Drinking Quote by Glenn Frey
“The last two years with the Eagles were pretty intense times. There was a lot of drinking and we were all getting high a lot. My parents were relieved when I got off the Eagles treadmill.”
About This Quote
Source Memoir: "The Eagles: The Fall of a Band", 2015
He describes a period of heavy drinking and drug use, and relief when he left that lifestyle.
In simple terms: He was in a chaotic, substance‑filled environment and felt relief after exiting.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the cost of excess and value healthier paths.
Themes
addiction
relief
personal growth
Mood
reflective
somber
Type
personal
confessional
When to use this quote
- touring
- studio work
- post‑band life
- rehab
Key Concepts
substance abuse
band dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- What healthier alternatives could replace such intense lifestyles?
- How can artists maintain creativity without substance reliance?
A Different Perspective
His account may romanticize the "intense" period, downplaying harm.
![“You might be [outshining me in many ways]. But if we get on a treadmill, there are two things: you're getting off first or I'm going to die. It's that simple, right?” quote by Will Smith](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/20b/will-smith-1021_dies_you-might-be-outshining-me-in-many-ways_81491.jpg)
