The Eagles Song That Nearly Broke Randy Meisner

The Eagles’ soaring ballad Take It to the Limit became one of their biggest hits but it also marked the breaking point for bassist Randy Meisner. Though his vocals made the song unforgettable, Meisner grew increasingly anxious about performing its high notes live. During the Hotel California tour in 1977, tensions boiled over when he refused to sing it one night in Knoxville, leading to a heated fight with Glenn Frey backstage. Shortly after, Meisner left the band for good. In this video, we reveal the story behind the Eagles song that ended Randy Meisner’s time in the band — the pressure, the perfectionism, and the moment that shattered their harmony. Discover how Take It to the Limit became both Randy Meisner’s greatest triumph and his tragic farewell to The Eagles. Explore the iconic sound of the Eagles with their *eagles greatest hits**, featuring unforgettable tracks and the signature guitar work of **joe walsh**. From the mellow vibes of **take it easy* to the soaring vocals of *glenn frey**, experience the magic of **eagles live**. Relive the **classic rock* era with a touch of **rock n roll**. #theeagles #randymeisner #classicrock #rock #rockmusic #rocknroll #rockandroll