Eagles – Hole In The World

Eagles - Hole In The World (Official Video) [4K]

About the song

“Hole in the World” by the Eagles was released in 2003 on their compilation album “The Very Best Of.” The song was written by Don Henley and Glenn Frey in response to the September 11th terrorist attacks.

Background:

The song reflects the shock, grief, and confusion felt by many in the aftermath of the attacks. It addresses the fear, sorrow, and uncertainty that permeated the world at that time. The lyrics express a longing for healing and unity, emphasizing the importance of love and understanding in overcoming adversity.

Themes:

  • Loss and grief: The song acknowledges the profound sense of loss and grief experienced by those affected by the tragedy.
  • Fear and uncertainty: It captures the fear and uncertainty that gripped the world in the wake of the attacks.
  • Hope and resilience: Despite the darkness, the song offers a message of hope and resilience, emphasizing the importance of coming together and supporting one another.
  • Unity and love: The lyrics stress the need for unity, love, and compassion as essential for healing and moving forward.
  • Social commentary: The song also serves as a commentary on the state of the world, touching on themes of conflict, violence, and the human capacity for both good and evil.

“Hole in the World” is a powerful and poignant song that resonates with listeners on an emotional level. Its message of hope and unity in the face of tragedy continues to be relevant today.

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Lyrics

There’s a hole in the world tonightThere’s a cloud of fear and sorrowThere’s a hole in the world tonightDon’t let there be a hole in the world tomorrow
They say that anger is just love disappointedThey say that love is just a state of mindBut all this fighting over who is anointedOh, how can people be so blind?
There’s a hole in the world tonightThere’s a cloud of fear and sorrowThere’s a hole in the world toniightDon’t let there be a hole in the world tomorrow
Oh, they tell me there’s a place over yonderCool water running through the burning sandUntil we learn to love one anotherWe will never reach the Promised Land
There’s a hole in the world tonightThere’s a cloud of fear and sorrowThere’s a hole in the world tonightDon’t let there be a hole in the world tomorrow
There’s a hole in the world tonightThey say that anger is just love disappointedThere’s a cloud of fear and sorrowThey say that love is just a state of mindThere’s a hole in the world tonightBut all this fighting over who will be anointedDon’t let there be a hole in the world tomorrowOh, how can people be so blind?
There’s a hole in the world tonightHole in the worldThere’s a cloud of fear and sorrowFear and sorrowThere’s a hole in the world tonightDon’t let there be a hole in the world tomorrow
There’s a hole in the world tonightThere’s a cloud of fear and sorrowThere’s a hole in the world tonightDon’t let there be a hole in the world tomorrowOh-oh-oh
There’s a hole in the world tonightThere’s a cloud of fear and sorrowThere’s a hole in the world tonightDon’t let there be a hole in the world tomorrow
There’s a hole in the world tonightThere’s a cloud of fear and sorrowThere’s a hole in the world tonightDon’t let there be a hole in the world tomorrow
There’s a hole in the world tonightThere’s a cloud of fear and sorrowThere’s a hole in the world tonightDon’t let there be a hole in the world tomorrow