Best of My Love

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About Best of My Love

"Best of My Love" is a song written by Don Henley, Glenn Frey, and J. D. Souther. It was originally recorded by the Eagles (with Henley singing lead vocals), and included on their 1974 album On the Border. The song was released as the third single from the album, and it became the band's first Billboard Hot 100 number 1 single in March 1975. The song also topped the easy listening (adult contemporary) chart for one week a month earlier. Billboard ranked it as the number 12 song for 1975.  


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1982
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15 facts about this song

Chart Success
"Best of My Love" was the first of five number one hit songs by the Eagles on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Release Date
The song was released as the third single from their 1974 album titled "On the Border."
Songwriters
It was co-written by band members Don Henley, Glenn Frey, and J.D. Souther.
Grammy Award
Eagles earned their first Grammy nomination for "Best of My Love."
Lyrics Inspiration
The song's lyrics were inspired by the personal turmoil and relationship troubles experienced by the band's members at the time.
Multi-Chart Success
Not only did it reach number one on the Billboard Hot 100, but it also topped the Billboard Easy Listening (now Adult Contemporary) chart.
Live Performances
Despite its popularity, the Eagles have often excluded "Best of My Love" from their concert set lists.
Longevity
Its success and recognition as a classic soft rock song have made "Best of My Love" a staple on soft rock and classic hits radio stations to this day.
Influences
The band's transition from country influences in their earlier work to a more rock and roll style is evident in "Best of My Love."
Album Impact
The song's success was instrumental in its album, "On the Border," achieving platinum status.
Song’s Length
The song's duration is approximately 4 minutes and 35 seconds long.
Famous Cover
In the late 90s, country icon Brooks & Dunn covered "Best of My Love" for the tribute album "Common Thread: The Songs of the Eagles," showcasing the track’s cross-genre appeal.
Independent Artists
The song is often performed by independent artists and bands during live performances due to its classic, enduring appeal.
Climax of the Song
The climax of the song is considered a masterpiece of 70's singer-songwriter pop music.
Honorable Mentions
Rolling Stone magazine didn't rank the song in their list of the 500 greatest songs of all time, but it mentions "Best of My Love" as a notable work from the Eagles.

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