The Eagle

Jamey Johnson

About The Eagle

"The Eagle" is a song written by Mack Vickery, Hank Cochran, and Red Lane, and recorded by American country music artist Waylon Jennings. It was released in February 1991 as the third single and title track from the album The Eagle. The song reached #22 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart. It was covered by Jamey Johnson and George Strait for Johnson's album Living for a Song: A Tribute to Hank Cochran.


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2012
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Lord knows I am peaceful when I'm left alone
I've always been an Eagle, been awhile since I have flown
My claws are sharp as ever, so's my Eagle eye
Something's gonna go tonight, when the Eagle flies

Lately I've heard rumors that the Eagle may be lame
Just because I've been idle, don't mean that I'm tame
You've jeopardized my freedom, my natural place to roost
I can fly when I have to, if they turn the Eagle loose

So lay all your doubts aside when you go to bed tonight
My feathers are all ruffled now, I'm ready for a fight
Just because I took awhile to fly that don't mean I don't care
When you feel the shadow crossing, the Eagle's in the air

So lay all your doubts aside when you go to bed tonight
My feathers are all ruffled now, I'm ready for a fight
Just because I took awhile to fly that don't mean I don't care
When you feel the shadow crossing, the Eagle's in the air
When you feel the shadow crossing, the Eagle's in the air

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Jamey Johnson

Jamey Johnson (born July 14, 1975) is an American country music artist. Signed to BNA Records in 2005, Johnson made his debut with his single "The Dollar," the title track to his 2006 album The Dollar. Johnson was dropped from BNA in 2006 and signed to Mercury Nashville Records in March 2008, releasing his second album, the gold-certified That Lonesome Song. This album produced two singles, the Top 10 hit "In Color" and "High Cost of Living." Johnson has since released two more albums, The Guitar Song in 2010 and Living for a Song: A Tribute to Hank Cochran in 2012. In addition to most of his own material, Johnson has co-written singles for Trace Adkins, George Strait, James Otto, Joe Nichols and Jessie James. more »

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Written by: HANK COCHRAN, MACK VICKERY, RED LANE

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13 facts about this song

Artist Details
"The Eagle" is one of the most popular songs by Jamey Johnson, who is a traditional country singer and songwriter from America.
Album Info
It is part of his album "The Guitar Song," which was released in 2010.
Chart Performance
The album ranked 1 on the US Billboard Top Country Albums chart and reached the 4th spot on US Billboard 200.
Song Theme
"The Eagle" is a song that communicates the grandeur, strength, and freedom of the American spirit.
Song Style
The song is noted for its traditional country style, blending elements of blues, rock, and soul.
Commercial Success
Although individual chart performances of "The Eagle" are not widely reported, the album that houses it had an overall great commercial success, certifying platinum by the RIAA.
ATypical Jamey Johnson
The song is marked by Jamey Johnson's typical storytelling approach, where he takes listeners through various shades of life experiences.
Critical Acclaim
"The Guitar Song," including "The Eagle," was praised by critics and fans meandering for their powerful lyrics and Johnson’s soulful delivery.
Song Length
"The Eagle" is approximately a four-minute-long song.
Musical Arrangement
This song features a notable combination of acoustic instruments, such as guitar, bass, and drums, lending it a raw and authentic country sound.
Inspirational Message
The song's eagle metaphor stands tall against the hardships, symbolizing resilience and perseverance.
Recording Location
Most of Jamey Johnson's songs in "The Guitar Song," including "The Eagle," were recorded in Nashville, Tennessee — the heartland of country music.
Collaboration
"The Eagle" features the talents of many skilled musicians, including Buddy Cannon and Dale Dodson, who co-produced the album with Jamey Johnson.

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