About "Take It Easy"
"Take It Easy" is the opening track on the Eagles' debut album and it became one of their signature songs. Written by Jackson Browne and Glenn Frey, the song tells a story about taking life easy, enjoying the journey, and not letting the hard times get you down.
The laid-back vibe of the song, along with its catchy chorus and smooth guitar riffs, helped to establish the Eagles as one of the leading forces in the country rock scene of the 1970s.
Fun Facts
- The song was released in May 1972 and quickly became a hit, reaching number 12 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
- The famous line "Standing on a corner in Winslow, Arizona..." led the town of Winslow to create a park in honor of the song.