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Written by: WARREN ZEVON
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Release"Desperados Under the Eaves" was released on March 18, 1976, as part of Warren Zevon's self-titled studio album.
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ProductionThe song was produced by Jackson Browne, a multiple Grammy-winning artist himself. This was during Zevon’s early years when Browne significantly influenced his career.
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Lyrics and CompositionZevon wrote the lyrics of "Desperados Under the Eaves" himself. The song is known for its classic orchestral arrangement and its storytelling style.
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Inspirational BackdropThe song was inspired by Zevon's stay at the Hollywood Hawaiian Hotel in Los Angeles, California where he was struggling with alcoholism. The melancholy lyrics reflect his thoughts and desperation at the time.
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Cinematic Elements"Desperados Under the Eaves" is often noted for its cinematic qualities - it essentially tells a story in the form of a song, a characteristic hallmark of Zevon's songwriting style.
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Critical AcclaimMany critics have hailed "Desperados Under the Eaves" as one of Zevon's finest songs, praising it for its poignant storytelling and lush instrumentation.
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ReputationDespite not being a commercial hit, the song has been regarded as a classic and has grown in popularity over the years.
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Distinctive FeatureThe outro of the song which features a humming choir is particularly highlighted by fans and critics alike. The choir hums the melody of the air conditioning unit mentioned in the lyrics, anchoring back to the song's story.
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Cover VersionsAlthough Zevon's original is the most acclaimed, various musical artists have covered "Desperados Under the Eaves". The most notable cover arguably is by Irish musician Glen Hansard.
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Posthumous AppreciationFollowing Zevon's death in 2003, appreciation for his song catalogue, including "Desperados Under the Eaves," saw a significant increase.
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