The Eagles Popular Song Rankings [2026]

Midnight FlyerThe Eagles16rank/position

The Osborne Brothers – Midnight Flyer

A bluegrass track originally created by Paul Craft, an American country music singer-songwriter.

Released in 1974, it is included on their third album, On the Border, which reached No.

3 on the Dutch charts.

New Kid in TownThe Eagles17rank/position

New Kid in Town (2013 Remaster)

Released in 1976 as the lead single preceding the historic masterpiece Hotel California, this track features Glenn Frey on lead vocals.

The smooth electric piano and organ sounds were contributed by Joe Walsh, who had joined the band the previous year.

The beautiful choral work is also noteworthy, and compared to the album’s shocking content, the song carries a vibe that feels more in line with the Eagles’ traditional taste.

Here, pay attention to the ironic lyrics that run counter to the song’s breezy feel.

It’s also interesting to listen while considering the meaning behind Frey’s own comment that he dedicated it to Daryl Hall & John Oates.

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Ol’ 55The Eagles18rank/position

Ol’ 55 (2013 Remaster)

Also known in Japan by the title “Natsukashiki ’55-nen” (“The Nostalgic ’55”), this song is a cover of a track released in 1973 by Tom Waits, the American singer-songwriter and actor.

It appears on the 1974 album On the Border, a period when the band was transitioning from their early country-rock sound to a more diverse musical direction.

Glenn Frey and Don Henley share lead vocals, showcasing exquisitely interwoven harmonies, and the pedal steel guitar by Texas-born guitarist Al Perkins is another standout highlight.

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On the BorderThe Eagles19rank/position

On The Border, The Ultimate Eagles Tribute Band

A track inspired by the Watergate scandal of the 1970s and fears of government intrusion into people’s privacy.

Released in 1974, it is the title track of their third album, which was certified Platinum in the United States.

Life in the Fast LaneThe Eagles20rank/position

Life In The Fast Lane

The Eagles’ classic “Life in the Fast Lane.” If you’re a rock fan in your 50s or 60s, it’s a song you’re sure to recognize.

Shohei Ohtani, one of Japan’s most iconic baseball players, has been using it as his walk-up music since 2023.

It’s a high-voltage rock track with a simple band setup, but its powerful riffs and loud sound create tremendous impact—that’s the key.

It also matches perfectly with the vibe of Ohtani enjoying the game.

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