About The Song
Hotel California is a classic rock song by the American band Eagles, released in 1976 as the title track of their album of the same name. The song’s lyrics paint a vivid picture of a mysterious and somewhat ominous hotel, where guests are trapped in a cycle of excess and indulgence. The music is characterized by its intricate guitar work, particularly the iconic opening riff, and its haunting harmonies.
The song’s lyrics explore themes of escapism, hedonism, and the darker side of the American dream. The hotel itself is often interpreted as a metaphor for the excesses of the 1970s, a time of economic prosperity and social upheaval. The song’s chorus, “Welcome to Hotel California, such a lovely place to stay,” is both ironic and inviting, suggesting that the hotel is both a paradise and a prison.
The song’s music is equally evocative. The opening guitar riff is instantly recognizable and sets the tone for the rest of the song. The harmonies between the band members are rich and complex, adding to the song’s emotional impact. The song’s bridge features a spoken-word section that further adds to its enigmatic nature.
Hotel California has been the subject of much speculation and interpretation over the years. Some have suggested that the song is a commentary on the drug culture of the 1970s, while others have interpreted it as a metaphor for the human condition. Regardless of its meaning, the song remains a powerful and enduring piece of music.
The song’s enduring popularity and critical acclaim have solidified its status as one of the greatest rock songs of all time. It has been covered by countless artists and has been featured in numerous films and television shows. Hotel California is a timeless classic that continues to resonate with listeners of all ages.
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Lyrics
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Warm smell of colitas, rising up through the air
Up ahead in the distance, I saw a shimmering light
My head grew heavy and my sight grew dim
I had to stop for the night
There she stood in the doorway
I heard the mission bell
And I was thinking to myself
“This could be Heaven or this could be Hell”
Then she lit up a candle and she showed me the way
There were voices down the corridor
I thought I heard them sayWelcome to the Hotel California
Such a lovely place (Such a lovely place)
Such a lovely face
Plenty of room at the Hotel California
Any time of year (Any time of year)
You can find it hereHer mind is Tiffany-twisted, she got the Mercedes bends
She got a lot of pretty, pretty boys she calls friends
How they dance in the courtyard, sweet summer sweat
Some dance to remember, some dance to forgetSo I called up the Captain
“Please bring me my wine.”
He said, “We haven’t had that spirit here since nineteen sixty nine.”
And still those voices are calling from far away
Wake you up in the middle of the night
Just to hear them sayWelcome to the Hotel California
Such a lovely place (Such a lovely place)
Such a lovely face
They livin’ it up at the Hotel California
What a nice surprise (what a nice surprise)
Bring your alibisMirrors on the ceiling
The pink champagne on ice
And she said “We are all just prisoners here, of our own device”
And in the master’s chambers
They gathered for the feast
They stab it with their steely knives
But they just can’t kill the beast
Last thing I remember
I was running for the door
I had to find the passage back to the place I was before
“Relax,” said the night man
“We are programmed to receive
You can check-out any time you like
But you can never leave!”