Don Henley Quotes

A collection of quotes by Don Henley.

Don Henley is an American singer, songwriter, and musician, best known as a founding member of the rock band Eagles. He was born on July 22, 1947, in Gilmer, Texas, and grew up in Linden. With his distinctive voice and songwriting abilities, Henley played a significant role in shaping the sound of the Eagles.

Henley's musical journey began during his time in high school when he formed a band called Shiloh. Following the band's breakup, he moved to Los Angeles in the late 1960s, where he met Glenn Frey. Together, they co-founded the Eagles, which went on to become one of the most successful and influential acts in rock history. Henley contributed vocals, drums, and co-wrote many of the band's most iconic songs, including "Hotel California" and "Desperado."

As the Eagles disbanded in 1980, Henley embarked on a successful solo career. He released several critically acclaimed albums, earning him a string of hit singles. Henley's solo work showcased his introspective songwriting style and his ability to tackle various genres, ranging from rock to country.

Besides his music career, Don Henley is known for his environmental activism, particularly in advocating for the protection of endangered species and raising awareness on water conservation issues. Throughout his career, he has received numerous accolades, including induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with the Eagles in 1998. Don Henley remains a respected and influential figure in the world of rock music.

Sometimes you get the best light from a burning bridge.

Sometimes you get the best light from a burning bridge.

Don Henley

Best

Let hope inspire you, but let not idealism blind you. Prover

Let hope inspire you, but let not idealism blind you. Proverb Don't look back, you can never look back.

Don Henley

Hope

Cause a man with a briefcase can steal more money than any m

Cause a man with a briefcase can steal more money than any man with a gun

Don Henley

Violence

Lawsuits should not be used to destroy a viable and independ

Lawsuits should not be used to destroy a viable and independent distribution system. The solution lies in the marketplace and not the courtroom.

Don Henley

Legal

When you put your hand to the plow, you can't put it down un

When you put your hand to the plow, you can't put it down until you get to the end of the row.

Alice Paul

Smile

It was pretty frightening because as we all know, when large

It was pretty frightening because as we all know, when large, famous groups breakup, a lot of the members don't survive in solo careers.

Don Henley

Famous

I'm fortunate that I've been in this business long enough th

I'm fortunate that I've been in this business long enough that I've earned the right to be left alone by my record company.

Don Henley

Alone