Rest in peace Randy. You were one of the original Eagles and should be celebrated as the Legend that you are. No one sings this song like you Randy. Beautiful.
@@butchpenberthy9428 not quite as simple as blaming Frey and Henley. Felder was an asshole towards the end of his time in the Eagles and Randy stopped wanting to sing this song for their encores and would refuse to go on. What would you do if your bassist didn’t want to sing the one song the crowds absolutely love of his?? Find someone who will sing it that’s what.
@@landonjames6488 Yeah and after almost 50 years they havent found anyone who can sing this song like Randy. He probably would have felt like singing it again at some point. Frey and Henley never managed to replace Randy, even though I love Timothy B Schmidt.
Is this Harmless Dave? I like the treatment you gave him on your videos. His Solo work was what first captivated me at age 9 or 10. I am so praying for him.
@@stevewynn8689 You saying something like that shows you're an idiot. I don't need to defend myself but I'll say every one of those instrumental parts can be duplicated but that voice can not. I'm a 40 plus year musician and can duplicate most parts myself and there are a whole lot of musicians better than me.
@@billyhensley7770 I think Meisner is in bad health now. Too damn bad, but he has to be well into his 70's now and his touring days are past mot probably.
That amazing voice,smile,friendly face, a man of peace, the way he looks, his eyes,everything is nice, he is a special personality. THE LIMIT IS RANDY' SONG. !!!
Yeah I would say the same thing I think God he just gave everybody a hard time he was just a mean Soul just like on their was getting inducted to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame he said that he was there demon he was a mean so I guess he gave everybody in the band a hard time but you know what Randy was a good-hearted man he was a good soul and I think they were jealous of him
@@kenblair6622 I'm sure I read Randy wrote this song, with a little help from Frey and Henley....its about Randy taking it to the limit, being in the band. My take on it....
When I saw Poco on this tour I was in the first row in a BIG tent in Waterloo Village, NJ. When they played this, Randy came out to the stage about four feet frrom me and did this. You could have knocked me over with feather. Best concert moment of all time for me.
I hope this goes for any fan, I hope this resonates, thank you all for this amazing version of this song, one of my favourite songs as well as my dad's songs, thank you all again ❤
@@sblack48 They all collaborated and wrote songs. Each one of them song lines, tunes, beats and them they put it all together and start to refine each part. No single Eagles member wrote any song by himself it was all Team Work. That is why they were and are still successful.
What a lineup-- Randy Meisner: bass, vocals Jim Messina: lead guitar, back vocals Richie Furay: rhythm guitar, back vocals Rusty Young: rhythm guitar George Grantham: drums, percussion Man, I wish that lineup had lasted for years. Randy Meisner had him an angel’s voice. Enough said.
@@c.s.mcleod7383 I didn't see him. I have been checking out some of his stuff and some interviews. He seems like one of the coolest guys ever. Never knew he sang early Neil Young songs in B Springfield. Ran into the Souther Hillman and Furay video too.
All my life ive tried to figure out whos voice sang that song originally now I got my answer Randy take it to the limit in heaven pal R.I.P. Your suffering on earth is over
Randy and Rusty RIP, never to be forgotten. Jim Messina brings an awesome memory of Buffalo Springfield too. What a period of music we were blessed to grow up with. God Bless.
“The song was written by Eagles members Randy Meisner, Don Henley and Glenn Frey. Meisner, who sang lead on it, says the song began as his solo composition. As it remained unfinished when time came for the One of These Nights album to be recorded, Henley and Frey assisted Meisner in completing it.” Frey and Henley’’s name are on everysong. Hotel California was a collaborative effort by Don Felder (music) Don Henley (lyrics), Glenn Frey had a cup of coffee with them during writing the song, so he got a credit. If you look on later pressings of the record, Felder, who’s name was first on song credits was slowly edged to the back and on some pressings not even mentioned. Not picking hairs, just shows how much Henley and Frey “Took it to the Limit” to gain all credit on anything Eagles, which with the help of their manager Irving Azoff hold a tightly clenched fist. Just my opinion from what I’ve read. Don’t get me wrong, Henley and Frey were creative geniuses (sp?) responsible for almost all of the Eagles success, but not all of it.
It’s my opinion that The Eagles would have remained a well-liked but relatively obscure folk rock band until Felder came into the mix. His musical ability, creativity and amazing guitar tone is what made Hotel California a sizzling album. Without Felder’s and Walsh’s contributions, just another band.
Frey and Henley creative geniuses?! I think not! The only two guys in rock and roll for whom that moniker can be claimed are Paul McCartney and Brian Wilson. A long ways away..
Never bought a Beatles album. I know my generation is supposed to love them but sorry they suck. See Joe Walsh's interview where mentions how easy their stuff is to play.
My favourite member of the eagles, so unassuming and a beautiful soul inside and out, so talented loved him. So sad to hear of his passing 😢😢😢condolence to his family and friends.. RIP Randy 💕🙏💕🇮🇪
Possibly because they had so many band member changes that it was different bands playing under the one name. Most those different line ups were excellent.
Exactly. The same way with every song. Even the guy who wrote "Happy Birthday to You," who has been dead for 50 years, should be the only person to ever have sung that song.
@@jeffkahl That is because "the gods" were making the lions share of the money when their songs were featured over the other 3. Even when a song was ready, one or both would "change three to get a fee". Yet when changes were made to their side by the likes of Felder, he didn't get song writing credits like Frey & Henley.
Best song of the Eagles was TAKE IT TO THE LIMIT FROM RANDY MEISNER, HE WROTE THAT SONG and his voice was the best of the band. Henley and Glenn were jeaulous. IT WAS RANDY'S SONG!
I never knew this was a Randy Meisner song. I figured it was a Don Henley or Fry song. This was always my favorite Eagles song. What a great lyric and perfect music.
Glenn Frey eventually started singing it himself and pretending it was his own. Now Vince Gill sings it. Unlike Glenn, Vince (at least sometimes) acknowledges Randy before singing Take it to the Limit.
Randy RIP. He was truly a legendary musician in his own right. He had a great resume before he joined the Eagles. Sadly, this whole music drama with the Eagles is about greed and money. They were a decent band in the 70's. That's it. Another classic rock band from the 70's who tour now and charges up to $2500 for tickets., They are finally hanging up their rock and roll shoes. Thank God. Untill they finish their last tour (they keep saying they will retire and believe me, they will continue to tour and add dates as long as people are willing to give them lot's of money). The Eagles now are a Tribute band with only one orginal band in group. Randy was in my opinion the best member of the band with his own incredible musical backround. (Ricky Nelson, Poco etc. )
Randy will forever be missed, Henle
I miss you Randy, RIP
Absolutely Beautiful. RIP Randy! 🙏🏽
Rest in peace Randy. You were one of the original Eagles and should be celebrated as the Legend that you are. No one sings this song like you Randy. Beautiful.
May he rest in peace. He was my favorite Eagle and I followed his solo music and whwn he was with Poco.
I can't stop crying.
@beaglemama7928 At least he got to bring us so much joy with his angelic voice. Now he is back with all the other Angels and bringing joy to them. 🙏
Nobody on earth could possibly sing that song besides Randy!!!
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@beaglemama7928 I know.
RIP Randy Meisner. Gone but never forgotten.
Amen🙏
Randy Meisner will forever own this song. No matter what D.H. does, or says.
Frey and Henley were assholes for how they did Randy and Felder!!!
@@butchpenberthy9428 not quite as simple as blaming Frey and Henley. Felder was an asshole towards the end of his time
in the Eagles and Randy stopped wanting to sing this song for their encores and would refuse to go on. What would you do if your bassist didn’t want to sing the one song the crowds absolutely love of his?? Find someone who will sing it that’s what.
It was morge GF who had ownership aspirations on this song.
@@landonjames6488 Let me know when they find someone.
@@landonjames6488 Yeah and after almost 50 years they havent found anyone who can sing this song like Randy. He probably would have felt like singing it again at some point. Frey and Henley never managed to replace Randy, even though I love Timothy B Schmidt.
The one and only Randy Meisner.... no one does it better.
Randy OWNS this song.
Exactly!
Agree
Yes, he wrote the lyrics, wrote the music I believe, and it led to a great cover by Willie and Waylon.
One of the greatest songs and artists ever!
Drop the mic.....NO ONE can or ever will be able to sing this song like Randy Meisner. HE OWNS IT!
You're right this will always be Randy song rest in peace Randy we love you and will always miss you God bless you
the great Randy Meisner - always sang with a smile on his face.
Great point.
Even more so with Poco
Just proves that nobody does this song better than Randy!
Yes, Poco is more than capable of backing Randy on this one. What a performance.
Is this Harmless Dave? I like the treatment you gave him on your videos. His Solo work was what first captivated me at age 9 or 10. I am so praying for him.
Poco was better than The Eagles.
@@vayabroder729 That's an idiotic statement.
@@vayabroder729 what a silly statement
@@vayabroder729they brought country rock onto the scene , poco was the start of great music and the eagles took it to the limit !
Look how happy he looks here…with no one looking over his shoulder! Love this version!!!
This just goes to show that the other band members are easily replaced, but you could never replace that voice.
NEVER
You saying that the band members are easily replaced shows both your lack of music knowledge and intelligence.
@@stevewynn8689 You saying something like that shows you're an idiot. I don't need to defend myself but I'll say every one of those instrumental parts can be duplicated but that voice can not. I'm a 40 plus year musician and can duplicate most parts myself and there are a whole lot of musicians better than me.
Agree!
Agree Randy could never be replaced but the eagle as a band couldn’t be replaced either a minute in time! 🎸💕🙏🇮🇪
RIP Randy. Your voice was simply beautiful.
RIP😭
Yes, the Eagles should have let him sing lead more often than they did.
His voice was strong and soft at the same time.
Randy had such a beautiful voice and was a incredible song writer.
Love me some Randy Miesner. RIP sweet man
One of the best songs from the Eagles sung by RM...great voice underused
this was the eagles best selling song until hotel cali
Wonderful yeah
@@phibber Randy sings it much better live than in the studio
Love the harmonies that Poco provides backing Randy. Very pure! Effortless! He seems so calm, relaxed, and Happy! Long live this rendition!
they were a little bit off from the Eagles backing harmonies, but very beautiful nonetheless
The song obviously did not need those high notes to be good.
Your posting is a great way to remember the voice of Randy Meisner, who passed away at age 77 on July, 26, 2023.
I want to cry, every time I see you here, Randy. I wish you had more happiness, because you certainly deserved it. We all loved you. All of us.
There is only 1 Randy with such a voice.
He always smiles when he sings Love the way he tilts his head and smiles he's got it going on he will always be loved rest rest in peace Randy
I agree about the comment on this song.
No one could ever do it better than Randy.
What a voice he had. Nobody else has been able do that song justice.
that note he hits on this song near the end on the Eagles Live album is totally unbelievable!
Try Vince Gill
@@reggieboyle2328 I did. especially the notes he hit on "surfs up" on the Brian Wilson tribute concert, he just doesn't work for me
Hell he can't even sing it anymore no hate I love meisner but old folks need to know when to call it quits
@@billyhensley7770 I think Meisner is in bad health now. Too damn bad, but he has to be well into his 70's now and his touring days are past mot probably.
I bet you’re singing in heaven’s choir now, Randy. Because you had the voice of an angel. 💛💛💛
That amazing voice,smile,friendly face, a man of peace, the way he looks, his eyes,everything is nice, he is a special personality. THE LIMIT IS RANDY' SONG. !!!
The "jewel in the crown" of any band he played in...the best!
Damn I love seeing Randy singing this with Poco..he seemed so much happier and relaxed with them…any version is beautiful..Rest in Peace Randy❤🙏
always one of my favorites with Randy. He looks so happy here. Rest in peace, Randy.
⚡️♥️⚡️
He,s happy because he doesn't have glen Frey breathing down his neck.
Awesome song
Yeah I would say the same thing I think God he just gave everybody a hard time he was just a mean Soul just like on their was getting inducted to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame he said that he was there demon he was a mean so I guess he gave everybody in the band a hard time but you know what Randy was a good-hearted man he was a good soul and I think they were jealous of him
@@melissatyree566 Exactly
Rest In Piece beautiful man…🦋💐🥰
My crush among the Eagles !
This is your song.
Rest in peace Sir Randy Meisner 🙏
Many imitators but only ONE original who goes by the name of Randy Meisner!!!!!
Nice to see Randy smiling while he sings.. He must be be proud that he wrote this song. Love Randy.. X
Glenn Frey wrote the song
@@kenblair6622 I'm sure I read Randy wrote this song, with a little help from Frey and Henley....its about Randy taking it to the limit, being in the band. My take on it....
That's incorrect!
Randy wrote it but it was unfinished. Frey and Henley completed it.
meisner had the concept and song, took to the ego twins to help finish
Nobody does it like Randy!!! A true Legend of our days!
Thank You Randy.
When I saw Poco on this tour I was in the first row in a BIG tent in Waterloo Village, NJ. When they played this, Randy came out to the stage about four feet frrom me and did this. You could have knocked me over with feather. Best concert moment of all time for me.
I hope this goes for any fan, I hope this resonates, thank you all for this amazing version of this song, one of my favourite songs as well as my dad's songs, thank you all again ❤
The one and only Randy Meisner! Take It To The Limit is Randy’s song. Period.
No matter who run's Randy' masterpiece this will remain THE seminal track of my generation. Keep on singing Randy where ever you are.
Randy never got the credit he deserved! Great voice and Bass guitarist. You made the The Hall of Fame Randy! Congratulations 👏. You deserve it! Shawn.
Omg my heart! Randy sings this like no other! Love him forever!!
And ever. Amen.
29 July 2023 RIP Randy Meisner
This was recorded 32 years ago, I love the early years of The Eagles, Randy was the biggest part of the Eagles success.
No offence to him, but he wasn't 😂
No. Not just the biggest, but HUGE .
Did he write any songs?
@@sblack48 They all collaborated and wrote songs. Each one of them song lines, tunes, beats and them they put it all together and start to refine each part. No single Eagles member wrote any song by himself it was all Team Work. That is why they were and are still successful.
@@sblack48 yes
What a lineup--
Randy Meisner: bass, vocals
Jim Messina: lead guitar, back vocals
Richie Furay: rhythm guitar, back vocals
Rusty Young: rhythm guitar
George Grantham: drums, percussion
Man, I wish that lineup had lasted for years.
Randy Meisner had him an angel’s voice.
Enough said.
Was Furay here?
@@c.s.mcleod7383 I didn't see him. I have been checking out some of his stuff and some interviews. He seems like one of the coolest guys ever. Never knew he sang early Neil Young songs in B Springfield. Ran into the Souther Hillman and Furay video too.
All my life ive tried to figure out whos voice sang that song originally now I got my answer
Randy take it to the limit in heaven pal
R.I.P.
Your suffering on earth is over
Here he is singing it with the Eagles in 1977: th-cam.com/video/awfqcbZa8VI/w-d-xo.htmlsi=FksObtxe3dj1vmoy
This was absolutely Randy's song. No on has ever come close to singing the way he did. Such a beautiful soul with a huge heart
My favourite Eagle, by a mile.
R.I.P, Randy. You’ll be forever missed. ❤❤❤
Meisner has the voice of an angel , damn damn damn ❤️
I don't Don or anyone else wants to take this classic away from Randy. It stands by itselft as a classic.
Randy and Rusty RIP, never to be forgotten. Jim Messina brings an awesome memory of Buffalo Springfield too. What a period of music we were blessed to grow up with. God Bless.
RIP Randy you will always be a legend!
Nobody will ever do this sing better than Randy. R.I.P
No one sings like Randy!!
Wonderful to see Randy smiling. He certainly looks happier than he ever did with the Eagle$....
He was the BEST of the Eagles!!!! ♥️♥️♥️
I certainly agree!
1000%
wow, still so beautiful, so soulful, Randy was just amazing... so sweet, so handsome and incredibly talented..
Thank you so much for posting this treat!!! Randy owns this song. So praying for him!!!
“The song was written by Eagles members Randy Meisner, Don Henley and Glenn Frey. Meisner, who sang lead on it, says the song began as his solo composition. As it remained unfinished when time came for the One of These Nights album to be recorded, Henley and Frey assisted Meisner in completing it.” Frey and Henley’’s name are on everysong. Hotel California was a collaborative effort by Don Felder (music) Don Henley (lyrics), Glenn Frey had a cup of coffee with them during writing the song, so he got a credit. If you look on later pressings of the record, Felder, who’s name was first on song credits was slowly edged to the back and on some pressings not even mentioned. Not picking hairs, just shows how much Henley and Frey “Took it to the Limit” to gain all credit on anything Eagles, which with the help of their manager Irving Azoff hold a tightly clenched fist. Just my opinion from what I’ve read. Don’t get me wrong, Henley and Frey were creative geniuses (sp?) responsible for almost all of the Eagles success, but not all of it.
Well stated! Kudos to you for doing your homework buddy. It was and STILL is Randy’s song. Thanks.
It’s my opinion that The Eagles would have remained a well-liked but relatively obscure folk rock band until Felder came into the mix. His musical ability, creativity and amazing guitar tone is what made Hotel California a sizzling album. Without Felder’s and Walsh’s contributions, just another band.
Thanks for sharing that insight…
Frey and Henley creative geniuses?! I think not! The only two guys in rock and roll for whom that moniker can be claimed are Paul McCartney and Brian Wilson. A long ways away..
Never bought a Beatles album. I know my generation is supposed to love them but sorry they suck. See Joe Walsh's interview where mentions how easy their stuff is to play.
RIP Randy siempre te recordaré Ex Eagle
siempre será recordado, y también siempre será un Eagle, dejo un legado eterno con esa banda
He rocks this song , it belongs to him ❤️
God's Speed Randy!!!! This is Randy's Song!!!!!!!!! Rest in Peace!!! Thanks for the Music!!!
Randy you'll always be the man ! God rest your soul
Randy Meisner has that voice!
Randy is just the best , loved seeing him look happy here too .
He always smiles when he sings this song. Bravo.
🌹 Randy meisner Rest now. Thank you for the memories we will meet again 🕊️
RIP Randy. Thanks for the song. Hope you and Glen are laughing about the foolishness of this world.
My favourite member of the eagles, so unassuming and a beautiful soul inside and out, so talented loved him. So sad to hear of his passing 😢😢😢condolence to his family and friends.. RIP Randy 💕🙏💕🇮🇪
A Heavily Voice! Damm...I Wish he were here but then again, Heis now back singing with Glenn!
Poco are a criminally underrated band. Absolutely nailed it guys.
Possibly because they had so many band member changes that it was different bands playing under the one name. Most those different line ups were excellent.
Randy is just Angelic ❤
Randy was one of akind . RIP
I love you Randy!
Ciao Randy, nessuno può cantare questo brano come te. Nobody can sing this song like you. RIP.
Randy's song and moment of glory..he deserves
Great to see and hear the original Poco line up!
It's just after Richie Furay left the band.
It's like POCO changed Bassists with the Eagles! This is RANDY'S SONG! Thanks for posting!
Only Randy can sing this song. And only Randy should. No point anyone else trying.
Exactly. The same way with every song. Even the guy who wrote "Happy Birthday to You," who has been dead for 50 years, should be the only person to ever have sung that song.
I saw Vince Gill sing this live. Just don’t, Vince, no comparison.
A good song is a good song. Dave Mason did a killer version of it on his live album in 1977.
@@j40bob1
It still was not a fourth as good as Randy sang it.
@@sheilamorgan3845 Not going to agree with you there.
beautiful
Poco never got the recognition they are way overdue for
I LOVE to hear RANDY sing ! 💜🐻💜🐻💜
I saw Poco on this tour....they were great!!
At The Chance in Poughkeepsie NY
Randy Rusty and Paul 3 greats, rest in peace lads, your music will live on as long as people enjoy real music and real talent..
I wish the Eagles would have let Randy sing more songs. Love his voice.
To many ego trips.
They did, they were mostly album cuts though
@@jeffkahl That is because "the gods" were making the lions share of the money when their songs were featured over the other 3. Even when a song was ready, one or both would "change three to get a fee". Yet when changes were made to their side by the likes of Felder, he didn't get song writing credits like Frey & Henley.
Yeah well, he didn’t really love the pressure of having to sing solo, that’s one of the main reasons he left the band
change a word, take a third. (joe walsh, i think)
Simply beautifully sung, he still had it, love this guy. 🎸❤
Best song of the Eagles was TAKE IT TO THE LIMIT FROM RANDY MEISNER, HE WROTE THAT SONG and his voice was the best of the band.
Henley and Glenn were jeaulous. IT WAS RANDY'S SONG!
Glen says Henley had the "golden voice". Seriously Glen? in my option Randy was underutilized and blew them all away!!
Love this, nothing like Randy and Oh the day POCO !
You left your mark Randy. Much love and RIP Brother.
Randy Misner was never replaceable NEVER such a talented singer and musician🙌🙌
I just wanted to hear it one more time. RIP Randy ♥
Randy Meisner will never be forgotten with this song "Take It To The Limit" rightfully He owns the song
RIP !!! A legend I believed it before and I believe it now!
I never knew this was a Randy Meisner song. I figured it was a Don Henley or Fry song.
This was always my favorite Eagles song. What a great lyric and perfect music.
Glenn Frey eventually started singing it himself and pretending it was his own. Now Vince Gill sings it. Unlike Glenn, Vince (at least sometimes) acknowledges Randy before singing Take it to the Limit.
R.I.P. Randy, wonderful song that will always be played and enjoyed by millions
RIP Randy. One of my all time faves. So many years💔🕊️🤘
Poco had IN THE HEART OF THE NIGHT. Randy was in that too
Randy RIP. He was truly a legendary musician in his own right. He had a great resume before he joined the Eagles. Sadly, this whole music drama with the Eagles is about greed and money.
They were a decent band in the 70's. That's it. Another classic rock band from the 70's who tour now and charges up to $2500 for tickets., They are finally hanging up their rock and roll shoes.
Thank God. Untill they finish their last tour (they keep saying they will retire and believe me, they will continue to tour and add dates as long as people are willing to give them lot's of money). The Eagles now are
a Tribute band with only one orginal band in group. Randy was in my opinion the best member of the band with his own incredible musical backround. (Ricky Nelson, Poco etc. )
Condolences to his family. Great song