“Already Gone” is a rock song recorded by the American band Eagles for their 1974 album On the Border. It was written by Jack Tempchin and Robb Strandlund, and produced by Bill Szymczyk. The song was released as the first single from the album in April 1974 and peaked at number 32 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Themes:
The song’s lyrics explore themes of liberation, self-discovery, and moving on from a toxic relationship. The narrator has come to the realization that they have been holding themselves back and that it’s time to break free from the chains of a stifling relationship. They express a sense of empowerment and determination as they embark on a new journey, leaving behind the lies and deceit of their former partner. The song also touches upon the idea of personal responsibility and taking control of one’s own destiny.
Well, I heard some people talkin’ just the other day And they said you were gonna put me on a shelf But let me tell you I got some news for you And you’ll soon find out it’s true And then you’ll have to eat your lunch all by yourself
‘Cause I’m already gone And I’m feelin’ strong I will sing this victory song Woo-hoo-hoo, my, my, woo-hoo-hoo
The letter that you wrote me Made me stop and wonder why But I guess you felt like you had to set things right Just remember this, my girl, when you look up in the sky You can see the stars and still not see the light (That’s right)
And I’m already gone And I’m feelin’ strong I will sing this victory song Woo-hoo-hoo, my, my, woo-hoo-hoo
Well, I know it wasn’t you who held me down Heaven knows it wasn’t you who set me free So oftentimes it happens that we live our lives in chains And we never even know we have the key
But me, I’m already gone And I’m feelin’ strong I will sing (I will sing) this victory song ‘Cause I’m already gone Yes, I’m already gone And I’m feelin’ strong I will sing this victory song ‘Cause I’m already gone
