Timothy B Schmit Songs With Eagles: Core Discography
Timothy B Schmit joined the Eagles in 1977, replacing founding bassist Randy Meisner. He sang lead on several major tracks and contributed to the band's studio albums through the 1970s and 1980s. His most prominent Eagles song is "I Can't Tell You Why," which reached number eight on the Billboard Hot 100 and remains one of the group's signature ballads. Schmit also provided lead vocals on "The Sad Café," "New Kid in Town," and parts of the "Hotel California" live performances that shaped the band's touring identity. Forbes reported Schmit's role in the band's later commercial peak as the group shifted toward a more polished, radio-friendly sound. The Eagles' compilation albums, which feature Schmit's lead tracks, have sold over 100 million copies worldwide, making the group one of the best-selling music acts in history.
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Studio Albums with Schmit
heading, the Eagles released "The Long Run" in 1979, which featured Schmit's lead on the title track and the single "I Can't Tell You Why." The album reached number one on the Billboard 200 and produced multiple charting singles. "Eagles Live," released in 1980, captured Schmit's vocal performances during the band's final tour before their initial breakup. The live album also reached number one on the Billboard 200 and was certified multiplatinum by the RIAA.