From American Songwriter · Alex Hopper · · 30s
Country-Rock Bridges Nashville and LA
Three 1970s country-rock songs blurred Nashville and California's musical lines.
In brief
Three 1970s country-rock songs blurred Nashville and California's musical lines. Glen Campbell, The Eagles, and Linda Ronstadt created country-rock hits that connected Nashville and Los Angeles. Originally reported by American Songwriter.
Country Boy (You Got Your Feet In L.A.)
Glen Campbell's 1970s hit created a musical bridge between Nashville and Los Angeles.
“You get a house in the hills / You’re paying everyone’s bills / And they tell you that / You’re gonna go far / But in the back of my mind / I hear it time after time / Is that who you really are”
Lyin’ Eyes by The Eagles
The Eagles' 1970s song blended country and California rock sounds perfectly.
“You can’t hide your lyin’ eyes / And your smile is a thin disguise / I thought by now you’d realize / There ain’t no way to hide your lyin’ eyes”
You’re No Good by Linda Ronstadt
Linda Ronstadt's 1970s country-rock hit blended rock grit with country emotion.
“Feelin’ better now that we’re through / Feelin’ better, ’cause I’m over you / I learned my lesson, it left a scar / Now I see how you really are”
The takeaway
Glen Campbell, The Eagles, and Linda Ronstadt created country-rock hits that connected Nashville and Los Angeles.
