Long Run
Eagles
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10 facts about this song
Song Element"Long Run" was composed by the Eagles' band members, Don Henley and Glenn Frey.
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Release DetailsThe song was released on November 27, 1979, as a part of the band's sixth studio album, also titled 'The Long Run'.
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Chart Success"Long Run" became quite a successful hit and peaked at number 8 on the US Billboard Hot 100 in early 1980.
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Album PerformanceThe album 'The Long Run' topped the Billboard album chart and sold more than seven million copies, reflecting the popularity of songs like 'Long Run'.
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Musical StyleThe song reflects the Eagles’ shift from country and blues inspired rock to a more hard rock style, transitioning them into a new era of music in the 80s.
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Lyrics InterpretationThe lyrics of the song deal with surviving in the music industry, staying power, resilience and endurance against adversity - a reference to the band's personal experiences.
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Live PerformancesThe Eagles regularly included "Long Run" in their live concerts and it continues to be a staple of their live shows.
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Reunion FactorAfter the Eagles disbanded in 1980, their reunion in 1994 was partly named after this song - "Hell Freezes Over," referring to a phrase Don Henley often used when asked about a possible reunion during their 14-year hiatus: "We'll play together again when hell freezes over."
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Cover Versions"Long Run" has been covered by a variety of artists in different music genres attesting to its enduring appeal.
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Disbandment"The Long Run" was the last studio album featuring the original Eagles lineup before their disbandment. However, the group would eventually reunite in the mid-'90s.
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