About the song
The Eagles’ “One of These Nights” is a standout track that exemplifies their mastery of blending rock and disco influences, released in 1975 as the title track of their album *One of These Nights*. Co-written by Don Henley and Glenn Frey, the song showcases their evolution in sound, incorporating a more polished and rhythmic approach compared to their earlier work.
The album *One of These Nights* was a commercial success, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart and featuring several hit singles. “One of These Nights” itself topped the Billboard Hot 100, becoming The Eagles’ second chart-topping single after “Best of My Love.”
The song’s sultry groove, punctuated by Joe Walsh’s memorable guitar riffs and Henley’s soulful vocals, made it a favorite on radio stations and dance floors alike during the mid-1970s. Its lyrics explore themes of yearning and desire, capturing the essence of nighttime allure and romantic longing.
The Eagles, formed in Los Angeles in 1971, had already established themselves as pioneers of the country-rock genre with hits like “Take It Easy” and “Desperado.” With “One of These Nights,” they embraced a more expansive sound that resonated with a broader audience, solidifying their reputation as one of the era’s most influential bands.
Over the years, “One of These Nights” has retained its status as a classic rock staple, admired for its infectious energy and sophisticated production. Its enduring popularity underscores The Eagles’ ability to adapt and innovate while maintaining their distinctive musical identity.
Through “One of These Nights,” The Eagles not only topped the charts but also cemented their place in music history, leaving an indelible mark with a song that continues to captivate listeners decades after its release.
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Lyrics
One of these nights
One of these crazy old nights
We’re gonna find out
Pretty mama
What turns on your lights
The full moon is calling
The fever is high
And the wicked wind whispers
And moansYou got your demons
And you got desires
Well, I got a few of my ownOh, someone to be kind to in
Between the dark and the light
Oh, coming right behind you
Swear I’m gonna find you
One of these nightsOne of these dreams
One of these lost and lonely dreams now
We’re gonna find one
One that really screamsI’ve been searching for the daughter
Of the devil himself
I’ve been searching for an angel in white
I’ve been waiting for a woman who’s a little
Of both
And I can feel her but she’s nowhere
In sightOh, loneliness will blind you
In between the wrong and the right
Oh, coming right behind you
Swear I’m gonna find you
One of these nightsOne of these nights
In between the dark and the light
Coming right behind you
Swear I’m gonna find you
Get ya baby one of these nightsOne of these nights
One of these nightsI can feel it
I can feel it
One of these nights
Coming right behind you
Swear I’m gonna find you now
One of these nightsAnd it gets so dark, so dark
In the cold and lonely
One of these nights
One of these crazy, crazy, crazy nights
One of these nights
Swear I’m gonna find you
Coming right behind you now
One of these nights
Ooh oohOne of these nights
Ah and I wanna say ah!
One of these nights
Yes ah one of these one of these
One of these nights
Ah coming right behind you
Swear I’m gonna find you
One of these nights
One of these nights
One of these crazy old nights
One of these nights