Get Over It (Live 1994)

Zoo Freaks, get ready to crank up the volume as the Zoo Crew spins "Get Over It (Live 1994)" by the Eagles from their iconic Hell Freezes Over album! This track, the first song written by Don Henley and Glenn Frey after the band’s 14-year hiatus, is a fiery anthem born from Henley’s frustration with people blaming others for their problems. According to the History of the Eagles documentary, Henley was particularly irked by talk show guests who dodged personal responsibility, inspiring lyrics like “I turn on the tube and what do I see? A whole lot of people crying, ‘Don’t blame me.’” The song’s sharp edge includes a nod to Shakespeare’s Henry VI, Part II with the line, “Old Billy was right: let’s kill all the lawyers—kill ’em tonight,” adding a biting cultural jab. Performed live for the first time during the 1994 Hell Freezes Over tour, it hit No. 31 on the Billboard Hot 100 and No. 4 on the Mainstream Rock Tracks chart, marking the Eagles’ return to the U.S. Top 40 after a long absence. Fun fact: despite its popularity, the Eagles never played “Get Over It” live again after the 1994 tour, making this live recording a unique gem in their catalog.

The story behind the song ties to the Eagles’ dramatic reunion. After their 1980 breakup, famously dubbed the “Long Night at Wrong Beach” due to a near-physical clash between Glenn Frey and Don Felder, Henley declared the band would only reunite “when hell freezes over.” Yet, in 1993, a spark was lit when the band appeared in Travis Tritt’s video for “Take It Easy” from the Eagles tribute album Common Thread: The Songs of the Eagles. This led to a lunch meeting between Frey, Henley, and their manager, where they decided to reform. The 1994 MTV special, recorded over two days in April at Warner Bros. Studios in Burbank, captured the band’s renewed energy, with Frey humorously noting at the concert’s start, “For the record, we never broke up; we just took a 14-year vacation.” The resulting Hell Freezes Over album, including “Get Over It,” soared to No. 1 on the Billboard 200, selling over 9 million copies in the U.S. alone.

The Eagles began their journey in 1971 in Los Angeles, emerging from the vibrant California rock scene. Founding members Glenn Frey, Don Henley, Bernie Leadon, and Randy Meisner were all recruited by Linda Ronstadt, having played on her self-titled third solo album. Inspired by their chemistry and the era’s blend of rock, country, and folk, they formed the Eagles with a vision to create what became known as “California rock.” Their early sound, influenced by 1960s rhythm and blues, soul, bluegrass, and bands like the Byrds and Buffalo Springfield, crystallized in their 1972 debut album, which included hits like “Take It Easy.” Over the years, the lineup evolved, with Joe Walsh and Timothy B. Schmit joining, and Don Felder contributing to their harder rock edge. The band’s meticulous songwriting and harmonious vocals led to five No. 1 singles, six No. 1 albums, and over 200 million records sold worldwide, earning them a 1998 induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

Zoo Freaks can stay connected with the Eagles through their Facebook, Instagram, and X accounts, where they share updates on their ongoing “Long Goodbye” tour and Las Vegas Sphere residency. Fans can also dive into the community at fan-run sites like Eagles Online Central, which offers detailed tour info, discographies, and photo galleries. On Facebook, groups like the “Eagles (The Band)” fan group provide a space for Zoo Freaks to share memories, discuss setlists, and celebrate the band’s legacy. Whether you’re grooving to “Get Over It” or exploring the Eagles’ storied history, the Zoo Crew and these platforms keep the spirit of this legendary band alive!